Course No. GD160
(formerly CS125di)
Credits:
3
Date: February 2011
Course Title:
Digital Imaging: Photoshop
Institution:
Rogue Community College
Type of Course:
Occupational Preparatory
Length of Course:
A minimum of thirty (30) lecture hours per term.
Prerequisites:
CS120 or equivalent computing experience.
Department Assignment:
Computer Science
Course Description: This course explores a wide range of digital imaging techniques from
photo touch-ups to realistic scenes created from scratch. Digital image creation and manipulation
commands and operations will be covered. Design, publishing concepts, and terms will be
discussed. Particular attention will be given to creating files for effective output whether for
printed media or electronic. Adobe Photoshop is currently the application used in this course.
Course Outcomes, ISLO (Institutional Student Learning Outcomes) Indicators and
Assessment: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Intended Outcomes:
1. Uderstand the tools and
techniques necessary to created
and manipulate digital images
using Photoshop.
ISLO Key Indicators
AK 1 - Demonstrate
ability to transfer
learning in familiar and
unfamiliar contexts in
order to complete tasks.
2. Find effective solutions for a
range of design problems
involving both conceptual and
technical learning.
CT 4 - Envision creative
approaches to issues and
problems.
1
Assessment Methods:
1. Students will complete a series
of exercises to demonstrate an
understanding of the Photoshop
interface. Criteria for assessment
include the appropriate use of
Photoshop techniques to complete
projects.
2. Students will investigate the
application of visual design to
digital imagery. Criteria for
assessment include successful use
of color, text and visual
composition to accomplish an
intended visual message.
Intended Outcomes:
3. Learn team building skills,
interpersonal skills, and project
modification to meet a client’s
needs.
ISLO Key Indicators
COM 2 - Express ideas
clearly in oral, written
and visual work.
4. Apply technology to publish
images for print and screen
presentation.
AK 1 - Demonstrate
ability to transfer
learning in familiar and
unfamiliar contexts in
order to complete tasks.
5. Develop techniques for
learning and using new software.
AL 5 - Use technological
tools to research new
information, solve
problems, and
communicate effectively.
Assessment Methods:
3. Student will participate in
several group critiques. Criteria
for assessment includes the
students ability to evaluate his/her
work and the work of others,
identify problems, and apply
standards to correct or improve
their solutions
4. Students publish digital
imagery for both printing and
screen presentation. Criteria for
assessment include professional
execution of quality digital
imagery and successful delivery
for print and screen.
5. Students will use design and
technical resources to problem
solve and implement new
techniques. Criteria for
assessment include the effective
use of additional digital imaging
techniques and applications for
succesful visual communication.
Typical Required and Recommended Text(s):
 “Before and After: How to Design Cool Stuff” by John McWade
 “Adobe Photoshop CS5 On Demand” by Steve Johnson - Perspection, Inc.
 Adobe Online Help Menus Adobe TV and Adobe Design Workshop and other
professional videos will be extensively utilized.
Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials:
 For Online Delivery: Access to personal computer installed with Adobe Photoshop and
Internet access.
 For Face to Face: Access to personal computer installed with Adobe Photoshop (or
access to the college computer labs) and Internet access plus thumb drives, CD’s or
DVD’s for backup storage.
 This course requires some work to be printed on the printer in the computer lab (students
may wish to print files at a commercial shop for use in a professional portfolio) and the
use of mount board and mounting glue to mount their work for presentation.
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TYPICAL COURSE OUTLINE:
Technique
Design
Week 1
Photoshop Interface
Week 2
File Formats / Image Size and
Resolution
Week 3
Selecting tools and techniques
Week 4
Working with Layers, Layer styles and
The History panel
Week 5
Adjustment Layers, Filters and Tools
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Color Modes, Color Conversions,
Color Correction and Channels
Image Manipulation, Color
Correction,
Painting and Retouching
Working with Type and Rendered
Text Layers
Vector Drawing, Use of Pen tool and
Paths
Exploration of Resources and
Continued
Self-paced learning
Final Project Presentation
3
Basic Design Overview
Focal Points and
Cropping
Layers and Transparency
Color and Composition
Type, Hierarchy,
Rhythm and Balance
Research and Execution