Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025Class SizeNot publishedCredits2PrerequisiteNone. Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course presents an in-depth look at using computers as a graphics presentation tool to assist oral, written, and on-screen presentations. Topics include system requirements, graphic software, elements of a good presentation, types of graphics, and designing slideshow techniques for visual presentations. Methods on how to edit and format presentations, animation, organizational charts, and clips (graphics, sounds, or video) will also be covered. Designing presentations linked to word processing, spreadsheet, or database programs is included. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software to produce individual and/or group projects.For this course, PC computers are used with the Windows Operating System, and applications supported by Windows. Students using a Macintosh computer, or any other device should be aware of differences in software that may impact steps for assignments as outlined or differences with assignment steps when using the textbook required for this course. Mac and Windows OS apply the same principles and fundamentals (ie., file management, etc.,); however, features on a Macintosh computer will work differently than those as instructed using the Windows Operating System. Software and textbook materials for this course are intended to be used with a Windows OS. Students should contact the professor if they need help accessing a PC with Windows and Windows applications needed to support this learning. 