Semester 1
Code
Name/Description
Credits
Your studies will introduce you to the foundations of printing. You will explore a variety of printing and finishing methods. You will learn about digital image characteristics and their importance for high-quality output. You will operate a digital colour press, wide format printer, vinyl cutter and screen-printing press.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 147
Digital Page Layout 1
3
You will use page layout software to acquire the basic knowledge required to build professional documents. You will focus on managing documents and pages, formatting text, working with images and graphics, and adjusting objects and colour. You will perform basic page layout to recreate documents such as business cards, postcards, newsletters, posters and more.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 148
Digital Page Layout 2
3
Using popular layout and design software, you will continue to develop the skills required to create professionally designed documents. You will implement design thinking strategies when applying styles and creating parent pages and building tables. Through mock client work, you will create high-quality layouts beginning with the initial stages of the design process and ending with the physical production and delivery of your final creation. You will strategically create documents such as leaflets, forms, booklets and more.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 147(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 152
Digital Illustration 1
3
You will be introduced to illustration software, tools and drawing techniques. You will acquire the knowledge and develop the practical skills required to produce vector graphics.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Throughout this course, you will acquire the practical skills required for the efficient use of image editing software by using Adobe Photoshop. You will learn how to manage layers, create selections and layer masks, work with vector tools, apply styles, filters and retouch images.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 154
Workflow Fundamentals
3
Your studies will focus on optimization, and strategic organization of files and assets needed for multi-item campaigns in the graphic communications industry. You will learn to strategically organize digital files, by minimizing duplication of repetitive tasks and maximizing efficiencies at all stages of the workflow. You will learn about the composition of digital images, focusing specifically on resolution, and its importance for high-quality output. You will learn about and implement colour management strategies, as you gain an in-depth understanding of how to properly correct colour images, correct skin tones, sharpen properly scaled images, and optimize files for consistent and repeatable high quality output. Your studies will culminate with the preparation and optimization of multiitem campaigns, ensuring that images, graphics, and digital files have been prepared to specific output requirements and standards.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 153(concurrent)
Equivalent Course(s): GRPH 154CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will acquire the knowledge and skills to further advance your skills using Adobe Photoshop. You will learn how to apply creative filters and transformations. You will use blending modes and advanced masking techniques to create high quality composites.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 153(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 208
Digital Illustration 2
3
Using popular illustration software, you will continue to develop the skills required to create vector artwork. You will identify strategies for creating logos, icons, infographics and more. You will learn industry-standard best practices for outputting vector files.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 152(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
MATH 165
Mathematics for Printers
2
You will acquire the basic mathematics skills required for entry level occupations in the graphics/print industry. Your studies will include basic mathematics, problem solving, and measurement systems.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online
Total semester credits: 26
Semester 2
Code
Name/Description
Credits
GRPH 115
Digital Page Layout 3
3
Using popular layout and design software, you will further develop the skills and strategies required to create professionally designed documents. You will apply design thinking strategies to create static and interactive documents. You will use mock client work to identify design problems and strategies that provide effective design solutions for high-quality layouts. You will create documents such as newspaper articles, editorial spreads, menus, interactive forms and more.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 154
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 116
Premedia Preparation
3
You will build on skills developed in previous courses to design a multi-item campaign. You will identify client problems and develop strategies to execute design solutions. You will learn the fundamentals of how to prepare industry standard, digital and print-ready files for distribution within the graphic communications industry.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 115(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 117
Content Creation
3
In today's day and age, content is key. You will develop the skills needed to create engaging digital content that converts. You will explore software including Adobe Premiere and After Effects. You will utilize content planning techniques such as group brainstorms and storyboards to concept ideas. You will practice capturing various styles of content and preparing it for a specific client/product.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): PHOT 124(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Your studies will focus on the field of marketing. You will discover the effect that marketing has on consumers. You will learn how to market ideas, skills as well as products and services.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 154
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
In this course, you will explore the elements of design and principles of organization. You will learn about grids and how they enhance layout and composition. You will gain an understanding of colour theory and the use of the colour wheel. You will develop an understanding of the application of typography in relation to effective graphic design.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 154
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will create self-promotional material to showcase the projects you complete during your time within the Graphic Communications program. You will develop a personal brand, online portfolio and a professional social media presence. You will create a skills-specific resume to use when searching for future job opportunities.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 154
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will learn the creative process and design problem solving steps. You will develop composition and type-pairing strategies as well as explore various colour relationships. Using fundamental design knowledge and skills you acquire in this course; you will create a logo and complementary pieces for a specified client.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 150(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
INDG 100
Introduction to Indigenous Studies
1
You will receive an introduction to the Indigenous cultural groups within Saskatchewan. You will learn about the colonization of Indigenous peoples by the Canadian state. Your studies will help you discuss current issues and explore possible solutions.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
