Graphic DesignAssociate of Science
CIP: 500409
The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Graphic Design focuses on enhancing student knowledge of digital art techniques and enables students to create customized portfolios to market creative content and communicate ideas visually.
| Core curriculum | 20 credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Course number | Course name | Course credits |
| DBR 100 | Introduction to Belief Systems | 3 |
| DJC 100 | Foundations of U.S. Justice | 3 |
| DJCP 100 | Citizenship Project | 2 |
| DJLC 200 | Language and Culture | 2 |
| DSS 100 | Theories of Self | 3 |
| DQR 100 | Algebra and Personal Finance | 3 |
| DSL 100 | Scientific Inquiry | 3 |
| LYNN 101 | First Year Seminar | 1 |
| Major requirements | 42 credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Course number | Course name | Course credits |
| CGD 112 | Basic Graphic Design | 3 |
| CGD 115 | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| CGD 125 | Digital Photography I | 3 |
| CGD 160 | Digital Imaging II | 3 |
| CGD 205 | Vector Imaging I | 3 |
| CGD 215 | Typography | 3 |
| CGD 217 | Print Production | 3 |
| CGD 235 | Publication Design I | 3 |
| CGD 238 | Vector Imaging II | 3 |
| CGD 245 | Corporate Design | 3 |
| CGD 298 | Graphic Design Associate's Portfolio | 3 |
| GVC 220 | Digital Layout and Design | 3 |
| GVC 235 | Interactive Design I | 3 |
| GVC 240 | Color Theory | 3 |
| Fine Arts Curriculum | 3 credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Course number | Course name | Course credits |
| FA 115 | Basic Drawing | 3 |
| Total | 65 credits | |
2-year plan
Fall
| Course number | Course name |
|---|---|
| CGD 112 | Basic Graphic Design |
| CGD 115 | Digital Imaging I |
| DBR 100 | Introduction to Belief Systems |
| DSS 100 | Theories of Self |
| FA 115 | Basic Drawing |
| LYNN 101 | First Year Seminar |
Spring
| Course number | Course name |
|---|---|
| CGD 125 | Digital Photography I |
| CGD 160 | Digital Imaging II |
| CGD 205 | Vector Imaging I |
| CGD 217 | Print Production |
| DJC 100 | Foundations of U.S. Justice |
| DJCP 100 | Citizenship Project |
Fall
| Course number | Course name |
|---|---|
| CGD 215 | Typography |
| CGD 238 | Vector Imaging II |
| DSL 100 | Scientific Inquiry |
| GVC 220 | Digital Layout and Design |
| GVC 240 | Color Theory |
Spring
| Course number | Course name |
|---|---|
| CGD 235 | Publication Design I |
| CGD 245 | Corporate Design |
| CGD 298 | Graphic Design Associate's Portfolio |
| DJLC 200 | Language and Culture |
| DQR 100 | Algebra and Personal Finance |
| GVC 235 | Interactive Design I |