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The Minor in Applied Computer Graphics

Course Requirements for the Minor: 21 units

The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this minor.

3 courses required:

SUBJ NUM Title Sustainable Units Semester Offered Course Flags
CAGD 110 Computer-Assisted Art I   3.0 FS  GE
This course provides an introduction to computer graphics and art. Students use the computer as a tool for creating static and animated images. Basic instruction in design and color relationships is provided. The writing component may include research reports from current graphics publications and/or attendance and discussion of art exhibitions. 1 hour discussion, 4 hours activity. This is an approved General Education course. (002287)
CAGD 112 Digital Photography   3.0 FS  
An introduction to digital photography that explores the composition and aesthetics of photography. Emphasis is on concepts and techniques of image manipulation software. The course addresses printing and displaying photographic portfolios. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours activity. (015869)
CAGD 117 Concept Design and Storyboarding   3.0 FS  
An in-depth look into the pre-production process as it directly pertains to storyboard creation, character development and design, pre-visualization techniques, and principles of concept design. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours activity. (015870)

3 units selected from:

Any Computer Animation and Game Development (CAGD) courses.

9 units selected from:

Any upper-division (300/400/500-level) Computer Animation and Game Development (CAGD) courses. These courses must be selected in consultation with the Applied Computer Graphics advisor.

Catalog Cycle:21