Students will graduate with an Associate in Science Degree in Graphic, Multimedia and Web Design with a concentration in Multimedia.

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General Description

The Graphic, Multimedia and Web Design Technology associate programs prepare students for entry-level positions in a variety of digital, desktop production environments.

Multimedia and Web Design,

Starting with the core skills of digital photography, design, and computer graphics, students receive hands-on, project-oriented instruction in web design, interactive multimedia, and desktop publishing. A wide variety of 2D and 3D animation software is also integrated into the program. Students also learn how to most effectively use digital audio and video clips for interactive multimedia presentations including DVD, and web delivery.

After completing the first two core quarters of the combined track, students will choose to finish their last four quarters with a specialized track in either Multimedia or Web Design. Multimedia students will further their core curriculum with advanced interactive design, web audio & video, 3-D animation, and desktop publishing. Students will create projects on their own or in teams with each student assuming

responsibility for the production process. Student projects will be deployed via CD-ROM, DVD, or web server. A digital portfolio of each student’s projects will be accumulated throughout the entire program. Off-campus cooperative work experience may also be gained during the sixth quarter.

Students will graduate with an Associate in Science Degree in Graphic, Multimedia and Web Design with a concentration in Multimedia.

Upon completion of the Associate in Science Degree in Multimedia and Web Design, students in the Multimedia track will have the opportunity to matriculate to the Bachelor of Science Degree in Digital Recording Arts (DRA).

Graphic Design,

The Graphic Design associate program prepares students for entry-level positions in a variety of digital desktop and print production environments. The program begins with the core skills of design theory, digital photography, and computer graphics. Students receive hands-on, project-oriented instruction in typography, graphic design, web design, desktop publishing, and pre-press technology. A wide variety of industry standard software will be used. Students will also learn how to effectively integrate graphic design for web delivery.

After completing the first two core quarters of the combined track, students will choose to finish their last four quarters with a specialized track in Graphic Design. Students create projects individually or in teams, with each student assuming responsibility for the production process. Student projects will be deployed via printed media, CD-ROM, or web server. A portfolio of each student’s projects will be developed throughout the entire program. Off-campus cooperative work experience may also be obtained during the

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Multimedia Track Curriculum

Quarter I

Course No. Course Title C L T

MWD 100 Digital Imaging 2 4 4 MWD 112 Digital Graphics 2 2 3 MWD 122 Design I 3 0 3 AR 203 Introduction to Drawing** 4 0 4 11 6 14 Quarter II

MWD 110 Introduction to Web Design 2 4 4

MWD 222 Design II 3 2 4

GXD 101 Intro to Typography 1 2 2

CHOOSE ONE

EN 101 English I

- or-

EN 102 English II (depending upon placement) 4 0 4

10 8 14 Quarter III

MWD 131 Web Animation 2 4 4

SE 122 XHTML 2 2 3

GXD 102 Digital Illustration 2 2 3

MA 110 Introduction to College Math 4 0 4

CHOOSE ONE EN 102 English II (depending upon Quarter I)

-or-

ELECTIVE Core Elective 4 0 4

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Quarter IV

MWD 120 Digital Editing 2 4 4

MWD 124 2-D Animation 2 4 4

MWD 129 Project Planning 3 0 3

MA 121 Business Math 4 0 4

15 8 19 Quarter V

MWD 241 Design 3 2 2 3

MWD 231 Desktop Publishing 2 4 4

MWD 252 3D Animation 1 6 4

ELECTIVE HU 433 Encountering 20th Century Art 4 0 4

9 12 15 Quarter VI

MWD 214 Flash II 4 2 5

MWD 272 Associate Portfolio 2 2 3

CHOOSE ONE

MWD 251 Special Topics: Multimedia 2 2 3

-or-

MWD 280 Cooperative Work Experience 0 15 3

9/ 11

6/ 19 14 Total Credits 94 Quarter Hours

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PLEASE NOTE: All core courses are listed in italics.

Graphic Design AS Curriculum

Quarter I

MWD 100 Digital Photography 2 4 4

MWD 112 Digital Graphics (Photoshop I) 2 2 3

MWD 122 Design I 3 0 3

AR 203 Introduction to Drawing** 4 0 4

11 6 14 Quarter II

MWD 110 Introduction to Web Design 2 4 4

MWD 222 Design II 3 2 4

GXD 101 Intro to Typography 1 2 2

CHOOSE ONE

EN 101 English I

- or-

EN 102 English II (depending upon placement) 4 0 4

10 8 14 Quarter III

MWD 131 Web Animation 2 4 4

SE 122 XHTML 2 2 3

GXD 102 Digital Illustration 2 2 3

MA 110 Introduction to College Math 4 0 4

CHOOSE ONE EN 102 English II (depending upon Quarter I)

-or-

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Quarter IV

GXD 212 Digital Graphics 2 2 2 3

MWD 129 Project Planning & Estimating 3 0 3

GXD 205 Digital Photography 2 2 4 4

MA 121 Business Math 4 0 4

15 6 18 Quarter V

MWD 231 Desktop Publishing I 2 4 4

MWD 241 Design 3 2 2 3

GXD 200 Digital Pre-press 2 2 3

ELECTIVE HU 433 Encountering 20th Century Art 4 0 4

10 8 14 Quarter VI

GXD 232 Desktop Publishing II 2 4 4

GXD 270 Associate Portfolio 2 2 3

CHOOSE ONE

MGT 230 Principles of Marketing 3 0 3

-or-

MWD 280 Cooperative Work Experience 0 15 3

8/11 6/21 14 Total Credits 92 Quarter Hours

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C = Number of lecture hours per week L = Number of laboratory hours per week

T = Total Quarter Hours where each lecture hour per week is one credit and each pair of laboratory hours per week is one credit *Due to the fact that these are 5 week courses, their 2 lab hours are only counted once in the quarterly total.

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LIBERAL ARTS CORE ELECTIVES

(UPDATED 02/19/2008TRT)

All programs must meet certain minimum requirements in both the technical major and in the liberal arts. Technical course requirements are listed in each curriculum along with liberal arts selections. Courses listed as "Core Electives" in a curriculum can be chosen by the student from one of the several core areas listed below. Each core area provides a variety of courses for student choice. Individual departments have specific requirements and may require more than the minimum number of credits or may specify certain courses in a particular core area. Students must take a certain number of credits from each core area for a total of 32 credits in the associate degree and additional 28 credits for the (2 + 2) bachelor degree. Please refer to the curriculum above for specific requirements of your program. Students are able to use "shared" courses for any of their core electives requirements in both the AS and BS degree

programs. Bachelor degree core electives cannot be used to satisfy associate degree core requirements, unless marked as SHARED.

Associate Degree Course Core Areas1

Communications Core Electives (Minimum 8 Credits) EN 101 English I (required of all students) – 4 credits EN 102 English II (required of all students) – 4 credits EN 211 Oral Communications – 4 credits

EN 251 Creative Writing – 4 credits SHARED EN 252 Journalistic Writing in the Workplace HU 208 Rap/Rock and Poetry – 4 Credits

Math/Science Core Electives (Minimum 8 Credits) BlO 122 Microbiology – 4 credits

CHM 112 Chemistry I/lab – 4 credits SHARED MA 110 Introduction to College Math – 4 credits MA 120 Technical Math – 4 credits SHARED MA 121 Business Math – 4 credits

MA 210 Technical Math II – 4 credits

MA 220 Applied Math for Business – 4 credits PHY 123 Physics I/lab – 4 credits

PHY 126 Applied Physics/lab – 4 credits PHY 232 Physics II/lab – 4 credits SHARED SCI 100-101 Anatomy & Physiology I/Lab-6 credits SCI 102 Introduction to Allied Health – 2 credits SCI 110 Environmental Science – 4 credits

SCI 120-121 Anatomy & Physiology I/Lab - 6 credits SCI 130 Introduction to Oceanography-4 credits

Humanities/Foreign Language Core Electives (Minimum 4 Credits) EN 251 Creative Writing – 4 credits SHARED

AR 202 Introduction to the Arts – 4 credits SHARED AR 203 Introduction to Drawing – 4 credits SHARED AR 204 Introduction to Theater – 4 credits SHARED AR 205 Digital Photography – 4 credits SHARED

AR 206 3D Sculpture: An Adventure in the Third Dimension – 4 credits SHARED AR 207 Introduction to Applied Music – 4 Credits SHARED

HU 207 Introduction to Literature – 4 credits SHARED HU 208 Rap/Rock and Poetry – 4 Credits

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HU 211 Introduction to Film – 4 credits SHARED HU 212 Documentary Film – 4 credits SHARED HU 215 Pop Culture – 4 credits

HU 216 Music and the Media – 4 credits

HU 242 The Automobile and American Culture – 4 credits SHARED HU 243 The American Dream (literature course) – 4 credits SHARED HU 244 Science Fiction (literature course) – 4 credits

HU 291 Critical Thinking and Chess—4 credits SHARED

JP 201 Introduction to Japanese- 4 credits SHARED SP 201 Introduction to Spanish – 4 credits SHARED

Social Science Core Electives (Minimum 4 Credits) CE 101 Community Enrichment – 1 credit

EC 203 Principles of Economics – 4 credits HI 211 US History – 4 credits

HI 212 US History II – 4 credits HI 235 Architectural History – 4 credits

PS 201 Introduction to Psychology – 4 credits

PS 210 Human Relations in the Workplace – 4 credits SO 203 Social Problems – 4 credits

SO 231 Crime and Deviance – 4 credits SHARED SS 140 Criminal Investigations -4 credits

SS 201 American Government in Action-4 credits SHARED SS 203 Terrorism & National Security – 4 credits SHARED SS 221 Technology and American Life – 4 credits SHARED

Business Operations / “Other” Core Electives (Minimum 8 Credits) BU 236 Small Business and the Law – 4 credits SHARED

MA 121 Business Math – 4 credits Or two courses from other core areas

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Degree Progress Checklist- Multimedia Concentration

Use this checklist to track your progress through the degree program Check off each completed course

Technical Course Requirements

Liberal Arts Core Requirements 8 Required Courses Each course=4 credits (total of 32 credits)

Q1 MWD 100 _____ Communications Core*

MWD 112 _____ #1 EN 101 Q2 _____ MWD 122 _____ #2 EN 102 Q3 _____

If you placed into EN102 take:

Q2 MWD 110 _____ #1 EN 102 Q2 _____

MWD 222 _____ #2 Your choice (this core) Q3 _____

GXD 101 _____

_____ Math/Science Core

#3 MA 110 Q3 _____

Q3 MWD 131 _____ #4 MA 121 Q4 _____

SE 122 _____

GXD 101 _____ Humanities/Foreign Lang. Core

#5 AR 203 Q1 _____

#6 HU 433 Q5 _____

Q4 MWD 120 _____ Social Science Core

MWD 124 _____ #7 Your choice Q 3,4, 5, or 6 _____ MWD 129 _____ Q5 MWD 241 _____ Business/Other Core MWD 231 _____ MWD 252 _____ #8 Your choice Q 3, 4, 5, or 6 _____ Q6 MWD 214 _____ MWD 272 _____ Choose one of the following:

MWD 251 _____

Or *Depending upon placement, students who place out

MWD 280 _____ Of EN101 or EN102 must still take two (2) Communication core courses.

