Graphic Arts

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Tech Requirements FAQ

Before I enroll, do I need to know how to operate a computer or how to use the Internet?

No. We work with everyone from whatever level they are at. It would help to know the basics such as: how to turn a computer on and off, how to use a mouse, how to find files, how to save a file. It will also be more productive if you understand the basic operation of the internet. If you are enrolling in our Graphic Design for the Web class, remember that this class does not teach HTML. It is assumed that you have some previous skills and knowledge, and we build with it.

Do I need Internet access from my home computer?

Internet access is helpful in order to access your grades, your schedule, our college catalog, and many other things which would be useful to you in gaining greater benefit from all your classes here at the college. You do not need internet access, but you will find it helpful. If the class is online, internet access will, of course, be required for those classes.

What computer do I need to enroll? Can I use a computer in the school labs?

You do not need a specific kind of computer to enroll. Classes are taught on both MAC and PC platforms. You may use either, but there are more PC computers in the labs than MAC's. You may use whichever you prefer at home, but saved files will not always work consistently between MAC and PC machines, so you should try to stay on the same kind of machine. You may prefer to bring a laptop to class with you and use it for work in class as well as at home.

The software being used in class is the Adobe Suite of products including Adobe Illustrator and/or Adobe Photoshop. Please be sure if you are purchasing a laptop for these classes that the computer is capable of running these program. The instructor for the class will further direct you on information on any specific requirements. For more information on computer requirement, please see: https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html

Computers in the School Labs

Some of our programs are available in the open labs, while others are only available on the graphic lab computers.

What software do I need?

You can use our school computers. Those programs which are available only in the graphics lab are accessible only during the scheduled class time. If you use a program which is not available in the open lab, we suggest you try to purchase the program for work at home. Contact the instructor to find out which programs are available in the open lab and whether they're on MAC's orPC's.

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