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COURSE INFORMATION
• Career and Technical courses have alphabetical prefixes and generally are numbered 2.000 through 8.999.
• Courses with 100 and 200 numbers are usually transferable to four-year institutions.
• Courses numbered 0.100 to 0.999 do not apply toward LBCC degree and certificate programs.
• Many departments offer professional / industry related courses not listed in this catalog. Please contact the appropriate department for a list and schedule of these courses, workshops and seminars.
Courses marked with the symbols below may be applied toward fulfilling the general education requirements for the Associate of General Studies degree. For lists of classes that fulfill general education requirements for other degrees offered at LBCC, see the“ Graduation Requirements” section of this catalog.
‣ Humanities / Art
• Math / Science
• Social Sciences
AA: APPLIED ARTS
AA 198 INDEPENDENT STUDIES( 1-3 credits) Individual instruction in advanced problems relevant to the student’ s interests and needs. Required: instructor’ s approval.
AA 221 GRAPHIC DESIGN I( 4 credits) Introduction to graphic design. Examines visual communication through the application of the elements and principles of art. Studies static vs. dynamic, visual centering, design systems, metamorphosis and continuums. Instills critical analysis and good design judgment. Required: Submission of portfolio or instructor approval.
AA 222 GRAPHIC DESIGN II( 4 credits) Studies publication design. Includes examination of formula vs. format, direct mail, poster, magazine and book design. Environmental implications are discussed. Teamwork and interaction are stressed. Instills critical analysis and good design judgment. Prerequisite: AA 221 Graphic Design I.
AA 223 GRAPHIC DESIGN III( 4 credits) Studies corporate mark design, the development of symbols, logos, design programs and identity systems. Examines the design’ s adaptability, application, practicality and integrity. Environmental issues are discussed. Teamwork and interaction are stressed. Instills critical analysis, process and good design judgment. Prerequisite: AA 222 Graphic Design II.
AA 224 TYPOGRAPHICAL DESIGN I( 4 credits) Introduction to letterforms. Develops a fundamental awareness of type and typographic design. Studies the evolution, art and vocabulary of typography; hand-built letterforms; and designing with type. Emphasizes typography as a working tool. Prerequisites:
AA 225 PACKAGING AND 3 D DESIGN( 4 credits) Introduction to design, display and merchandising of three-dimensional marketing solutions. Stresses suitability of concept, design and color as applied to various products. Materials and methods of printing, cutting, folding and assembly are explored for tactile and visual effect. Environmental issues and safety in the workplace are discussed. Good client / designer relationships are stressed. Prerequisites: AA224 Typographical Design I; GA3.168 Digital Page Layout III; GA3.193 Digital Image Processes III
AA 226 TYPOGRAPHIC DESIGN II( 4 credits) Continues the study, use and design of letterforms. Emphasizes creating original type variations and form manipulation. Prerequisites: AA 224 Typographical Design I; GA 3.168 Digital Page Layout III; GA3.193 Digital Image Processes III
AA 228 PORTFOLIO PREPARATION( 4 credits) Emphasizes reevaluation of previously produced projects; organization and production of the business card, business stationery, resume, envelope, selfpromotional and comprehensive portfolio. Covers current job opportunities; methods in merchandising job talents; action before, during and after the interview; business practices and ethics. Students present their professional portfolios to public at Portfolio Presentations and in a more personal setting at the reception that follows. Prerequisites: AA 222 Graphic Design II; Corequisite: AA 223 Graphic Design III.
AA 237 ILLUSTRATION I( 4 credits) Explores and develops skills in the use of various tools, materials and techniques. Increases student awareness of illustrative possibilities and processes. Pen and ink, graphite and ink wash are included. Prerequisites: GA3.191 Digital Image Processes I, Corequisite: ART131 Drawing I
AA 238 ILLUSTRATION II( 4 credits) Explores rendering with markers. Moves from an exercise, process and technique orientation to product rendering and ad development. Prerequisite: AA 237 Illustration I. Corequisite: ART 132 Drawing II
AA 239 ILLUSTRATION III( 4 credits) Explores further possibilities in illustration using soft pastel and colored pencil. Stresses conceptual development of illustration dealing with written material. Prerequisite: AA 238 Illustration II. Corequisite: ART 234 Figure Drawing.
AA 280 CWE GRAPHICS( 2-14 credits) Gives students practical experience in supervised employment related to graphics. Students identify job performance objectives, work a specified number of hours during the term, and attend a related CWE seminar. Note: Credits are based on identified objectives and number of hours worked. Prerequisite: GA3.192 Digital Image Processes II, GA3.160 Digital Page Layout II Required: CWE Faculty Coordinator’ s approval.
AG: AGRICULTURE
AG 111 COMPUTERS IN AGRICULTURE( 3 credits) Agricultural examples and problems are utilized as a basis for the material in this course. Provides hands-on experience in the areas of word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Web site development.
AG 250 IRRIGATION SYSTEM DESIGN( 3 credits) Designing drip, low pressure, and sprinkler irrigation systems with an emphasis in horticultural and field crop applications from pump to output nozzle.
Courses marked with the following symbols may be used to fulfill general education requirements for the Associate of General Studies degree: ‣ Humanities / Art • Math / Science • Social Sciences.