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Degree Progress Checklist- Graphic Design Concentration

Use this checklist to track your progress through the degree program Check off each completed course

Technical Course Requirements

Liberal Arts Core Requirements 8 Required Courses Each course=4 credits (total of 32 credits)

Q1 MWD 100 _____ Communications Core*

MWD 112 _____ #1 EN 101 Q2 _____ MWD 122 _____ #2 EN 102 Q3 _____

If you placed into EN102 take:

Q2 MWD 110 _____ #1 EN 102 Q2 _____

MWD 222 _____ #2 Your choice (this core) Q3 _____

GXD 101 _____

#3 MA 110 Q3 _____

Q3 MWD 131 _____ #4 MA 121 Q5 _____

GXD 102 _____

SE 122 _____ Humanities/Foreign Lang. Core

#5 AR 203 Q1 _____

Q4 MWD 129 _____

GXD 212 _____

GXD 205 _____ Social Science Core

Q5 MWD 231 _____ MWD 241 _____ Business/Other Core GXD 200 #7 Your choice Q 3, 4, 5, or 6 _____ Q6 GXD 232 _____ #8 Your choice Q 3, 4, 5, or 6 _____ GXD 270 _____

Choose one of the following:

MGT 230 _____

OR

MWD 280 _____

*Depending upon placement, students who place out Of EN101 or EN102 must still take two (2)

Communication core courses.

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Course Descriptions

GXD 101: Intro to Typography

1 class hour, 2 lab hours, 2 quarter credit hours Prerequisite: MWD122

This course explores aspects of the anatomy of type and letterform characters, typeface / typestyle recognition and type measurements. Also covered are legibility, readability, type terminology and

appropriate usage for multimedia applications. The class will analyze the ways in which type is used as a design element, and complete design projects that exhibit a professional awareness and appreciation of typographic expression. Computer applications will be used as typographic layout and design tools. GXD 102: Digital Illustration

1 class hour, 2 lab hours, 2 quarter credit hours Prerequisites: MWD112, MWD122

This is an introductory studio course that presents visual ideas using digital illustration. The course focuses on computer-based drawing and design techniques. Technical aspects of industry-standard illustration software will be studied, and studio projects will be developed from concept through completion. Course completion will result in a strong working foundation in the rudiments of digital illustration for professional practice.

GXD 200: Digital Prepress

2 class hours, 1 lab hours, 3 quarter credit hours Prerequisites: MWD112, MWD 122, GXD101, GXD102

Digital Prepress is a course designed to introduce students to the technical requirements for bringing digital files to press. Emphasis will be placed on color, image and fonts management, and awareness of paper and printing stocks. Students will also study image and file resolutions, printing methods and special effects, and preparation of digital files for print production.

GXD 205: Digital Photography II

2 class hours, 4 lab hours, 4 quarter credit hours Prerequisites: MWD100, MWD112, MWD122

This course follows the techniques begun in MWD110: Digital Photography I. Students will progress with their use of full manual exposure controls. Topics include professional techniques for creating product shots, portraits, and stock photography. Students will complete the course with a strong foundation in digital camera techniques for various print photography applications.

GXD 212: Digital Graphics II

2 class hours, 2 lab hours, 3 quarter credit hours Prerequisites: GXD101, MWD112, MWD122

Digital Graphics II is an advanced course that continues the topics covered in MWD112: Digital Graphics. Using Photoshop, students will analyze images to obtain the best output results for web and print

distribution. Topics to be covered include: camera RAW formats, analyzing and correcting portrait photographs, using channels to make complex selections, and using Photoshop’s automate features to expedite workflow. The proper way to scan images and to correct scanning problems will also be covered. Students will use photographs taken in GXD205 (Digital Photography II) to prepare portfolio-ready photography pieces with detailed digital enhancements.

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GXD 232: Desktop Publishing II

2 class hours, 4 lab hours, 4 quarter credit hours Prerequisite: GXD101, GXD102, MWD112, MWD231

Desktop Publishing II builds on skills learned in MWD231: Desktop Publishing I. Advanced software techniques and features, layout/design concepts, file preparation and aesthetic design awareness will be covered. Through a combination of quizzes, exams and a capstone studio project, the student’s

knowledge and expertise with desktop publishing will be strengthened and refined. GXD 270: Associate Portfolio

2 class hours, 2 lab hours, 3 quarter credit hours

Prerequisites: GXD101, GXD202, GXD205, GXD212, MWD131, MWD231

Associate Portfolio prepares students to build a design portfolio with professional quality, business-oriented design projects, and also addresses portfolio presentation techniques for an interview situation. Topics such as self-evaluation, choosing the right portfolio format and pieces, arranging pieces in the portfolio and executing a well-paced, detailed oral presentation will be covered. Students will leave the course with a strong understanding of their own strengths and talents that may be brought to the workplace, and the skills to present and discuss their work with confidence.

MWD 100 Digital Imaging

2 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

This course introduces the MWD student to the technology and technique(s) of digital image creation using digital software, scanners, and still cameras. Starting with “what is digital” theory and principles, this course will train students in basic digital still camera photography, composition, and storage

technique. It will then continue with each student shooting and editing their own photo essay, to be used as a first portfolio piece.

MWD 110 Introduction to Web Design

2 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: MWD 100, MWD 112, MWD 122

This course is an introductory exploration of the history of the Internet and the World Wide Web, its current technology and its future potential. Search strategies, and web page design and construction with Macromedia Dreamweaver and Adobe Image Ready, HTML editor and graphics programs will be used. MWD 112 Digital Graphics

Students who take this course will develop a working knowledge of how 2D images are manipulated on the desktop, using Adobe Photoshop. Topics consist of: image creation, retouching, color correction, and compositing images together to form a final design.

MWD 120 Digital Editing

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MWD 124 2-D Animation

2 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: MWD 112 and MWD 222

This course explores how to manipulate and composite moving images using Adobe After Effects. The focus is on generating animations using images created in Photoshop. Students will also learn methods to compress and render animations to fit different media.

