Computer Information Science American River College
Courses

CISA 340: Presentation Graphics

Units: 2.00
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 300 (Computer Familiarization)
Hours: 27 hours lecture, 27 hours laboratory
Description: This course covers an in-depth look at using presentation software in business environments. Topics include elements of good presentation design, slide show techniques, integrating and linking of various software applications and media, animation effects, and the production of presentations using a variety of hardware.

Section 3: Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • demonstrate effective design principles and concepts when preparing presentations
  • apply audience analysis techniques to establish criteria for the presentation approach
  • evaluate visual presentations by utilizing standard guidelines, tools and techniques used in today's business world
  • integrate graphics, word processing and spreadsheet information, and sound in the development of a presentation
  • create visual appeal through custom animation, transitions, and motion paths
  • create hyperlinks, and also embed and link objects and files
  • create and edit tables, charts, diagrams, templates, and custom photo album presentations
  • plan and publish presentations for the Web
Certificates requiring this course: