Graphic Design Certificate
Division: Fine Arts
PROGRAM CODE: 2C45534
The Graphic Design Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the graphic design related professions. The hands-on classes allow a student to create professional quality designs suitable for inclusion in a portfolio. This certificate requires a total of 40-41 units. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (34-35 units): | ||
| ART 123 F | Business Practices in Art | 3 |
| ART 299 F | Art Independent Study | 1-2 |
| DART 100 F | Introduction to Digital Art | 3 |
| DART 112 F | Vector Graphics | 3 |
| DART 132 F | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| GRFX 100 F | Graphic Design I (formerly ART 140 F) | 3 |
| GRFX 120 F | Typography I (formerly ART 141 F) | 3 |
| GRFX 150 F | Graphic Design II (formerly ART 147 F) | 3 |
| GRFX 160 F | Publication Design (formerly ART 145 F) | 3 |
| GRFX 200 F | Graphic Design III | 3 |
| GRFX 250 F | Graphic Design IV | 3 |
| GRFX 270 F | UI-UE User Experience Design (formerly ART 142 F) | 3 |
| Restricted Electives (6 units): | 6 | |
| Basic Drawing | 3 | |
| History of Graphic Design (formerly ART 138 F) | 3 | |
| Advertising Design (formerly ART 146 F) | 3 | |
| Packaging Design (formerly ART 148 F) | 3 | |
| Typography II (formerly ART 241 F) | 3 | |
| Introduction to Printing | 3 | |
| Total Units | 40-41 | |
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Create computer generated graphic design solutions that are suitable for inclusion in a student's portfolio.
Outcome 2: Demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of design.
Outcome 3: Apply the terminology of computer graphics to communications within the field of graphic design and digital media.
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