MWD 129 Project Planning

3 Class Hours 3 Quarter Credit Hours

Students will plan and price multimedia projects. Focus will be on the design and implementation of concepts through production planning and budgeting for a multimedia project.

MWD 131 Web Animation

Prerequisites: SE 122, MWD 222 and MWD 112 for GDSA Majors OR MWD 100, MWD 110, MWD 112 and MWD 222 for MWD Majors

This course is an introduction to Macromedia Flash. Students learn the principals of two-dimensional animation, vector graphics, and Flash video compression applicable to Web delivery.

MWD 214 Flash II

Prerequisites: MWD 110 (for MWD students) or SE 122 (for GDSA students), MWD 112, MWD222, MWD131

Using Macromedia Flash, students learn additional animation techniques, Flash video

compression applicable to Web delivery, and Action Scripting.

MWD 222 Design II

3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: MWD 122

Students will integrate the elements and principles of interactive design and use them to solve specific design problems.

MWD 231 Desktop Publishing

2 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: MWD 100, MWD 112, MWD 222

Students will learn the principles, process and techniques of desktop (print) publishing. MWD 241 Design 3

Using Adobe Illustrator, students explore the use of Vector-based graphic systems. Topics include typography and font use, resolution and color for printing applications, and graphics manipulation for print design.

MWD 251 Special Topics: Multimedia

2 Class Hour 2 Lab Hours 3 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: MWD 131, MWD 141, MWD 231

This is a capstone course that focuses upon the newest and most pressing issues that effect multimedia. Subject matter in this course may vary from quarter to quarter.

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MWD 252 3D Animation

1 Class Hours 6 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: MWD 112, MWD 124 and MWD 222

Students learn how 3D images and animation are created. The first half of the course focuses on preliminary steps of 3D creation: modeling, texturing and scene set up. Geometric objects will be modeled, textured, lit and rendered to look realistic or stylized. During the second half of the quarter students will take objects they have previously built and create animations out of them. Topics to be covered will include rendering methods, and compositing and combining 3D animations with other animated or video footage.

MWD 272 Associate Portfolio

This a career-planning course that reviews the essentials of resume creation, portfolio production, interview and job-hunting skills for the media field.

MWD 280 Cooperative Work Experience 15 Lab Hours 3 Quarter Credit Hours

Prerequisites: MWD 129 , MWD 141, MWD 231 (For Multimedia students), or MWD 234, SE 244, SE 260, MGT 230 (for Web Design students)

The student shall gain practical work experience through employment in a local company or organization. Students must submit a written application to a designated faculty member, with approval based on the student's academic achievement, attendance, and demonstrated skill sets as they match the employer's defined job skill requirements.

MGT 230 Principles of Marketing 3 Class Hours 3 Quarter Credit Hours

Students examine the role of marketing within business and society and focus on the concepts, functions, and institutions involved in the process of developing, pricing, promoting, and distributing products and services. Students learn the importance of the Internet as a marketing tool.

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Liberal Arts, Math and Science Courses Associate Degree

(Rev 02/19/2008 TRT)

Biology (Math/Science Core) BIO 122 Microbiology

The morphology, physiology and pathology of microbial organisms are covered along with dynamics of microbial populations. Emphasis is placed on disease causation and implications for health care providers.

Business (Business Operations / “Other” Core) BU 236 Small Business and the Law

This course is designed for those students who may eventually start and operate their own small business. Focusing on the various elements associated with the start up, acquisition and operation of a small business from the entrepreneurial point of view, topics will include business formation, contract negotiations and drafting, financing, employee discrimination issues, customer relations issues, licensing, permits and tax basics. Additionally, students will be asked to complete a legal research assignment and prepare and present a business plan in their particular technological field of study. Students will leave this course with the fundamental knowledge necessary to start and run a successful small business and to avoid the legal pitfalls, which often lead to small business dissolution.

Community Enrichment (Social Science Core) CE 101 Community Enrichment

1 Class Hour 1 Quarter Credit Hour

In this course, which is part of the Feinstein Enriching America Program, each student will explore ways of enhancing the community through performing a project which provides a service to the community. The project, which may be performed over several quarters, will be documented in a journal in which the student will reflect on the significance of the experience.

Chemistry (Math/Science Core) CHM 112 Chemistry I and Lab

3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: MA 210, PHY 232

Topics covered include atomic structure, the periodic law, and nature of the chemical bond, chemical reactivity, stoichiometry, and acid base reactions.

Economics (Social Science Core) EC 203 Principles of Economics 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

The course is designed to provide students with information they will need to make decisions on matters that affect their economic lives. The course will be practical and stress topics that students will

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English (Communications Core) EN 101 English I

Placement: Based on an evaluation of a writing sample or successful completion of EN 030 An introductory communications course focusing on developing reading, critical writing, and critical thinking skills as well as those of listening and speaking. Students write response paragraphs and short essays and do oral presentations to develop their ability to interpret, analyze, and evaluate the ideas presented in the course readings, lectures and discussions. The organizational patterns which express ideas (narration, process analysis, classification, etc.) are taught as thinking strategies: ways to gain, explain, and order information in both writing and speaking.

EN 102 English II

Prerequisite: EN 101 or placement based on evaluation of a writing sample

An intermediate communications course which continues to develop oral and written skills and the critical thinking which is essential to communication. Writing from personal experience is de-emphasized and dealing with sources is emphasized. Students learn to synthesize, analyze and interpret material from a variety of sources from diverse disciplines across the curriculum. The focus is on the analysis and evaluation of argument, and on learning to produce a logical and credible argument using relevant evidence and ethical appeals to the needs and values of audiences. Projects will include both papers and oral participation.

