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Graphic DesignBachelor of Fine Arts

CIP: 500409

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design, focuses on enhancing student knowledge of digital art techniques and informational design by giving students a historical and technical understanding of graphic and multimedia design. Students create their own customized portfolios to market their personal creativity and communicate their ideas visually.

Core curriculum 37 credits
Course number Course name Course credits
DBR 100 Introduction to Belief Systems 3
DBR 200 World Belief Systems 3
DJC 100 Foundations of U.S. Justice 3
DJCP 100 Citizenship Project 2
DJC 200 Civic Engagement and Social Justice 3
DJLC 200 Language and Culture 2
DJCE 250 Career Preparation 2
DSS 100 Theories of Self 3
DSS 200 Societies and Institutions 3
DQR 100 Algebra and Personal Finance 3
DQR 200 Introductory Statistics 3
DSL 100 Scientific Inquiry 3
DSL 200 Science and Society 3
LYNN 101 First Year Seminar 1
Major requirements 84 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 302 Art Direction Management I 3
CGD 335 Interactive Design II 3
CGD 345 Alternative Design Approaches 3
CGD 370 Advertising Campaigns I (repeat twice) 6
CGD 375 Publication Design II 3
CGD 381 Packaging Design 3
CGD 394 Motion Design I 3
CGD 435 Interactive Design III 3
CGD 470 Agency Design 3
CGD 485 Motion Design II 3
CGD 495 Graphic Design Portfolio ( to be repeat twice) 6
GVC 220 Digital Layout and Design 3
GVC 235 Interactive Design I 3
GVC 493 Professional Practices 3
FA 115 Basic Drawing 3
FA 341 Drawing Anatomy 3
Total 121 credits

Graphic Design

4-year plan