Your studies will focus on a foundational digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera image capture and the use of off-camera lighting. Camera operation will be examined through aperture, shutter speed, white balance and focusing techniques. You will learn about various lighting and composition techniques for capturing professional portraits, and stock photography images.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 154
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Total semester credits: 25
Semester 3
Code
Name/Description
Credits
Your studies will focus on screen-printing onto textiles. You will learn to coat screens with emulsion, output film positives, expose and wash out screens, print onto garments and clean screens. You will create single colour images for assembly.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 146
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Your studies will equip you with the knowledge to prepare industry standard print-ready files for distribution within the graphic communications industry. You will create a multi-item campaign for cross-media production.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 239(concurrent)
Equivalent Course(s): GRPH 210CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 230
Packaging Design
3
Your studies will equip you with the knowledge to prepare industry standard, digital and print-ready files for distribution within the graphic communications industry. You will create multi-item campaigns for packaging products.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 239(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Your study of typography will expand to the experimental and expressive use of type. You will also define design project goals, develop a design rationale, create complementary design pieces targeted to multiple audiences and present your design project to your classmates.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 232
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will be introduced to the brand development process. You will learn the role that research and analysis plays in branding and how to develop core brand values and understand your audience. Your studies will also help you develop the visual vocabulary to communicate the message and develop a strong visual identity package.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 232
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 239
Premedia Preparation
3
Your studies will equip you with the knowledge to prepare industry standard, digital and print-ready files for distribution within the graphic communications industry. Your studies will cover how to combine the individual concepts you have acquired from previous courses, into a cohesive workflow.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 187
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will learn the basics of web authoring and publishing. You will create webpages using basic Hypertext Markup Language and Cascading Stylesheets. You will use industry-standard software to create and manage webpages. You will publish webpages to your own web hosting service.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Equivalent Course(s): GRPH 260, MULT 120CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
You will use intermediate Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to design and create websites with a variety of layouts. You will begin implementing strategies for building websites and you will learn how to build interactive, media rich, and responsive websites. You will create and publish a website. You will explore website builders and Content Management Systems (CMS).
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): MULT 120(concurrent)
Equivalent Course(s): MULT 124CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
Total semester credits: 25
Semester 4
Code
Name/Description
Credits
Your studies will focus on vinyl application and screen-printing onto a variety of textiles. You will create, output and assemble multi-colour vector illustrations using the vinyl cutter and the screen printing process.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 158
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Your studies will equip you with the knowledge to prepare industry standard, digital and print-ready, files for distribution within the graphic communications industry. You will create a multi-item campaign for cross-media production.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 239
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Your studies will equip you with the knowledge to prepare industry standard, digital and print-ready files for distribution within the graphic communications industry. You will create a multi-item campaign for cross-media production.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 239
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 213
Editorial Design
4
Your studies will equip you with the knowledge to prepare industry standard, digital and print-ready files for distribution within the graphic communications industry. You will learn the fundamentals of creating long documents. You will learn strategies for creating and developing long documents. You will create, output, and prepare a job package for long documents.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GRPH 231
Project Management
3
Your studies will equip you with the knowledge to prepare industry standard, digital and print-ready files for distribution within the graphic communications industry. You will create a large multi-item campaign, meet deadlines, and solve problems while dealing with the pressures of managing multiple projects daily.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will learn about digital marketing in today’s fast changing environment. Social strategy, exciting content, mobile photography, graphic design and more. You will learn how to develop and define your social media platforms with a marketing communications plan.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 239
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Your studies will focus on advanced Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera image capture, and the use of off-camera lighting. You will learn about various lighting and composition techniques for capturing professional portraits, and stock photography images. You will develop workflow procedures for sorting, preparing, and exporting, of your images. You will prepare industry standard images for inclusion within digital and print-ready files.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 155
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
TCOM 102
Workplace Communication
3
You will examine the employability skills required in the workplace. You will discuss the communication process, and practice effective interpersonal communication techniques and conflict resolution. You will use workplace writing and job search skills.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Equivalent Course(s): COM 160, COMM 191, JOBS 190, JOBS 288, JOBS 290, TCOM 102CE, TCOM 120, TCOM 140, TMGT 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Learn Linc, Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
Total semester credits: 25
Semester 5
Code
Name/Description
Credits
You will participate in a four-week work experience which will prepare you for employment in the graphic communications industry. You will work within the graphic communications industry.
Credit Units: 0
Course Hours: 160.0
Prerequisites(s): GRPH 231
Potential Learning Method(s): Work Experience - Group, Work Experience -Individual