EN 211 Oral Communications 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 101 or placement

The objectives of the course are to improve the student's understanding and appreciation of the uses of speech, and to teach the skills needed to listen and to speak effectively and with confidence in a variety of speaking situations.

EN 251 Creative Writing

4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN102

This advanced writing course will focus on the techniques of writing fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction. Students will learn how to create narratives, handle dialogue and physical descriptions, and write in a variety of fiction genres and poetic forms. A workshop environment featuring peer review will be emphasized. Individual writers will be responsible for collaborating on a special edition of Sudden Thoughts, New England Tech's own magazine of the arts.

EN 252 Journalistic Writing in the Workplace 4 class hours; 4 Quarter Credit hours

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HU 208 Rap/Rock and Poetry

Core Fulfillment: Both Communications Core and Humanities Core Prerequisites: EN102

What do Eminem, Tupac, Bob Marley, Bob Dylan and WB Yeats have in common? All four wordsmiths are poets who use rhyme, rhythm, figurative language and poetic structure to craft language. In this course, students will explore poetic devices and important global themes through examination of poetry, written by Nobel Prize and Grammy Award winning writers. Focusing on aspects of poetic form will build students’ understanding of and appreciation for the power of language.

History (Social Science Core)

HI 211 United States History I: 1600-1877 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

This course explores American history before 1877, focusing on the conflict concerning proper status and rights of laboring people. Matters of race, religion, family, property, political and legal philosophy and simple partisanship contributed to this conflict. The most profound and explosive issue was African-American slavery and its threat to free workers.

HI 212 United States History II: 1877 to the Present 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

Prerequisite: EN 102

This course examines the social, political and cultural forces in American during the post Civil War period to the present. Major emphasis will be placed on America as an emerging world power, the Great Depression and the New Deal, America’s involvement in the two major World Wars, and the consequences of the Vietnam War and the Cold War on American society.

HI 231 Contemporary History 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

This course encourages students to explore economic, political, social and cultural developments throughout the world since World War II, particularly in developing nations including spiritual, scientific and intellectual developments.

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HI 235 Architectural History 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

This course provides an introduction to a significant area of art history. Students learn architecture as an art form and the relationship between architecture and its historical setting.

Humanities (Humanities/Foreign Language Core) AR 202 Introduction to the Arts SHARED 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

The arts give people a chance to state how we think and feel about something, and make it possible to discuss these thoughts and feelings among a wide audience. Through the arts we can talk about love, war, death, family, happiness, sadness, the meaning of life, and so on. In this class, students will look at universal themes as presented in the various arts and see how these themes are presented through contemporary theater, dance, contemporary and classical music, and the visual arts.

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AR 203 Introduction to Drawing SHARED 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

Drawing is the most fundamental tool of visual communication. It is the artist seeing, interpreting and acting; transforming marks into form and space on a two dimensional plane. The result – a language as valid as the spoken or written word. This course introduces students to key concepts and techniques integral to developing basic drawing skills. Class time will be spent discussing, demonstrating and

practicing these skills in order to produce a comprehensive body of work specific to the course objectives. Course performance will be evaluated on effort and growth as opposed to artistic talent.

AR 204 Introduction to Theater SHARED 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

Acting, like carpentry, is a craft with a definite set of skills and tools (for example, voice, body, and interpretation). This course will provide students with both a theoretical and practical understanding of acting and the theatrical process as evidenced by theatrical scenes, performed by students as a final project. Theater exercises will guide the students toward self-discovery in order to explore character development and the interpretation of the content/themes of various plays. Students will write character analysis essays as a method for understanding the specific elements of acting necessary to accurately portray a given character. Readings and discussions will help students place dramatic literature in a historical context. Students will also explore the ways in which a play is translated into a production with an emphasis on differentiating the functions of the playwright, the actor, the director, set designer and other members of a production team.

AR 205 Introduction to Digital Photography SHARED 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

(Not available to MWD students)

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of digital image making. Students will also develop skills in the critical analysis of photographs and learn about both the creative process and the historical significance of photography. Course performance will be evaluated on student effort and growth as opposed to artistic talent.

AR 206 3D Sculpture: An Adventure in the Third Dimension SHARED 4 Class Hours; 4 Quarter Credit Hours

Prerequisites: none

This course will teach students to think, see and function in 3-dimensional space. They will explore the differences and similarities between 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional representation in composition and design. Students will use a broad range of materials to create sculptures that will help them explore different aspects of 3-dimensional functioning. Class time will be spent in a combination of sculpture design and a discussion of slides of work reflecting the history of three-dimensional works of art from Greek times to the present. No prior experience with art courses is required. Students will be assessed on the basis of growth and learning, rather than artistic talent. Students will need to purchase a sketch pad and they will be charged a materials fee for the materials needed to construct the sculpture projects.

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HU 207 Introduction to Literature 4 Class Hours; 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

A survey of short fiction, poetry and drama. The course introduces students to significant themes and techniques in literature and aims to help students become more discerning and sensitive readers. HU 208 Rap/Rock and Poetry

Core Fulfillment: Both Communications Core and Humanities Core Prerequisites: EN102

What do Eminem, Tupac, Bob Marley, Bob Dylan and WB Yeats have in common? All four wordsmiths are poets who use rhyme, rhythm, figurative language and poetic structure to craft language. In this course, students will explore poetic devices and important global themes through examination of poetry, written by Nobel Prize and Grammy Award winning writers. Focusing on aspects of poetic form will build students’ understanding of and appreciation for the power of language.

HU 211 Introduction to Film 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

A thematic approach to the study of film as a medium of humanistic expression. The course surveys significant examples of motion pictures from a variety of periods and countries in an attempt to understand the techniques of filmmaking as well as the power of film to convey ideas and meaning. HU 212 Documentary Film

4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

This course will expose students to the techniques and artistry of making interesting non-fiction films. Students will view and analyze significant documentary films and become familiar with the work of important filmmakers.

