In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or “P” or better. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Prior to Common Course Numbering, this course was known as ENGL R101.

This course furthers and refines the basic typographic skills using scale, hierarchy, composition, and type choice in creating a variety of forms, including publications, posters, screen-based media, and environments. It emphasizes the clarity and legibility of the message, sequential page design and detailing, integration of type and image, hierarchies and scale relationships, display typography, and typographic word-marks as identities. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ART R179A or suitable portfolio. Transfer credit: CSU.

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of typography. Emphasis will be on the use of typography in graphic design. Topics include the history of type, aesthetic qualities of letterforms, the anatomy of letter form and practice of typography as they apply to graphics, advertising and visual communication. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ART R104A. Transfer credit: CSU.

This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of graphic design for print and electronic media. Topics include an overview of the commercial and print industry, basic layout design principles, image preparation, color modes and file preparation for print. Student assignments, encompassing design creativity and technical skills, include branding and logo design, brochures, poster and album art. Field trips may be required. Recommended Prep: ART R175. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course provides training and practice in basic principles of effective oral communication through participation in public speaking, group discussion, and oral reading. It emphasizes being at ease in front of, and with, a group, and developing constructive attitudes, organized thinking, proper use of voice and body, and critical listening. Field trips may be required. Additional Catalog Notes: Prior to Common Course Numbering, this course was known as COMM R101.Transfer credit: CSU; UC.