The Career & Technical Institute

Communication Media

Commercial Photography
Denise Wicker, Instructor
Room 3002
515-242-7846

Students obtain skills in processes, procedures, studio techniques, understanding camera types, photographic theory, photographic history, and digital imaging. Portfolio development enables students to apply for employement, scholarships and college admission. Students will publicly display work at the Central Campus Art Show and other exhibitions. It is recommended, but not required, that students have a 35mm adjustable camera.

Includes enrollment in the following DMACC Courses:
Year One:
ART 184 Principles of Photography - 3 credits
ART 186 Principles of Digital Photo - 3 credits
SDV 164 Electronic Portfolio - 2 credits
Year Two:
ART 292 Studio Photography - 3 credits

High School Credit: .5 credit per block per semester
Grades: 11-12

Prerequisites: Minimum of 2.5 GPA or a B in two of the following courses: Art 1, Art 2, other art classes, Photography, Multimedia or other related computer class.

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Graphic Communication
Tim Rice and Jeff Bock, Instructors
Room 421
515-242-7846

Graphic Communications provides education, training and real world graphic design and print production experiences. Through close relationships with industry experts, the program's curriculum and industry experiences reflect the technological expectations of the graphic communications industry. First-year students complete a wide variety of hands-on projects in design, pre-press, print production, and bindery and finishing. Participation in frequent industry tours allows students to increase the range and depth of their understanding.
All students enrolled in the second year of the program are expected to complete a variety of increasingly complex project work. They are also expected to participate in the design, layout and production of various "live jobs." Both the "live jobs" and the projects are intended to further develop their skills and overall understanding of the graphic communications industry. Second-year students may choose the privilege of participating in job-shadow and internship experiences. Job shadowing and internships provide a stronger foundation and background for the advanced student desiring to enter the industry. For students planning to continue their post-secondary education, these foundational experiences provide the opportunity to earn additional college credit.

May include enrollment in the following DMACC Courses:
Year One:
GRD 401 Graphic Design Orientation - 3 credits
GRT 400 Introduction to Printing Methods - 4 credits
Year Two:
GRD 301 Introduction to Desktop Publishing - 3 credits
GRT 401 Intro to Graphic Communication - 4 credits
ADM 265 Career Seminar - 3 Credits
ADM 937 Practical Experience - 3 Credits
SDV 164 Electronic Portfolio - 2 credits

High School Credit: .5 credit per block per semester
Grades:10-11-12

Prerequisites: Two courses in any of the following areas highly recommended: Art, Graphic Design, Computer Applications, Journalism, and Technical Education.

Business and Community Partners with Graphic Communication

Acme Printing Co., Inc., Action Print, Allegra Printing and Imaging, C&K Printing, Carter Printing Company, Inc., Colorfx-Des Moines, Des Moines Register, Dilley Manufacturing Company, Edwards Graphic Arts, Finishbinders, Inc., Garner Printing, Holm Graphic Services, Inc., Hostmann-Steinberg Co., Hott Off the Press Printing, Mallard Inc., Mallard Printing and Promotions, Inc., The Printer, Inc., The Printing Station, Valley Papers, Inc., Vivid Impressions, xpedx-Ankeny

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Advanced Broadcasting and Film
Kirk Johnson, Instructor
Tim Coleman, Instructor

Room 3011
515-242-7723

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This dynamic, two-year program concentrates on the creative and communciation aspects of the radio/television/film industry. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of career paths and the production techniques associated with gainful employment. Considerable time is spent working on the craft of writing, reading, equipment operation, announcing, creative thinking, and management skills. The program may include studio assignments in the FCC-licensed radio station KDPS 88.1 FM or submission of film projects to Red Apple TV.

Includes enrollment in the following DMACC Courses:
Year One:
ADM 937 Professional Office Careers
- 1 Credit
MMS 101 Mass Media - 3 Credits
MMS 105 Audio Production - 3 Credits
MMS 106 Audio Production Lab - 1 Credit
SDV 164 Electronic Portfolio Development - 2 Credits

Year Two:
MMS 118 Announcing - 3 Credits
MMS 119 Announcing Lab - 1 Credit
MMS 120 Media Practices I - 3 Credits
MMS 121 Media Practices II - 3 Credits
MMS 205 Advanced Audio - 3 Credits
MMS 206 Advanced Audio Lab - 1 Credit
Year Three:
MMS 131 Reporting - 3 Credits
MMS 145 Broadcast Writing - 3 Credits
Optional:
SPC 101 Fund of Oral Communication - 3 Credits
ADM 265 Supervised Practical Experience - 2 Credits

High School Credit: .5 credit per semester per block
Grades: 11-12

Prerequisites: C or better in Speech and English, attend program orientation

Business and Community Partners with Broadcasting and Film

Applied Art and Technology, Blur Media Works, Clear Channel Radio, Des Moines Radio Group, Drake University, Grand View University, Iowa Motion Picture Association, Iowa Public Television, KCCI TV 8, KDSM Fox 17, Mediacom, Screenscape Studios, Waldorf College, WHO TV 13, Wild Rose Film Festival

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