Douglas Neuckranz, M.Ed.

Residential Faculty - Digital Media

Computer Information Systems

Office: BP 43A - Room: BP55

480-461-7883

480-406-0362 (mobile)

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM12:30 PM - 1:30 PM11:00 AM - 12:00 PM11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM12:30 PM - 1:30 PM 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM 

Online

   

Online

By appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointment

Students can meet me in-person or online during the hours listed. Please make an appointment.
You can call/text my mobile phone: 480-406-0362

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday mornings at Dobson Campus -BP55
Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at Mesa Downtown Center -  DTC - Room 402
 

Classes Taught

Summer 2024

CIS120DB Introduction to Adobe Illustrator 3 Credits

Provides students with the knowledge and skills to use Adobe Illustrator graphics software on a computer. Basic foundation course in the use of electronic techniques to create, manipulate, and edit images, text, abstract art, graphics design, color graphics and business charts; determine file formats appropriate for web and print; utilize tools to optimize graphics and create a PDF file.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15020

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
05/28/2024 - 07/18/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 15020 Students may contact instructor at: douglas.neuckranz@mesacc.edu

CIS120DF Introduction to Adobe Photoshop 3 Credits

Focuses on entry-level skills and knowledge for digital imaging using Adobe Photoshop. Prepares students for the Adobe Certifications related to Photoshop.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15019

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
05/28/2024 - 07/18/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 15019 Students may contact instructor at: douglas.neuckranz@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2024

CIS120DB Introduction to Adobe Illustrator 3 Credits

Provides students with the knowledge and skills to use Adobe Illustrator graphics software on a computer. Basic foundation course in the use of electronic techniques to create, manipulate, and edit images, text, abstract art, graphics design, color graphics and business charts; determine file formats appropriate for web and print; utilize tools to optimize graphics and create a PDF file.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Uses Adobe CC.

Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14598

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/14/2024 - 12/13/2024

Open

11 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14598 Students may contact instructor at: douglas.neuckranz@mesacc.edu

CIS120DC Introduction to Adobe Animate 3 Credits

Focuses on entry-level skill expectations for digital animation using Adobe Animate. Covers basic animation techniques used in the creation, manipulation, and editing of animation graphics. Prepares students for the Adobe certifications related to Adobe Animate.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13361
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
09/03/2024 - 12/13/2024
Tu
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Open

16 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 13361 Students may contact instructor at: douglas.neuckranz@mesacc.edu

CIS120DF Introduction to Adobe Photoshop 3 Credits

Focuses on entry-level skills and knowledge for digital imaging using Adobe Photoshop. Prepares students for the Adobe Certifications related to Photoshop.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Uses Adobe Photoshop CC Software.

Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14449
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
09/05/2024 - 12/13/2024
Th
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Open

16 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14449 Students may contact instructor at: douglas.neuckranz@mesacc.edu

14448

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/14/2024 - 12/13/2024

Open

16 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14448 Students may contact instructor at: douglas.neuckranz@mesacc.edu

CIS120DK Introduction to Digital Video Editing 3 Credits

Introduction to digital video editing comprises of a foundation for video import, export, and editing functions. Includes parts and function of a video camera, preproduction and production, incorporating photographs, titles, graphics, animation and audio, capturing, editing, rendering and outputting digital video. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14532
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
09/04/2024 - 12/13/2024
We
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Open

14 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14532 Students may contact instructor at: douglas.neuckranz@mesacc.edu This class uses Adobe Animate CC Software.

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