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GRC 118 • COMPUTER GRAPHICS/PRINT MEDIA (3.0 credits)
Prerequisite: GRC 107, GRC 109 and GRC 110B or approval of instructor. 
Foundation course that introduces computer systems and applications as they relate to graphic communication for print media. Class will present a project-based overview of vector-draw, image manipulation, page layout and electronic publishing software. Challenge exam is available.

GRC 153B • PRINTING TECHNOLOGIES (3.0 credits)
Prerequisite: GRC 118 and GRC 122B or approval of instructor. 
An intermediate course in electronic prepress and commercial printing processes. Class will focus on the various methods of file preparation and optimization for pre-press, as well as press and post-press operations for a variety of commercial printing processes.

GRC 163B • SCREEN PRINTING (3.0 credits)
Prerequisite: GRC 118 or approval of instructor. 
Hands-on course introduces students to the tools, materials, and procedures of various commercial screen printing methods. Students will learn simple methods such as hand made stencils as well as photo-screen imaging from computer generated film. Business and employment concerns will be covered and historical and contemporary concepts will be explored.

GRC 198B • SPECIAL TOPICS IN GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS (0.5-6.0 credits)
Prerequisite: Dependent upon class offering. 
Various short courses and experimental classes covering a variety of subjects. The class will be a variable credit of one-half to six credits depending upon class content and number of hours required. The course may be repeated for up to six credits.

GRC 290B • INTERNSHIP IN GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS (1.0-8.0 credits)
Supervised work experience with a selected graphic communications business, dependent upon students selected major emphasis. Course is designed to apply knowledge to real on-the-job situations in a program designed by a company official and a faculty advisor. Available to students entering their last semester of instruction for the GRC associates degree. Contact the department advisor for application, screening and required skills evaluation. 75 hours on the job per credit.

GRC 294B • PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO (1.0-3.0 credits)
Prerequisite: Minimum 21 credits of GRC/DGM classes or approval of instructor. 
Development of a portfolio for employment in the graphic communications or digital media or transfer to a four-year program. Class will deal with the professional and legal requirements of working in the graphic communications or digital media industry.

GRC 298B • SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS (0.5-6.0 credits)
Prerequisite: Dependent upon class offering. 
Selected advanced topics and workshops relating to specific areas of graphic communications. The class will be a variable credit of one-half to six credits depending upon class content and number of hours required.

GRC 299B • INDEPENDENT STUDY (1.0-2.0 credits)
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. 
This course is designed for advanced students to pursue work in a specific area of graphic communications. Students must submit a written proposal which becomes a contract for the course of study. Students must meet with a faculty advisor on a regular basis.