Visual Communications-Graphic Design




The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) program in Graphic Design provides a learning-centered environment in which to prepare students from diverse backgrounds to obtain appropriate skills and knowledge sufficient for entry level employment, for transfer to four-year institutions, or for professional/personal enhancement.


Career Opportunities
Graduates will be prepared to seek the following career options:
·      Graphic Designers
·      Production Artists
·      Layout Artists
·      Web Designers
·      Photographers
·      Illustrators
·      Assistant Art Directors

Curriculum
In addition to general education requirements, coursework in this degree program is likely to include the following:
·      Drawing
·      Introduction to Graphic Design
·      Illustration
·      Two-Dimensional Design
·      Typography
·      Photography Computer Graphics/Animation
·      Web Design on the Mac
·      Advertising Design
·      Portfolio Development
·      Color Design
·      Darkroom Techniques
·      Cartooning/Comic Book Art
·      Digital Imaging