The Baking & Pastry program at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to prepare students for entry-level job opportunities and career paths in the specialized industry within culinary. The baking and pastry industry is a specific area of concentration within the culinary world. It focuses specifically on the creation, production, and display of various baked goods and pastries, and applies basic culinary concepts and principles.

Baking & Pastry requires the following skill sets:
? Developing and presenting advanced concept ideas
? Proficient knowledge of baked goods, desserts, and confectionaries; demonstrate decorating, plating, and display techniques
? Demonstrating ability to accurately follow any given recipe and achieve desired outcome
? Knowledge of quality standards and regulations governing food products
? Discussing the various current developments and trends in the food industry

Whether focused on producing baked goods for a grocery store, restaurant, or a neighborhood bakery, or concentrated on creating delicious desserts for a high-end restaurant, this program is designed to guide students through the fundamentals of culinary and specializes in the art of producing baked goods, pastries, and cakes, and utilizes confectionery elements, including candies and sculpture pieces.

Students in both programs are introduced to the fundamentals and techniques of baking and pastry. Specifics according to individual curriculum tracks are explored. Students in the Associate of Applied Science degree program move onto specific areas of baking and pastry cuisine and confectionery skills.

The Culinary Arts program at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to prepare students with a wide range of basic culinary skills, experience, and knowledge necessary to adapt to a specific culinary career path. Culinary Arts is the applied art of cooking and, namely, how to cook. The art encompasses fundamental cooking techniques and an understanding of trends, varying cuisines, and the process from start to plating.

The culinary industry requires a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Identifying and applying cooking techniques, food preparation methods, and equipment
? Accurately following any recipe and achieve specified outcome
? Recognizing and applying principles of nutrition, sanitation, and safety
? Demonstrating proficiency in a variety of world and regional cuisines
? Knowledge of current developments and trends in the culinary and foodservice industry

Students in the Culinary Arts program have the opportunity to experience a practical, hands-on approach to innovative methods and classic techniques for preparing numerous cuisines. The program combines practical training and industry experience to prepare students for entry-level careers in the diverse foodservice industry.

The Culinary Management program at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to provide students with the necessary skill sets by integrating cooking and culinary business aspects. Culinary Management not only encompasses the art of cooking but also goes beyond to include the legalities, guidelines, and operations to owning and running a restaurant and the business side of the culinary industry.

The culinary industry requires a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Identifying and applying cooking techniques, food preparation methods, and equipment
? Accurately following any recipe and achieving specified outcome
? Describing and articulating wine culture and performing food and wine pairing
? Recognizing and applying principles of nutrition, sanitation, safety, and labor laws
? Knowledge of current developments and trends in the culinary and foodservice industry
? Understanding and applying various management techniques

This professional career requires planning, analytical, and decision-making skills, which are the focus of the program. Students have the opportunity to develop management skills in a professional culinary atmosphere and can learn to solve problems while accomplishing the daily tasks necessary in foodservice operations.

Design Management is the art of bridging the disciplines of management, design, and production. An essential component to successful business strategies, design management creates the conditions in which successful new ventures may be conceived, designed, produced, and consumed. The Design Management program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to prepare students to manage creative projects and teams, and utilize the analytical skills necessary to identify opportunities for innovation. Operating on a business level, Design Management serves as a powerful strategic tool to differentiate a company through innovative and creative products, services, and brands.

Design Management requires a depth of conceptual skills including:
? Identifying, analyzing, and solving design problems and implementing design concepts
? Demonstrating competency in design business strategy from concept to completion
? Working knowledge of business practices, including accounting, marketing, public relations, and promotion
? Critical thinking regarding current trends and business practices
? Application of professional, leadership, and team standards related to industry

Students have the opportunity to begin by establishing a vision and conceptualizing ideas that can be put into practice within an organization. They can become proficient in project management and brand strategy to help create new business, develop new products, and fuel investment.

In today?s highly competitive marketplace, Design Management blends strategy, communication, marketing, technology, and design to support various industries as they grow and succeed. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of design and design applications. Before students can delve deeply into business practices, they have the opportunity to build a strong foundation of design knowledge and proficiency.

Students are introduced to the fundamentals of business and management, and are expected to apply these practices to design and its application. Business behavior, standards, and practices are the primary focus as students work to integrate strategy and creativity.

Students can continue to hone their business skills and incorporate brand strategy and global perspectives. Students have the opportunity to gain industry-related experience by participating in required externships and compiling complete projects to be presented in a portfolio.

Graphic Design is the profession and art of visual communication that combines images, words, and ideas to convey information to an audience. Within this highly creative field, there is a direct link between problem-solving and effective communication.

