Graphic Design Technology • Associate in Applied Science
OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM
Total Credit Hours: 63
Colleague Code: AAS.GRDST
Curriculum Code: ART 150
Recommended Course Sequence:
First Semester: ART 102, ART 106, CAS 104, CAS 108, CWB 110, COM 111, SPE 101
Second Semester: ART 103, ART 116, CWB 135, COM 112, MAT 104
Third Semester: ART 124, CWB 140, CWB 160, POS 101 or POS 201, Recommended Electives
Fourth Semester: ART 110, ART 216, ART 220, Recommended Electives, Physical Science Selection
Program Information:
- This program is designed for students pursuing a career in the field of graphic design.
- Students are introduced to a variety of tools and techniques used in the graphic design industry including, but not limited to traditional studio art methods, desktop publishing, web site authoring and motion graphics.
- This applied science program of study must be taken in its entirety to meet degree requirements.
For Program Information Contact:
Arts and Humanities Department at 217.786.2318 or 217.786.2329 or see an academic advisor.
Required General Education Courses (16 credits)
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Composition I |
3 credits |
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Composition II |
3 credits |
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General Education Mathematics |
3 credits |
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Introduction to American Politics or |
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State and Local Government |
3 credits |
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Physical Science Selection |
4 credits |
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Required Program Courses (43-49 credits)
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Two Dimensional Design |
3 credits |
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Drawing I |
3 credits |
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Introduction to Computer Art |
3 credits |
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Professional Practices in Art |
1 credits |
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Introduction to Graphic Design |
3 credits |
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Digital Photography I |
3 credits |
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Intermediate Graphic Design |
3 credits |
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Introduction to Motion Graphics |
3 credits |
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Introduction to Microsoft Word |
.5 credits |
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Introduction to PowerPoint |
.5 credits |
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Computer Literacy for Graphic Design |
3 credits |
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Introduction to Web Site Design |
3 credits |
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Introduction to Dreamweaver |
3 credits |
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Introduction to Flash |
3 credits |
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Recommended Electives |
3 credits |
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Recommended Electives |
6 credits |
Required Program Support Courses (3 credits)
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Public Speaking Fundamentals |
3 credits |
Recommended Electives (choose 9 credits)
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Three-Dimensional Design |
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Introduction to Darkroom Photography I |
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Painting I |
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Printmaking I |
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CMM 130 |
Intro to Non-Linear Video Production |
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Advanced Video Production |
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Advanced Dreamweaver Techniques |
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Advanced Macromedia Flash Techniques |
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CWB 299 |
Emerging Technologies in Graphic Design Topics |
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