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Oct 23, 2026
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ART 1170 - Foundation Digital Imaging I: Photoshop
Credits: 3
Catalog Description
The course introduces students to digital imaging as a creative tool for fine art. Students will develop technical skills and apply principles of design using image-editing software. The course will explore both the creative and technical aspects of digital imaging, symbolism, and visual content. Some topics included are digital image manipulation, scanning, image compositing, and image output. Historical and contemporary art practice will guide and support the technical investigation of digital art tools in this course.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 06C: The Humanities and Fine Arts
Additional fee to student: Yes
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of visual elements and principles of design.
- Use visual elements and principles of design to manipulate and output digital images.
- Demonstrate basic computer operation using image-editing software programs.
- Demonstrate technical skill by successfully completing a variety of imaging assignments that may include scanning, digital drawing, and use of lens-based technology.
- Demonstrate an understanding of software terminology and articulate the advantages and limitations of digital imaging software.
- Demonstrate an appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture.
- Articulate and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through the critique process.
- Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Survey of the technical aspects and expressive qualities of digital imaging software
- Survey of digital imaging software techniques and principles
- Examination of the visual landscape and the role of digital imaging in the realm of fine art
- Critical response to works of art in the tradition of digital imaging
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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