Graphic Design
Associate in Arts
Purpose
Graphic design is art that interests, informs, persuades, or sells. It has taken the traditional form of printed material and now includes computer imaging.
The graphic design program is for students who want to complete a two-year program or transfer to a four-year college or university. The program gives students a solid base in studio art. A portfolio of artwork is required to demonstrate studio abilities upon completion of the program.
Recommended Course Schedule
Fall Quarter, First Year
| ART 110 | Design | 4 |
| ART 200 | Art History (H) | 5 |
| Humanities Distribution (H)* | 5 | |
| Health & Fitness Distribution (HF) | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 17 |
Winter Quarter, First Year
| ART 102 | Drawing (H) | 5 |
| ART 111 | Sculpture | 4 |
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I (C) | 5 |
| Humanities Distribution (H) | 1 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Spring Quarter, First Year
| ART 130 | Computer Graphics | 3 |
| ART 202 | Art History (H) | 5 |
| ENGL 102 | English Composition II (C) | 5 |
| Science Distribution (S) | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 18 |
Fall Quarter, Second Year
| ART 151 | Typography | 5 |
| Science Distribution (S) | 5 | |
| Quantitative Skill Distribution (M) | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Winter Quarter, Second Year
| ART 135 | Graphic Design I | 5 |
| Science Distribution (S) | 5 | |
| Social Science Distribution (SS) | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Spring Quarter, Second Year
| ART 136 | Graphic Design II | 5 |
| Social Science Distribution (SS) | 5 | |
| Social Science Distribution (SS) | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
*See catalog for list of courses that satisfy distribution requirements for AA programs.
Strongly recommended courses (consult with art advisor):
| ART 201 | Art History (H) | 5 |
| ART 174 | Digital Photography | 4 |
Recommended distribution for Graphic Design majors:
| SPEE 110 | Principles of Speech Commuication | 5 |
| JOUR 160 | Introduction to Mass Media (H) | 5 |
Students are required to complete 3-5 credits in a Diversity course (D). A list of courses that satisfy the Diversity Requirement can be found in the college catalog.