HU 215 Popular Culture

This course will analyze cultural expressions of intellectual and social trends since 1950. Students will investigate literature, comics, movies, television, music, advertising, painting, computer games, and the Internet to probe the forces that shape our world. In this course, students will identify and evaluate the popular entertainment we consume and ask how our choices define us and shape our values.

Understanding our values and culture enables us to understand why we buy what we buy, why we do what we do, and why we think the way we do.

HU 216 Music and the Media 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

This course will trace the long relationship between visual media and music. Students will study the importance of music in movies, television, radio and the internet. Special emphasis will be given to the role of music in commercials and the “selling” of products, people and programming. In addition, a substantial portion of the course will be devoted to the technology that has led to today’s sophisticated performance and recording techniques. Some “hands on” musical and visual activities will be used to help demonstrate the use of music in the media.

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HU 242 The Automobile and American Culture 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

The Automobile and American Culture examines the development of the automobile and the positive and negative impact this new technology has on America’s political, economic, social, and cultural landscape. Through assigned readings, case studies, music selections, and film clips, students will explore the people, places, and concepts that make the automobile such an integral part of America’s identity. HU 244 Science Fiction

Isaac Asimov called science fiction "the literature of change." The course will analyze films, short stories, and a classic science fiction novel to understand the ways this popular genre entertains us and gives us insight into the impact science and technology has had on us.

HU 291 Critical Thinking and Chess SHARED 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

This course teaches critical thinking and problem-solving skills by using the game of chess as an empirical model for evaluating situations, calculating risks, predicting the consequences of possible actions, solving problems efficiently, and investigating the benefits and limits of reasoning and creative play.

Japanese (Humanities/Foreign Language Core) JP 201 Introduction to Japanese SHARED 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

Students will be introduced to the basics of Japanese, (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) with an emphasis on comprehension and speaking. Vocabulary used in everyday communication in the

workplace, school, and common social situations will be covered. Contemporary Japanese society will be addressed in class discussions and video presentations including, but not limited to art, education, film (in particular animé), food, literature, music, sports, and technology. Japanese technological invention and know-how, as well as the unique challenges of doing business with the Japanese will be studied. Japanese guest speakers will be invited to share their expertise and experiences.

Mathematics (Math/Science Core) MA 110 Introduction to College Math 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: Placement exam

Topics to be covered in this introductory algebra course include operations with signed numbers, rules for exponents, polynomial operations, solutions to linear equations in one variable, and several applications

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MA 121 Business Math

4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: MA 110

This is an elementary applied course studying such business topics as interest rates, discounts, payrolls, markups, depreciation, insurance, mortgages, and basic statistics.

MA 210 Technical Math II

4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: MA 120

The following four major topics and their applications will be studied: Cramer’s Rule, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, and complex numbers.

MA 220 Applied Math for Business 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: MA 110

MA 220 is designed to help with the transition from basic algebra to more advanced business-related courses, such as statistics and finance. Applications will be stressed throughout the course. Specific topics include linear functions, quadratic functions, descriptive statistics, exponential functions, and annuities.

Physics Courses (Math/Science Core) PHY 123 Physics I & Lab

3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: MA 120

This course is a non-calculus approach to the study of fundamental physics and includes kinematics and dynamics of bodies, velocity, acceleration, and Newton’s laws of motion, forces in equilibrium, concurrent and non-concurrent forces, work, power, energy, and torque. Labs are performed witin the course to reinforce concepts.

PHY 126 Applied Physics & Lab

3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: MA 110

This course studies the applications of fundamental concepts of physics. The topics covered include: the motion of objects, the forces that cause motion, velocity, acceleration, Newton’s Laws, torques, work, power, and energy. The laboratory component is designed to give students the opportunity to have hands-on experience with the fundamental concepts of physics studied in the theory portion of the course.

Psychology (Social Science Core)

**PS 201 Introduction to Psychology (this course is major-restricted to CMA and ST students only)

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of psychology. Topics include such areas as personality, intimate relationships, development over the life cycle, and cognition.

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PS 210 Human Relations in the Workplace 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

Students will develop the interpersonal skills known to be key ingredients for successful everyday

interactions with coworkers, supervisors and customers at any work environment. Some major skill areas covered in the course include making a good impression with your employer, managing conflict with difficult coworkers, working on a team with diverse groups of people, providing exceptional customer service, and managing on-the-job stressors. This course provides a set of practical human relations techniques that will help students increase the likelihood of job security and career advancement in any current or future job.

Science (Math/Science Core) SCI 100 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

This course presents a comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body as a whole, emphasizing the normal. This will serve as a background for the application of scientific principles both in everyday life and in the work of various health disciplines. Systems covered include integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine with respect to both histological and gross anatomy. SCI 101 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab

4 Lab Hours 2 Quarter Credit Hours

Laboratory practice includes the study of tissues by using microscopic examinations and the dissection of animal specimens, along with histological experimentation. Units covered are concerned with general introductory material, the skeletal, muscular, endocrine, and nervous systems.

SCI 102 Introduction to Allied Health 2 Class Hours 2 Quarter Credit Hours

This course introduces the student to the allied health professions offered at New England Institute of Technology. The course covers topics generic to health care professionals, including basic skills, language and professional roles and responsibilities.

SCI 110 Environmental Science 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

This course will focus on man's interaction with his environment. It will cover current issues like global warming, human population growth, and pollution.

SCI 120 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

A continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I, this course concentrates on the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.

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Sociology (Social Science Core) SO 203 Social Problems

Examines contemporary social issues from multiple perspectives. Attempts to see the ethics, the arguments and the policy outcomes involved in problems such as drug abuse, crime, poverty and the global environment.