Graphic designers require a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Developing, analyzing, and communicating concept ideas
? Demonstrating advanced ability in technical skills, including typography, color theory, and lighting
? Advanced knowledge of industry-related software used for graphic design
? Application of basic business standards related to graphic design
? Developing client relations and the fundamentals of design as a business

The Graphic Design program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to prepare students to think critically and to solve problems through visual communication. Offered through two educational paths, the Bachelor of Science degree program and the Associate of Applied Science degree program, students have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of effective design and apply these skills to produce creative communicative pieces.

Encompassing a multifaceted and broad range of media, graphic design conveys information in a timely, creative, and effective manner. As students progress through the program, they are trained to develop an individual design style using the technical and conceptual tools acquired. Students complete the program with a working portfolio that represents their dedication, character, and creativity.

By designing innovative solutions that are articulate, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing, students can become creative professionals in the dynamic field of graphic design. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of drawing and design, and the technical application of appropriate computer software. Specifics in design elements are integrated to give substance and creativity to pieces. Students then have the opportunity to move beyond the technical skills of graphic design and begin to incorporate production and printing components. Components of website design are introduced and production on portfolio begins.

Students in the bachelor?s degree program have the opportunity to examine the business practices of graphic design and industry law and regulation. The bachelor?s degree program is completed with a senior project and portfolio opportunity that enables students to gain real-world experience and hone client relation skills.

Interior Design is the study and application of design, decor, and functionality of a space, whether the space is commercial, industrial, or residential. Interior Design engages other fields and clients to determine the structure of a space, the needs of the occupants, and the style that best suits both.

Interior designers require a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Demonstrating ability to comprehend creative processes and problem-solving skills
? Demonstrating proficiency in technical skills, including drafting, perspectives, rendering, and construction
? Knowledge of products and materials for the environment and design solution
? Advanced knowledge of industry-related software
? Demonstrating an understanding of fundamental business principles, ethics, and career opportunities

The Interior Design program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to educate students in the creative, critical, and technical methodology of a built interior environment. Students have the opportunity to learn to enhance the function and quality of interior spaces and to integrate the components of sustainability, health, safety, and welfare into each project.

Within the program, students can incorporate other fields of learning including architecture, environmental studies and business planning. Students have the opportunity to become proficient in utilizing color, fabric, and furniture, budgeting and communication, ordering, installation, and maintenance of all objects that define a space. Interior Design helps create efficient, functional, and aesthetically pleasing places where we live, work, play, and gather in everyday life.

Students are first introduced to the fundamentals and history of interior design, and have the opportunity to examine the industry from an architectural standpoint. Along with foundation-level skills, students have the opportunity to develop competencies in rendering, drafting, and various computer applications. Students can build upon the fundamental and technical skills associated with interior design and delve into the specific design elements. Students are also introduced to environmental systems and sustainable design concepts and practices.

Finally, students have the opportunity to acquire advanced technical skills in rendering and architectural competencies, and focus on specific design areas. Throughout the quarter, students create and design a final project that reflects their understanding of studies presented in the program.

Kitchen & Bath Design is the creation or remodeling of two specific areas of a home. Kitchen & Bath Design strives to create functional, comfortable, and aesthetically-pleasing spaces that cater to individual needs and wants. The industry includes decorative plumbing, hardware, cabinetry, and appliances.

Kitchen & Bath designers require a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Developing and presenting advanced concept ideas
? Demonstrating proficiency in architectural drafting, technical perspective, and specification of products and materials
? Skill in appropriate selection of materials, fixtures, and equipment based on project requirements and aesthetic criteria
? Advanced knowledge of industry-related software and computer applications
? Applying industry guidelines to generate design solutions for the client needs

The Kitchen & Bath Design program at The Art Institute of Colorado is a specific area of interior design that is designed to prepare students to meet the demands of this growing industry. With the understanding that a designer needs the indispensable foundational and technical skills to function effectively as a professional, the program highlights different areas of kitchen and bath design from technical drawing and construction to marketing and promotion practices within the industry.

The curriculum combines various skill sets to help students create original designs that offer not only aesthetically-pleasing and functional spaces, but are consistent with established kitchen and bath standards.

Students have the opportunity to begin learning the fundamentals of design and architectural drafting, while developing competencies in computer applications, products, and materials. Students can then build upon the foundational and technical skills associated with kitchen and bath and move into the advanced stages of design and construction with an emphasis in marketing.

Web Design & Interactive Media is the integration of digital media, including combinations of electronic text, graphics, moving images, and sound, into a structured, digital, computerized environment that allows people to interact with the data for appropriate purposes.

