Computer Graphics

Adobe Illustrator CS4

These hands-on classes will allow students to create better illustrations, logos, or advertisements for print and or web. Both courses are for participants who want to design with vector (and raster) graphics formats using Illustrator CS4.

Level 1: Explore and customize the Illustrator interface; create a simple illustration; apply basic color; draw paths; work efficiently with text; manipulate layers; import swatches; customize colors with gradient fills and transparency; adjust typography; discover features new to Illustrator CS4, such as the new multiple artboards, transparency in gradients; and much more.

Prequisites: experience using Windows or MAC

Newtown Campus
$225
WCOAP 6011 C01
4 Tu, 1/26-2/16, 6:30-9:30 pm
Approved Hours: 12 (Act 48)

Level 2: You will build on skills covered in Level 1 - manipulate paths; enhance fills and strokes; transform shapes; apply effects and graphic styles; convert raster images to vector art; print illustrations; divide large graphics into slices; optimize artwork for the Web; export artwork in Flash format; insert graphs; discover features new to Illustrator CS4, such as the blob brush tool, simplified clipping masks; and much more.

Prerequisites: Illustrator Level 1 (WCOAP 6011)

Newtown Campus
$225
WCOAP 6012 C01
4 Tu, 2/23-3/16, 6:30-9:30 pm
Approved Hours: 12 (Act 48)

Adobe Photoshop CS4 (PC) - Basic

This course will introduce PC users to the world’s #1 image editing program. Course topics will include screen and print resolutions, calibration, palettes and file formats. Additional topics and skills will include photo restoration and basic image editing techniques. Prerequisite: Experience in Windows and word processing.

$225
WCOAP 6020 C01, C70
Approved Hours: 12 (Act 48)

Newtown Campus
C01/ 4 Tu, 3/4-3/25, 6:30-9:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
C70/ 2 M & 2 W, 2/8-2/17, 6:30-9:30 pm

Adobe Photoshop CS4 (PC) - Advanced

This class introduces you to the next generation of image editing. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a new user to Photoshop, this class will give you the knowledge, experience, and credentials to compete in the fast paced world of graphic arts. Topics will include general knowledge, using the work area, importing and adjusting images, working with selections, creating and using layers, using masks and channels, managing and correcting color, drawing, editing, painting, and retouching.

Prerequisite: Photoshop Basic (WCOAP 6020) is recommended.

$225
WCOAP 6021 C01, C70
Approved Hours: 12 (Act 48)

Newtown Campus
C01/ 4 Th, 4/8-4/29, 6:30-9:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
C70/ 4 Sa, 2/20-3/13, 9 am-noon

Digital Camera Workshop

Achieve great picture results! Learn how to use the functions of your digital camera correctly. Class covers f-stops, shutter speeds, ISO, depth of field, composition, white balance, lenses and flash. Your level of comprehension will dramatically increase after using what you've learned about your own camera. All types of cameras are welcome! This class is targeted for those students who want to understand how their digital camera works. In today's technology Digital Cameras have more features than you will ever use. This class will teach you which features you will need, and want to use. Bring camera and instruction manual to class (Mandatory).

$225
RCOAP 6010 C01 & C70
Approved Hours: 12 (Act 48)

Newtown Campus
C01/ 4 M, 1/25-2/15, 6:30-9:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
C70/ 4 Sa, 1/23-2/13, 9 am-noon

InDesign CS4 (Macintosh Environment)

This course is intended for students who want a foundation in desktop publishing utilizing InDesign CS4. Throughout, a special focus is given to preparing documents for print and electronic publishing. Hands-on exercises will enable you to explore and customize the InDesign interface; work efficiently with text, tables, objects and graphics; assess the importance of correct color management; remember time saving tips and techniques; discover the features new to InDesign CS4, such as the new Adobe Bridge file browser, object styles, snippets, and smarter text handling; and much more.

Newtown Campus/$550/WCOAP 6521 C01/
10 Th, 1/21-3/25, 6:30-9:30 pm
Approved Hours: 30 (Act 48)