Certificate Graphic Design Technician

Credit hours: 28

Description

Completion of this program of study prepares students for entry-level employment in printing and design firms.

Students will develop technical competencies in print, digital imaging, and website design using Adobe Creative Suite. Application of basic design principles.

Program Requirements

ART 110 - Drawing I Credits: 3

ART 112 - Two-Dimensional Design Credits: 3

ART 130 - Web Site Design Credits: 3

ART 131 - Graphic Design I Credits: 4

ART 132 - Graphic Design II Credits: 4

ART 137 - Adobe Photoshop I Credits: 3

ART 231 - Digital Illustration Credits: 4

ART 230 - Graphic Design III Credits: 4

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Graphic Design Technician Certificate program, the learner will be able to:

1. Work independently or as part of a team to successfully complete graphic design projects.

2. Develop creative solutions to visual problems.

3. Utilize typography in design solutions.

4. Employ industry-standard software.

5. Identify design principles.

6. Analyze design principles.

7. Synthesize design principles.

8. Produce and maintain a professional portfolio.

9. Articulate traditional and nontraditional art examples and how those examples affect popular visual literacy.