Catalog Description
CIOS 255 Microcomputer Graphics
Comprehensive survey of microcomputer graphics using a graphics application. Includes use of professional-level graphics programs to create sophisticated graphics for a variety of uses. Also available via Independent Learning. (Recommended: CIOS 150 or equivalent computer literacy including saving/retrieving files, use of office applications, Internet and e-mail.) (1 - 3+0) As Demand Warrants

Skill Expectations
Students should have skills equivalent to CIOS 150 Computer Business Applications before taking this class.

List of Class Competencies

1. To be able to select the appropriate graphic tools for the intended purpose.
    
2. To be able to understand and apply appropriate copyright and authorship issues when creating graphic documents.
    
3. To be able to competently use a specific graphics program to create sophisticated graphics for a variety of intended uses.
    
4. To be able to evaluate the quality of graphics, using criteria that are relevant to the intended use and the strengths and limitations of the tools used.
    
5. To be able to use the Internet to research current graphic tools, techniques, and design principles.
    
6. If the application is a vector program, be able to create basic graphics using such concepts as tools, objects, layers, and grouping.
    
7. If the application is a raster program, be able to create basic graphics using such concepts as pens, brushes, pixels, and resolution.
    
8. To be able to create graphics that are optimized for printing, the web, or video display.
9. To be able to compress and distribute graphic files.
    
10. To be able to use scanning, digital photography, or vido to gather graphics that can be edited or enhanced with graphic software.
     
11. To be able to describe the different graphic file formats and to explain why different file formats work better for different purposes.
     
12. To be able to convert graphic formats so that they can be used for differing purposes.
     
13. To be able to create and share graphic files with proper virus and security protection.

Related Links:

• CIOS Course Descriptions
• Credit for Prior Learning