Web Design & Interactive Media requires a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Envisioning, designing, and producing new media solutions in a professional setting
? Demonstrating advanced ability in technical skills, including Web design, scripting, and image manipulation
? Advanced knowledge of industry-related software used for design
? Utilizing various interactive methods to solve client needs
? Critical thinking regarding current trends and business practices

The Web Design & Interactive Media program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to instruct students to combine design talent and creativity with interactive technology to communicate and create user-centered solutions.

Students are introduced to a wide variety of computer-based tools that aid in script writing, designing graphics, and utilizing elements of animation. The skills taught in Web Design & Interactive Media cross a range of delivery channels or platforms, allowing for efficient and succinct communication and better reach of target markets. With an eye on new design trends and software developments, professionals in the field are able to listen and respond to a client?s needs.

Students in both the bachelor?s degree and associate?s degree programs are introduced to the fundamentals and basic elements of Web design and interactive media. Elements of design, such as color theory and typography, are examined to build upon the foundations.

Students can begin to integrate programming logistics and focus on computer applications as they advance in their design skills. In their second year of the program, associate?s degree students work on creating a portfolio of work and explore various careers paths and goals.

Students in the bachelor?s degree program have the opportunity to learn advanced skills in design elements and computer applications, and begin working on producing final products and projects. To gain industry-related experience, bachelor?s degree students have the opportunity to create a portfolio of individual work.

Fashion Retail Management is the intersection of the fashion and business world. It focuses on the marketing, management, and retailing of fashion, based on consumer purchasing trends.

Fashion Retail Management requires a range of practical and conceptual skills including:
? Developing and communicating fashion design concepts and business strategies
? Demonstrating advanced knowledge in fashion retailing, manufacturing, marketing, and public relations
? Critical thinking regarding consumer behavior, current trends, and business practices
? Application of professional standards and business concepts related to the fashion industry

The Fashion Retail Management program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to integrate studies in fashion, business management, marketing, and events to prepare students to enter the fashion industry.

The market-driven curriculum teaches students to utilize problem-solving and critical thinking skills, which meet the expressed needs of the retail industry. The program?s core brings together instruction in fashion management with the related technical and professional areas of fashion merchandising, retailing, and the art of entrepreneurship.

Students are introduced to the fundamentals and history of fashion in association with basic business practices. Emphasis is placed on introduction to the fashion industry, textiles, and color theory.

Students have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the business and marketing aspects of the fashion industry. Current trends and concepts in fashion are examined and advanced stages of business planning and practices are covered. Students are required to produce a complete business plan and strategy for a portfolio.

Digital Filmmaking & Video Production is the telling of narratives through the application of time-based media (film or video). The Digital Filmmaking & Video Production program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to prepare students to create high-quality content through a combination of traditional video production techniques and digital tools. This program teaches students a range of skills necessary for film production and attracts individuals who can combine creative, technical, and managerial skills.

Digital Filmmaking & Video Production requires a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Planning, executing, and delivering production pieces, using digital filmmaking techniques
? Demonstrating technical proficiency with industry-related tools and software
? Advanced knowledge of the video production process from conception to production
? Application of professional standards and business concepts related to filmmaking and
video production

Students are first introduced to the fundamentals of Digital Filmmaking & Video Production. Computer applications and elements of design are woven into the foundation of studies.
Students can then delve into the specifics of design and examine different digital media concepts and applications. Different modes of media are explored and production aesthetics
are introduced.

Finally, students have the opportunity to focus on the elements and styles of production as they work toward completing a portfolio of work. Industry standards and media legal issues are examined as students enter the field as working professionals.

The Media Arts & Animation program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to prepare students for an entry-level career in multimedia design and animation by providing a broad range of design and technology skills to generate visual solutions across media platforms. Through the integration of traditional media and emerging digital technology, new generations of designers have transpired who express their visual creativity through technology.

Media Arts & Animation is the art of communicating concise ideas with images across various modes of media. Animation brings concepts to life and imagination into existence, and is used to effectively communicate messages through various forms of media. The multimedia animation artist is a highly skilled and specialized visual communicator.

Media Arts & Animation requires a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Developing and presenting advanced concept ideas through design and illustration
? Demonstrating advanced ability in technical skills including drawing, typography, lighting,
and modeling
? Advanced knowledge of industry-related computer applications and channels of media used for animation
? Employing production elements into the project management process
? Recognizing and applying various animation processes used in the industry

The Media Arts & Animation program is designed to build proficiency in drawing and media-based skills, creativity in concepts and problem-solving, awareness of art and design history, and fluency in technological tools and software. In an increasingly global visual marketplace, a degree in Media Arts & Animation is designed to prepare students to position themselves in a communication industry where technical and conceptual knowledge can pave the way to opportunity.

