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.S. |
3
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Humanities** | Choose from Area IV, A.S. |
3
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Natural Science | Choose from Area V, A.S. |
3
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ART 1300C | Drawing I |
3
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ART 2600c | Digital Illustration | 3 |
PGY 1800C | Digital Imaging |
3
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ART 1205C | Color Fundamentals |
3
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Recommended Electives | Choose 3 credits - any combination of courses |
3
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Total
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30
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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 2151C | Illustrator |
3
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GRA 2121C | Communication Design |
3
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GRA 2122C | Desktop Publishing |
3
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GRA 2177C | Visual Identity Systems |
3
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GRA 2950C | Professional Practices |
3
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GRA 2949 | Graphic Design Internship |
3
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Total
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30
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**A grade of "C" or better must be attained for each course taken for this degree. | Effective Fall 2013, no new students are being accepted into an A.A.S degree program. Students currently enrolled will have two years (Summer 2015) to complete the A.A.S specific requirements of the program. |
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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..