Adobe Photoshop I   

Develop essential digital imaging skills through hands-on practice with Adobe Photoshop, one of the industry’s leading tools for image editing, graphic design, and digital content creation. This introductory course introduces students to the fundamentals of digital image creation, manipulation, and publishing while building practical skills used in creative industries. 

Through guided projects and skill-based activities, participants will learn how to work with layers, selections, color correction, typography, image composition, and professional file management while developing an understanding of design principles and digital workflow practices. 

This course is for: 

• Beginners interested in learning Adobe Photoshop  

• Aspiring graphic designers, photographers, and digital artists  

• Content creators looking to develop image editing skills  

• Professionals seeking to improve digital design and communication skills  

• Students pursuing careers in creative technology, marketing, media, or visual communication  

What You'll Learn: 

• Fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop tools, workspace, and digital image workflows  

• How to create, organize, edit, and export digital images  

• Image resolution, sizing, file formats, and preparation for web, print, and video  

• Design principles including composition, color, typography, and visual hierarchy  

• Working with layers, masks, selections, guides, and transformations  

• Techniques for color correction, tonal adjustments, and image enhancement  

• Digital retouching, blending, drawing, painting, and creative image manipulation  

• Best practices for organizing files, managing projects, and maintaining professional workflows  

• Copyright considerations and responsible use of digital images  

• Preparing and publishing finished digital images for different media platforms  

Computer Requirements: 

Students should have access to a computer capable of running Adobe Photoshop and completing digital imaging projects. A reliable internet connection and the ability to install and update software are recommended. 

Recommended equipment: 

• Desktop or laptop computer with a current operating system  

• Sufficient storage space for large image files and project materials  

• Adequate memory and processing power for image editing workflows  

• A mouse or other precision input device is recommended for detailed editing work  

Students may need access to an Adobe Creative Cloud subscription or institutional software access during the course. Specific software requirements and recommendations will be provided prior to enrollment.