SO 210 Power and Status in America 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

Power and Status in America is a sociology course that looks at how various dimensions of social power intersect to create different experiences for different people. Students will explore how racism, sexism and economic discrimination work together to impact people’s experiences, identity and opportunities. By taking this course, students will gain a deeper understanding of how such powerful social forces work in society, and in their understanding of how diversity is constructed and maintained in America.

SO 231 Crime and Deviance 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

This course traces the historical development of crime and deviance and examines the impact of the criminal justice system on the control of crime. Also explored are: police, courts and corrections and how crime and the criminal justice system influences our daily lives. Infamous criminals of both past, present and fiction and how their actions affected society, will be reviewed.

Social Science (Social Science Core) SS140 Criminal Investigations 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN102

In this course, students will get exposure to a wide range of interpersonal and scientific factors that are explored by criminal investigators in their efforts to support hypotheses developed to solve a variety of crimes. Some of the course topics will include the appropriate collection of evidence at a crime scene, techniques for interviewing witnesses and suspects, the role of the crime lab, the science of fingerprinting, forensic medicine, and the preparation of testimony that leads to the conviction of criminals.

SS 201 American Government in Action 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

This is an introductory course that will help students understand how the pieces of American government fit together, and how politics continuously affects their lives. Students will examine the roles of interest groups, the media, political parties and the three branches of government. Class discussions about relevant and current political issues will be encouraged.

SS 202 The American Health Care System 4 Class Hours 4 Credit Hours

Prerequisite: EN102

This course will introduce students to the structure, process and problems of the American Health Care System. We will examine how the system functions both for employees and consumers of health care. We will examine how well the system is functioning, both locally and nationally, and we will look closely at who gains and who loses with our current system. We will look at the impact of technology on health care decisions and finally, we will briefly look at other systems to gain a deeper understanding of the limits and potential of our own.

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SS 203 Terrorism and National Security 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

This course examines the challenge contemporary terrorism presents for U.S. national security. It investigates the causes of terrorism and inquires into the motives, objectives, methods, and effectiveness of contemporary terrorist groups with an emphasis on al Qaeda. Analysis of the determinants of

American counter-terrorism policies and evaluation of the effectiveness of these initiatives are central themes of the course. As such, evaluation of the roles the invasion of Afghanistan, the Iraq War, covert operations, domestic and foreign internal security initiatives, and global law enforcement operations have played in addressing the terrorist threat are major points of emphasis.

SS 221 Technology and American Life 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102

Examines how American institutions, cultures, values and technologies interact in historical time and space and how technologies often bring unexpected and unwanted consequences along with benefits. Spanish (Humanities/Foreign Language Core)

SP 201 Introduction to Spanish 4 Class Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours

This course will introduce students to the Spanish language with an emphasis on the use of Spanish in the workplace. Students will learn to communicate with customers and other employees in Spanish with a focus on basic vocabulary words used in everyday interactions at the workplace. While each class will emphasize conversational skills, the course will also cover some key principles of Spanish grammar and provide some exposure to a variety of cultural traditions in Spanish-speaking countries. The course is designed for students with no prior knowledge of Spanish. Students who speak Spanish fluently will not be eligible to take the course.

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Questions & Answers

1. When do my classes meet?

Day Classes: technical classes normally meet for three hours a day five days a week. Classes normally begin in the early morning (7:45), late morning (usually 11:25), or mid afternoon. A technical time slot may vary from quarter to quarter.

Evening Classes: technical classes meet on the average of three nights a week, although there may be times when they will meet four nights a week. Classes normally begin at 5:45.

IN ADDITION, to achieve your associate degree, you will take a total of approximately eight liberal arts courses, which will be scheduled around your technical schedule over the course of your entire program. Each liberal arts course meets approximately four hours per week. Liberal arts courses are offered days, evenings, and Saturdays.

At the beginning of each quarter you will receive a detailed schedule giving the exact time and location of all your classes. The College requires that all students be prepared to take classes and receive services at any of NEIT’s locations where the appropriate classes and services are offered.

When a regularly scheduled class falls on a day which is an NEIT observed holiday (Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Martin Luther King Day, and Memorial Day), an alternate class will be scheduled as a make up for that class. The make up class may fall on a Friday. It is the student’s responsibility to take note of when and where classes are offered.

2. How large will my classes be?

The average size for a class is about 20 to 25 students; however, larger and smaller classes occur from time to time.

3. How much time will I spend in lab?

Almost half of your technical courses consist of laboratory work. In order for you to get the most out of your laboratory experiences, you will first receive a thorough explanation of the theory behind your lab work.

4. Where do my classes meet?

Students should be prepared to attend classes at any of NEIT’s classroom facilities: either on Access Road or at the Post Road campus.

5. I have not earned my high school diploma or GED: can I enroll in an Associate Degree Program?

If you do not have a high school diploma or a GED and you are beyond the age of compulsory school attendance (16 years of age), you may enroll in an Associate Degree Program at the College if you pass a standardized test which has been approved by the federal government for determining a student's ability to benefit from a program (ATB Test). The ATB Test is administered at New England Tech's Academic Skills Center (ASC) and will be scheduled by your Admissions Officer.

6. How long should it take me to complete my program?

To complete your degree requirements in the shortest possible time, you should take the courses outlined in the prescribed curriculum. For a typical six-quarter curriculum, a student may complete the

requirements in as little as 18 months.

To complete all your degree requirements in the shortest time, you should take at least one liberal arts course each quarter. Students who need more time to complete their curriculum may postpone some of the liberal arts courses until after the completion of the technical requirements. Students are provided up to two additional quarters of study to complete the liberal arts requirements without any additional tuition Continued on next page

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assessment fee. During these additional quarters of study, students are required to pay all applicable fees.

Students may also elect to complete some of their liberal arts requirements during Intersession, a special five-week term scheduled between Spring and Summer Quarters. Students will not be assessed any additional tuition for liberal arts courses taken during the Intersession but may be assessed applicable fees.

