Graphic Arts
Two-year Associate in Specialized Technology (AST) Degree Program
106 credits / 2,340 clock hours
The Graphic Artist uses electronic technology to extend his or her creativity. Learn and apply skills related to color, composition, typography, and more—and develop verbal and written communication skills to launch your successful career. As a graphic designer, you will be able to apply the basic theories of advertising, layout, type, color and illustration in virtually any setting.
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Career Opportunities
- Graphic Artist/Designer
- Web Designer
- Desktop Publishing
- Book/Catalog/Publication Designer
- Production/Pre-press Artist
Graphic Arts students will:
- Use the latest software to develop and produce design projects
- Gain an understanding of design vocabulary and the printing & publishing processes
- Become familiar with art direction, interactive design, typography, publishing, packaging, and corporate identity
- Develop a final portfolio and resume for their job search
Sample of Courses
- Typography
- Media and Design Study
- Concept Development
- Digital Photography
- Video Production and Editing
Complete Course List (click to expand)
| Code | Course | Credits | Clock Hours |
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| First Term |
| GA101 | Fundamentals of Design | 3 | 60 |
| GA102 | Electronic Design I (Quark) | 3 | 60 |
| GA103 | Fundamentals of Drawing | 2 | 60 |
| GA104 | Color Theory | 2 | 36 |
| CP101 | Introduction to Computing (Accelerated) | 1.5 | 30 |
| EN101 | English I | 3 | 60 |
| PD119 | Personal Development | 1 | 24 |
| TOTAL CREDITS / CLOCK HOURS | 15.5 | 330 |
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| Second Term |
| GA105 | Typography | 3 | 60 |
| GA106 | Analysis of Form & Space | 2 | 60 |
| GA107 | Electronic Design II (InDesign) | 3 | 60 |
| GA108 | Introduction to Computer Graphics (Photoshop) | 3 | 60 |
| GE227 | English II | 4 | 60 |
| KE100 | Keyboarding Essentials | 1.5 | 30 |
| TOTAL CREDITS / CLOCK HOURS | 16.5 | 330 |
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| Third Term |
| GA109 | Graphic Design Studio I | 2.5 | 60 |
| GA110 | Collateral Design | 3 | 60 |
| GA206 | Computer Graphics – Illustration | 3 | 60 |
| GA111 | Media and Design Study | 3 | 60 |
| GE208 | Business Writing | 4 | 60 |
| GE224 | Speech | 1 | 24 |
| TOTAL CREDITS / CLOCK HOURS | 16.5 | 324 |
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| Fourth Term |
| GE120 | Art History | 4 | 60 |
| GA207 | Advanced Computer Graphics | 3 | 60 |
| GA203 | Typography as Design | 3 | 60 |
| GA204 | Advertising Design | 2.5 | 60 |
| CP233 | Web Site Design | 3 | 60 |
| TOTAL CREDITS / CLOCK HOURS | 15.5 | 300 |
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| Fifth Term |
| GA205 | Typography – Expressive & Experimental | 3 | 60 |
| GA202 | Concept Development | 1.5 | 36 |
| CP228 | Web Site Design II | 3 | 60 |
| GA208 | Digital Pre-Press | 3 | 60 |
| GA209 | Publication Design | 2.5 | 60 |
| GE219 | Human Relations | 2.5 | 36 |
| TOTAL CREDITS / CLOCK HOURS | 15.5 | 312 |
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| Sixth Term |
| CP243 | Advanced Web Site Design | 3 | 60 |
| GA210 | Packaging Design | 2.5 | 60 |
| GA211 | Graphic Design Studio II | 2.5 | 60 |
| GA212 | Print Portfolio | 2.5 | 60 |
| CD204 | Job Search Skills | 1 | 24 |
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* Elective | 3 | 60 |
| TOTAL CREDITS / CLOCK HOURS | 14.5 | 324 |
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| * Electives | | GA300 | Digital Photography | (3) | (60) |
| GA301 | Video Production and Editing | (3) | (60) |
| GA302 | Graphic Symbolism – Corporate | (3) | (60) |
| GA304 | Design for Interactive Media | (3) | (60) |
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| Seventh Term | | | |
| GA602 | Graphic Arts Internship | 9 | 378 |
| CD302 | Professional Development | 1.5 | 21 |
| GA305 | Freelance Business Development | 1.5 | 21 |
| TOTAL CREDITS / CLOCK HOURS | 12 | 420 |
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