Digital Design & Graphic Arts
Digital Design & Graphic Arts Overview
This pathway prepares students to create digitally generated or computer-enhanced media for business, training, entertainment, communications, and marketing.
- Principles of Digital Design
- Digital Design Graphics
- Graphic Design & Layout
- Work Based Learning Capstone
Next Level Programs of Study Course #7140
Principles of Digital Design introduces students to fundamental design theory. Investigations into design theory and color dynamics will provide experiences in applying design theory, ideas and creative problem solving, critical peer evaluation, and presentation skills.
Next Level Programs of Study Course #7141
Digital Design Graphics will help students to understand and create the most common types of computer graphics used in visual communications. Skills are developed through work with professional vector-based and page layout software used in the industry.
Next Level Programs of Study Course #5550
Graphic Design and Layout teaches design process and the proper and creative use of type as a means to develop effective communications for global, corporate and social application. Students will create samples for a portfolio, which may include elements or comprehensive projects in logo, stationery, posters, newspaper, magazine, billboard, and interface design.
Next Level Programs of Study Course #5974
WBL Capstone is a stand-alone course that prepares students for college and/or a career. This course occurs in real or simulated workplace settings and involves an employer assigning a student meaningful job tasks to develop his or her skills, knowledge, and readiness for work. A clear partnership agreement and training plan is developed by the student, parent or guardian, school, and employer partner to guide the student’s work-based experiences and assist in evaluating achievement and performance. Related instruction shall be organized and planned around the activities associated with the student’s individual job and career objectives in a pathway and shall be taught either on-the-job or in a classroom setting during the same semester the student is participating in the work-based experience. For a student to become employable, the related instruction should cover: (a) employability skills, and (b) specific occupational competencies.
This course may be offered to Juniors who complete curriculum in an exemplary fashion. It is NOT guaranteed.
Digital Design & Graphic Arts students are eligible for the following free dual credits with Vincennes University:
|
Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
| DESN155 | Computer Page Layout | 3 |
| DESN120 | Computer Illustration | 3 |
| DESN140 | Computer Imaging | 3 |
(Illustrator)
Work-Based Learning Requirement
Students enrolled in the Work-Based Learning course are required to complete/document 75 work hours each grading period. Students may be complete this by working in the Digital Design School Based Enterprise (at the ACC) or at an outside comparable business or industry.
Before beginning any internship, students meet with Ms. Ford, College and Career Pathway Coordinator, to complete the required onboarding process. This includes:
- Internship Agreement
- Parent/Guardian Consent Form
- Training Plan
All required documentation is managed digitally through JobReady360, an online platform and mobile app that allows students, parents, and employers to easily track and submit progress and paperwork.
Work-Based Learning is a critical component of the student's career preparation, helping them build professional skills and gain real-world experience in their chosen field.
It is the policy of the Area Career Center (ACC) not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its career and technical education programs, services, and activities, including employment policies and practices. The ACC will take steps to assure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the ACC's career and technical education programs. For information regarding nondiscrimination policies, please contact: LaTerra Smith, TitleIX/Section 504 Coordinator, lrsmith@hammond.k12.in.us
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