Students wishing to extend the number of quarters needed to complete the required technical courses in their curriculum will be assessed additional tuition and fees.

7. Is NEIT accredited?

NEIT is accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC). Accreditation by NEASC is recognized by the federal government and entitles NEIT to participate in federal financial aid programs. Some academic departments have specialized professional accreditations in addition to accreditation by NEASC. For more information on accreditation, see NEIT’s catalog.

8. Can I transfer the credits that I earn at NEIT to another college?

The transferability of a course is always up to the institution to which the student is transferring. Students interested in the transferability of their credits should contact the Office of Teaching and Learning for further information.

9. Can I transfer credits earned at another college to NEIT?

Transfer credit for appropriate courses taken at an accredited institution will be considered for courses in which the student has earned a "C" or above. An official transcript from the other institution must be received before the end of the first week of the quarter for transfer credit to be granted for courses to be taken during that quarter. Students will receive a tuition reduction for the approved technical courses based on the program rate and will be applied against the final technical quarter of the curriculum's tuition amount. No tuition credit is provided for courses which are not a part of the technical curriculum.

10. What is the "Feinstein Enriching America" Program?

New England Institute of Technology is the proud recipient of a grant from the Feinstein Foundation. To satisfy the terms of the grant, the College has developed a one-credit community enrichment course which includes hands-on community enrichment projects. The course can be taken for a few hours per quarter, spread over several quarters. Students who are already engaged in community enrichment on their own may be able to count that service towards course credit.

11. How many credits do I need to acquire my Financial Aid?

In order to be eligible for the maximum financial aid award, you need to maintain at least 12 credits per academic quarter.

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Students who require prerequisite courses will incur additional tuition and fees above those outlined in their enrollment agreement.

If a student elects to take a course(s) outside of the prescribed curriculum, additional tuition and fees will be assessed.

Remember, students who withdraw and re-enter, one time only, pay the tuition rate that was in effect for them at the time of their last day of attendance for up to one year from their last day of attendance. Second re-entrees and beyond pay the tuition rate in effect at the time they re-enter. The most

economical way for you to complete your college degree is to begin your program now and continue your studies straight through for the six quarters necessary to complete your degree requirements.

13. What kind of employment assistance does NEIT offer?

The Office of Career Services assists NEIT students and graduates in all aspects of the job search, including resume writing, interviewing skills, and the development of a job search strategy. Upon completion of their program, students may submit a resume to be circulated to employers for technical employment opportunities. Employers regularly contact us about our graduates. In addition, our Office of Career Services contacts employers to develop job leads. A strong relationship with employers exists as a result of our training students to meet the needs of industry for over fifty years. No school can, and NEIT does not, guarantee to its graduates employment or a specific starting salary.

14. What kind of jobs will I be qualified to look for?

Generally, jobs may exist in graphics production areas of television broadcast stations, cable operations, independent video and multimedia production houses as well as in corporate areas of training and marketing. The US Department of Labor Occupational Handbook predicts that job opportunities in the television industry will grow at a faster than average rate with the greatest potential in the newer technologies such as cable television. Competition for jobs will be keen and requirements will increasingly emphasize an applicant's training and education. The job best suited to you will depend upon your individual strengths and interests.

15. Where will job opportunities exist?

Jobs will certainly exist in Rhode Island; HOWEVER, one of the most exciting aspects of this technology is the ability to look nationally (even internationally!) for employment opportunities. If working in

broadcast television is your goal, you will find some of your best opportunities in smaller stations or in corporate settings, which typically offer more entry-level jobs. However, since this is a relatively new field, job opportunities may be found in many different industries seeking multimedia support for traditional business activities.

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Technical Standards

These technical standards set forth by the Multimedia and Graphic Design Technology Programs Departments, establish the essential qualities considered necessary for students admitted to these programs to achieve the knowledge, skills and competencies to enter these fields. The successful student must possess the following skills and abilities or be able to demonstrate that they can complete the requirements of the program with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Cognitive Ability:

• Ability to interpret ideas and concepts visually and/or graphically • Good reasoning and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to learn, remember and recall detailed information and to use it for problem solving. • Ability to deal with materials and problems such as organizing or reorganizing information. • Ability to apply theory to specific technical situations.

• Ability to break information into its component parts. • Ability to understand 2-D and 3-D spatial relationships. • Ability to perform tasks by observing demonstrations.

• Possession of basic computer skills, file management, and ability to perform computer operation tasks.

Communications Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty and students, both verbally and with storyboards Adaptive Ability:

• Ability to maintain emotional stability and the maturity necessary to interact with other members of the faculty and students in a responsible manner.

Ability to accept constructive criticism from faculty and peers. Physical Ability:

• Able to stand and/or sit and continuously perform essential course functions in the graphics lab, using a high degree of eye/hand psychomotor skills.

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

• Ability to perform learned skills, independently, with accuracy and completeness. Manual Ability:

• Sufficient motor function and sensory abilities to participate effectively in the classroom laboratory.

• Sufficient manual dexterity and motor coordination to coordinate hands, eyes and fingers in the operation of a computer keyboard, and other equipment.

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Student Acknowledgment of Receipt of Documents

Multimedia and Graphic Design Technology

I acknowledge that I have received copies of the following documents for the above technology: 1) Program Description

2) Curriculum

3) Course Descriptions 4) Q&A

5) Technical Standards

I understand that it is my responsibility to read these documents. I have been advised that should I have any questions related to the content of any of these documents, I may contact my admissions officer who will review the material with me.

I further understand that NEIT reserves the right, in response to industry demands, to change the

contents of these documents without prior notice. Copies of the most recent versions of these documents may be obtained in the Admissions Office.

Printed Name of Student: ________________________________________________ Signature: ________________________________ Date: _______________________