Below is a listing of the DMAD courses and their descriptions, along with a SJC Catalog listing link. Note: there is a CAAT and DMAD Equivalency Chart at the bottom of this page for former CAAT students. Students will need to meet with the lead instructor of the DMAD program to ensure that CAAT classes will transfer into the DMAD program.
DMAD-105 SPIN: (Special Interest) 1-3 cr.
Course is designed to address a variety of subjects required to meet the needs of lifelong learning students. Not available for transfer nor applicable as an elective.
DMAD-110 Principles of Multimedia 3 cr.
A general introduction to the concepts and software used in creating
multimedia. Course focuses on how each element plays a role in communicating messages and how use of multimedia can increase and change messages. This hands-on survey course introduces relevant multimedia technologies, with a focus on interactive media platforms such as the web, DVDs, CDs, electronic documents and examines current multimedia trends. Prerequisites: MATH 050 or APAL 061, ENGL 099 or APEN 070, and RDNG 050 or APRD 039. Semesters Offered: Fall and Spring.
DMAD-170 Introduction to Digital Image Editing 2 cr.
A general introduction to digital image editing using Adobe Photoshop. This course introduces the workspace and focuses on the program tools for image editing and retouching. Projects will be optimized for print, web and video distribution. Prerequisites: MATH-095 or APAL 061, ENGL-099 or APEN 070 and RDNG-095 or APRD-039. Corequisite: DMAD-172. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-172 Digital Image Editing
Intermediate Techniques 2 cr.
This course focuses on intermediate digital image editing techniques using Adobe Photoshop. Students will begin to work with selection tools, layers and basic image compositing. Projects will optimized for print, web and video distribution. Prerequisites: Math-050 or APAL-061, ENGL-099 or APEN-070 and RDNG-050 or APRD-039. Corequisite: DMAD-170. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-174 Digital Image Editing Advanced 2 cr.
Course covers digital image editing, advanced compositing techniques using Adobe Photoshop. Students will use knowledge from DMAD-170 and 172 in weekly projects that introduce and emphasize the principles of two-dimensional design. Prerequisites: DMAD-170, DMAD-172. Corequisite: DMAD-176. Semester offered: Spring.
DMAD-176 Digital Image Editing Applications 2 cr.
An application of advanced digital image editing techniques using Adobe Photoshop. Students will use knowledge gained in previous courses in weekly projects that introduce and emphasize the principles of two-dimensional design. Prerequisites: DMAD-170, DMAD-172. Corequisite: DMAD-174. Semester offered: Spring.
DMAD-200 Introduction to Web Design Using
Dreamweaver 2 cr.
An introduction to web design using the Dreamweaver HTML editor. Students will learn how to create and manage a website and modify content using cascading style sheets. The course also examines how
to understand the code that is generated by HTML editing programs. Prerequisites: DMAD-110, ARTS-151, COME-120, ARTS-152.Corequisite: DMAD-202. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-202 Creative Web Design 3 cr.
Covers aspects of creative web design. Topics include graphic design, HTML, site management, typography, theory, e-commerce and web development tools. Projects will be created by identifying a target audience, addressing accessibility issues and adhering to current web design standards. Prerequisite: DMAD 110, ARTS-151, COME-120, ARTS-152. Corequisite: DMAD-200. Semester Offered: Fall Only.
DMAD-210 Introduction to non-Linear Video 2 cr.
An introduction to digital video editing using Adobe Premiere. Students will learn how to create simple and complex video sequences in a nonlinear video editing system. Video projects will be optimized for web, eBook, mobile devices and DVD distribution. Prerequisites: MATH-050 or APAL-061, ENGL-099 or APEN-070 and RDNG-050 or APRD-039. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-212 Digital Video Production 3 cr.
This hands-on course focuses on the process required to create video compositions. Students will study composition, lighting, recording and sound recording techniques and various script styles. Student teams will work using electronic field production techniques to create numerous projects. Prerequisite: DMAD-110, ARTS-151, COME-120, PHOT-150 or PHOT 160. Corequisite: DMAD-210. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-220 Introduction to Digital Layout
and Design 2 cr.
An introduction to digital layout and design using Adobe InDesign.Students will learn how to create multi-column and multi-age layouts in a digital environment. Techniques of type formatting, digital image management, layers and vector drawing will be explored. Design projects will be optimized for print and web distribution. Prerequisites: DMAD-110, ARTS-151, COME-120, ARTS-152. Corequisite: DMAD-222. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-222 Advanced Digital Layout and Design 3 cr.
Focuses on creating effective digital layout and design. An emphasis on projects that are found in work environments such as creating advertising, promotional and newsletter materials. The techniques and skills covered can also be applied to creative projects where principles of design and typography are needed. Projects will be optimized for both print and web distribution. Prerequisites: DMAD-110, ARTS-151, COME-120, ARTS-152. Corequisite: DMAD-220. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-230 Introduction to Vector Animation 2 cr.
An introduction to vector graphics and two-dimensional animation. Students will learn how to use and integrate Flash and Adobe Illustrator to cerate animations for web delivery. Non-animated vector graphics and illustrations for print and web delivery will also be created. Prerequisites: DMAD-110, ARTS-151, COME-120, PHOT-150 or 160. Corequisite: DMAD-232. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-232 Interactive 2D Animation 3 cr.
Hands-on course focuses on the process required to create interactive two-dimensional animations for multimedia. Students will create animations using project planning, scriptwriting and storyboard techniques. Emphasis is on creating animated works that adhere to principles of design and composition. Prerequisites: DMAD-110, ARTS-151, COME-120, PHOT-150 or 160. Corequisite: DMAD-230. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-240 3D Design and Animation 3 cr.
Hands-on introductory course focuses on the process required to create 3D graphics and animation. Students will learn concepts of working in 3D space, modeling, image maps and lighting. Animation techniques include working with keyframes and creating jointed hierarchies. Projects will be optimized for web and video delivery. Prerequisites: DMAD-110, ARTS-151, COME-120, PHOT-150 or 160, MATH-115. Semester offered: Fall.
DMAD-280 Cooperative Education 3 cr.
Supervised cooperative work program. Student is employed in an individualized creative arts and technology field. Student will be supervised and rated by the employer and instructor. Prerequisites: DMAD 254 or 260 or 262 or 264. Semester offered: On demand.
DMAD-284 Digital Media and Design Portfolio
Development 3 cr.
Course is to be taken during the final semester of the DMAD program. Students will use past work created in the DMAD program to develop a professional portfolio and resume to use to enter the digital media and design profession. Prerequisites: DMAD-200 or 210 or 220 or 230. Semester offered: Spring.
DMAD-286 Multimedia Project Management 3 cr.
An introduction to project management, as it relates to the design and production of multimedia. Students will work on team and individual projects that focus on creating integrated advertising materials for promotional campaigns. Prerequisites: DMAD-202 or 212 or 222 or 232. Semester offered: Spring.
DMAD-295/299 SPTO: (Special Topics) 1-3 cr.
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
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