Graphic Design, AAS

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Program Code: AASGD
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED ARTS AND SCIENCE DEGREE

Graphic design merges computer-aided technology with visual thought. Students in the Graphic Design degree program at St. Clair County Community College will learn to solve visual communication problems through a comprehensive program of study that incorporates basic design principles, typography and advanced production technology. Courses completed will support transfer to other institutions and offer entry-level training in the field of print design.

Suggested Course Sequence

First Year

1st Semester - 15 Semester Hours

ACD 110 - Advertising Design 3 credits
ACD 140 - Introduction to Graphic Arts 3 credits
ART 101 - Foundation Drawing 3 credits
ART 106 - Color and Design 3 credits
ENG 101 - English Composition I 3 credits

2nd Semester - 17 Semester Hours

ACD 120 - Typography I 3 credits
ACD 240 - Digital Imaging 3 credits
ART 107 - 3-Dimensional Design 3 credits
ENG 102 - English Composition II 3 credits
MTH 102 - Elementary Algebra 5 credits *

Second Year

1st Semester - 18 Semester Hours

ACD 220 - Typography II 3 credits
ACD 230 - Digital Illustration 3 credits
ACD 235 - Production Processes 3 credits
ACD 250 - Graphic Design I 3 credits
ART 121 - Art of the Western World I 3 credits
THA 105 - Oral Interpretation 3 credits **

2nd Semester - 13.5 Semester Hours

ACD 255 - Graphic Design II 3 credits
ACD 280 - Web Design for Graphic Artists 3 credits
ACD 290 - Portfolio Presentation 1.5 credits
ART 122 - Art of the Western World II 3 credits
PS 101 - Introduction to Political Science 3 credits

Total Credit Hours/Total Contact Hours = 63.5/101

* MTH 102 or higher. Some transfer degree programs require MTH 110 or MTH 112 or higher for transfer credit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with representatives from their prospective transfer school to ensure course transferability.
** THA 105 can be substituted with SPC 101 .