Graphic Design, Certificate

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Program Code: CERGD
CERTIFICATE

The Graphic Design certificate integrates technology with creative problem-solving to build strong visual communication skills with digital media. Through a blend of theory, hands-on practice, and industry-focused projects, students gain expertise in typography, branding, imaging, and graphics. Elective options in video, motion graphics, and web design encourages broader interests. Coursework supports transfer to various institutions and provides foundational training for careers in print design and related fields.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES:

When students complete this program, they will be able to:

demonstrate creative and aesthetic talents with a visual body of work.
present professional skills and behaviors to compete as a graphic designer in the current marketplace.
solve creative problems that can connect with an intended audience using visual, oral and written presentation skills.
evaluate and execute visual work using professional terminology based on an understanding of art and design.

Suggested Course Sequence

1st Semester - 6 Credit/12 Contact Hours

GD 140 - Introduction to Graphic Arts 3 credits
Foundations Elective 3 credits

2nd Semester - 12 Credit/24 Contact Hours

GD 210 - Typography I 3 credits
GD 235 - Production Processes 3 credits
GD 250 - Graphic Design I 3 credits
* Multimedia Elective 3 credits

3rd Semester - 12-13 Credit/22-24 Contact Hours

GD 220 - Typography II 3 credits
GD 255 - Graphic Design II 3 credits
GD 290 - Portfolio Presentation 3 credits
** Web Elective 3-4 credits

30-31 Total Credit/58-60 Total Contact Hours

* GD 230 and GD 231 require completion of GD 140

** GD 280 requires completion of GD 210 and GGD 250 , plus one of the following: GD 230 , GD 231 , GD 260 , or GD 270

Foundations Elective (Select 1)

GD 110 Advertising Design (3 credits)

GD 150 Digital Imaging (3 credits)

GD 151 Digital Photography (3 credits)

Multimedia Elective (Select 1)

GD 230 Digital Illustration (3 credits)

GD 231 Motion Graphics (3 credits)

GD 260 Video Production (3 credits)

GD 270 3D Modeling and Animation (3 credits)

Web Elective (Select 1)

CIS 205 Intro to Web Development (4 credits)

GD 280 Web Design for Graphic Artists (3 credits)