A.S Graphic Design Technology [2533]
Program Manager: Sherri Hill
Graphic Design Technology Website
Program Goal:
The graphic design technology program offers a curriculum based on a combination of basic design principles and the latest technology. Focus is placed on preparing the student for immediate employment in the field of graphic design.
Program Entrance Requirements
| General Academic Courses
Students may take these courses at any time during their program of study. |
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| Course | Description |
Semester Hours
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| ENC 1101** | Written Communication |
3
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| Mathematics | Choose From Area II, A.S |
3
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| Behav.Sci.** | Choose from Area III, A.A.S. |
3
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| Humanities** | Choose from Area IV, A.A.S. |
3
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| CGS 1000** | Computer Info Systems |
3
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| ART 1300C | Drawing I |
3
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| ART 2600c | Digital Ilustration | 3 |
| PGY 1800C | Digital Imaging |
3
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| ART 1205C | Color Fundamentals |
3
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| Recommended Electives | Choose 6 credits - any combination of courses |
6
|
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Total
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33
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Program Core Courses**Please consult the Course Description section of the Catalog for prerequisites. |
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Course |
Description |
Semester Hours |
| GRA 1100C | Intro to Computer Graphics |
3
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| GRA 2190C | Graphic Design Basics |
3
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| GRA 1206C | Typography |
3
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| GRA 2150C | PhotoShop |
3
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| GRA 2121C | Communication Design |
3
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| GRA 2122C | Desktop Publishing |
3
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| GRA 2425 | Business Applications for Graphic Designers |
1
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| GRA 2950C | Professional Practices |
3
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| GRA 2949 | Graphic Design Internsip |
3
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| GRA 2151C | Illustrator | 3 |
| GRA 2177C | Visual Identity Systems | 3 |
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Total
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31
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| **A grade of "C" or better must be attained for each course taken for this degree. | +Students may elect to earn an SCF A.S. degree if they complete a Gordon level mathematics course in place of the A.A.S. degree program's minimum math requirement. | |
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In addition to the admission requirements of the College, the following are requirements for admission to the Graphic Design Technology Program:
1. Mathematics proficiency which qualifies the student for entry into MAT 1033 or higher, as demonstrated by the standard placement criteria currently in use at SCF; and
2. Successful completion of GRA 1100C with a grade of "C" or better..