Students are introduced to the fundamentals of animation, illustration, and design. Computer applications are used to incorporate creative and technical knowledge as conceptual ideas are brought to life.

Students then have the opportunity to learn advanced techniques in animation and focus on conceptual storytelling and messaging. Technical classes in modeling, 2-D/3-D animation, and Web design are woven into the curriculum. Students can work on production aspects of animation and media art, and are required to prepare a portfolio from conceptualization to final production. Industry-related business practices are examined and students are encouraged to seek out externship opportunities.

The Photography program at The Art Institute of Colorado offers a strong foundation in fundamentals and principles that are designed to encourage students to challenge the established ways of seeing. Within the program two degree levels are offered: a Bachelor of Arts and an Associate of Applied Science.

Photography is a form of immediate communication that has the ability to cross language and cultural barriers. Photography students are challenged to think innovatively about the form and content of their work. As they progress in the program, students have the opportunity to explore different areas of the industry, including business skills and portfolio creation.
The program offers students a working understanding of the role of photography in a variety of commercial and social contexts.

Students in both programs are introduced to the basic principles and history of photography, along with technical skills in lighting, metering, and printing (both traditional and digital).
Students then have the opportunity to build upon the foundational and technical skills associated with photography and begin to explore the different concentrations and specialty areas within the industry.

Students in the Bachelor of Arts degree program have the opportunity to examine different career options and create a comprehensive portfolio of original, professionally relevant work based on their self-selected career path. Emphasis is placed on conceptual thinking, business, management, and marketing. Students should be able to work in a variety of media and place their work in an historical context.

Video Production is the art of storytelling encompassing video, editing, and distributing a finished video product. In video production, the final product comes together to create a cohesive message and can be in the form of television production, commercial video production, and corporate and event videos.

Video Production requires a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Advanced knowledge of video production process from source to finished product
? Demonstrating the use of aesthetic elements of photography and design in media content
? Advanced knowledge of industry-related software and equipment
? Understanding the function of audio, lighting, editing, animation, and scriptwriting
? Critical thinking, regarding current trends and business practices

The Video Production program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to prepare students with the necessary skills to creatively envision and produce artistically strong work. Students are trained to see a project through - from concept to script, from the studio to the final product.
Working in live action, video production produces films in a wide variety of genres such as documentary, experimental, narrative, and for diverse outlets, including installations and interactive media. Throughout the program students have the opportunity to analyze and solve technical and aesthetic problems in video production to give a hands-on approach to learning and content.

Students are introduced to the fundamentals of video production and accompanying computer applications. Specific components of video production are integrated, including audio, lighting, and scriptwriting.

Students can continue to hone their technical skills and move toward understanding the
final stages of production. Basic business practices and industry-related issues are covered,
and students are required to create and present a final portfolio project with complete production pieces.

Visual Effects & Motion Graphics is conceptual design in motion and involves creating special effects with computer-based animation and graphics. To create layered and textural landscapes, an artist will creatively weave video clips, graphic elements, and sound with live-action footage for the most impact. This is accomplished through the agility of digital compositing and, more importantly, the artist?s vision.

Visual Effects & Motion Graphics require a combination of both technical and conceptual skills including:
? Identifying, analyzing, and creatively solving design-based problems
? Demonstrating advanced ability in storyboarding, lighting, shooting, and broadcasting video
? Advanced knowledge of industry-related software used for visual effects and motion graphics
especially related to sound and audio
? Demonstrating technical knowledge and application of animation, compositing, editing, and
post-production techniques
? Advanced knowledge and use of studio equipment such as lighting grids and dimmers
? Identifying major contributions to the evolution of visual and special effects

The Visual Effects & Motion Graphics program at The Art Institute of Colorado is designed to prepare students to effectively communicate and entertain through captivating content that engages both the mind and the emotions. When real-world images or concepts are impossible to capture, visual effects and motion graphics are employed to achieve a vision. By fusing the latest computer application with creative talent, students have the opportunity to learn that the craft of visual effects and motion graphics involves a combination of technological innovation and craft.

Through digital compositing, animation, and cinematography, students are offered the tools necessary to create commercially valuable visuals that help tell a story, entertain, or make a statement. Students are introduced to the fundamentals and basics of visual effects and motion graphics including basic design, layout, and typography. Skill sets in imaging and layout are combined with computer applications to begin the formation of video pieces.

Students have the opportunity to build upon the basics and move into advanced work in computer techniques, including modeling, animation, lighting, and audio. By integrating technical and conceptual skills, students learn to create story messages and points.

Students are required to complete advanced work in technical skills and are introduced to studio production. The production stages are integrated into final portfolio pieces.