CGT 271 - Computer Graphics Technology Internship

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 1
Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 12 - 40

Description: This is an applied course within Occupational Programs specializing in the field of Computer Graphics Technology and is a cooperative assignment for students who have completed the prerequisites for this course. Employment will be approximately 12 to 40 hours per week off-campus at the employer’s location within a graphic design, media developer or similar position. The final grade will be based on a joint evaluation by the faculty and the employer. Students registered in this internship course are considered Schoolcraft College students with all rights, responsibilities and privileges of a student. Internships may be paid or unpaid based upon placement. Department permission is required before registering for this course. The selection of eligible students to register for the course is a competitive process that includes testing, submission of a resume with a cover letter and interviews.

Prerequisites: Consent of department. CGT 234 or may be taken concurrently or CGT 252 or may be taken concurrently. Overall minimum GPA of 2.5.
Corequisites: CGT 231 if not taken previously.
Recommended: None.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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Course Competencies

Apply learned design skills to real world production situations, needs and timeframes.
Apply project management skills to real world design situations.
Evaluate information provided by the client so that output can conform to the client’s product needs and demographic base.
Apply the basic principles of design to real world situations with economic restrictions.
Adapt within the social, organizational and technical systems of the workplace by creating and using schedules and work plans.
Implement design production techniques by accessing information, interpreting data and problem solving.
Revise projects to expedite production or conform to the client’s critique.
Effectively communicate with clients, administrators and co-workers.
Apply learning styles and information processing styles to positively affect interpersonal relationships.