May 29, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

CIS 184 - PhotoShop Graphics


Credit Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CIS 130  
Session Cycle: FW

This course covers tools, features, and techniques of the image editing software Photoshop.

 

Special software is required to complete this course, and it is only available while on campus. To find out how to purchase software for use off campus please see Additional Information in Section Details when registering for the course. 

Notes:  

Business Division

Theory Hours: 45

Learning Outcomes:  

  1. Identify and recognize Photoshop terminology, techniques, and features
  2. Identify the steps, tools and techniques involved in creating, editing and printing graphics using Photoshop
  3. Demonstrate ability to use creative thought processes, listening and reading skills and principles visual communication using Photoshop to communicate the intended message to the target audience
  4. Demonstrate ability to plan, design, create, save, evaluate, modify and enhance various Photoshop graphic design elements and projects for print, web, and other forms of distribution
  5. Demonstrate ability to consistently meet deadlines and work independently and/or as part of a team to create professional quality work using Photoshop
  6. Demonstrate consistent adherence to ethics, legal guidelines and copyright laws
  7. Evaluate and critique designs (including own designs) created in Photoshop using oral and/or written communication skills
  8. Produce a body of work in Photoshop to add to a portfolio for entry level employment or transfer to a four-year college or university in the field of graphic design or related field

 

Outcomes for this course apply to Graphic Design: Digital Media, A.A.S.  and Graphic Design: Illustration, A.A.S.   program outcomes A, B, C, D, & E