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Visual Communication—Graphic Design
Curriculum C248C
Offers students an opportunity to acquire specific skills in the diverse industry of Visual Communication-Graphic Design. The associate’s degree program provides background in art and design theories, typography and layout, print, Web and multimedia. Computer skills are developed through design, projects using software, including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Dreamweaver and others.
Qualified individuals may find employment in advertising agencies, art departments and media studios. Typical job titles include: Graphic Designer, Web Page Artist, Commercial Artist and Photo-Manipulation Artist.
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Semester One |
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Two-Dimensional Design |
3 |
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Freshman Rhetoric & Composition I |
3 |
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Graphic Design |
3 |
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Computer Art I |
3 |
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General education/Humanities |
3 |
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Program electives |
3 |
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18 |
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Semester Two
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Principles of Effective Speaking |
3 |
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Introduction to Quark InDesign |
4 |
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Introduction to Illustrator |
4 |
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Introduction to Photoshop |
4 |
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Web Page Design |
3 |
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18 |
Semester Three
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Science of Personal Health or |
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First Aid & CPR |
2 |
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Digital Photography or |
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Digital Studio Photography |
3-4 |
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Graphic Design Typography |
4 |
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Advanced Layout and Illustration |
4 |
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Advanced Photoshop |
4 |
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17-18 |
Semester Four
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Portfolio Design and Production |
4 |
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History of the U.S. to 1877 or |
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American National Politics or |
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Contemporary Society |
3 |
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General education/Mathematics and/or Science |
3 |
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Program electives |
6-9 |
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16-19 |
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Total credits required for graduation |
69-73 |
Program electives (9-12): Any ART or VIC course
Coordinator: Lorette Dodt, Ext. 3519