Graphic Design
This degree prepares students for entry-level positions dealing with the production of interactive CDs, medical illustration, gaming, web animation, cartooning, and fashion illustration. Students develop a high level of technical proficiency through the use of multiple software programs for creating, composing, and displaying animation designs for various media. They also develop solid design skills through training in traditional graphic design concepts and the integration of design principles throughout the curriculum.
Core courses focus on assisting students in learning industry standard software in illustration, photo manipulation, 3D modeling, and pre-press skills needed for print. Program electives allow students to focus on specific design and software skills.
Students work independently, as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.
Requirements
This degree requires the extensive use of a computer for prolonged periods of time during class and lab, analytical and creative abilities, and basic computer skills to begin the program.
Assessment testing is required for all students. Students who are reading at the college level and place into CCR 093 or above and MAT 050 or above may begin this program of study. A grade of "C" or better must be earned for each course required for the degree.
Required Courses
| MGD103 | Production Design | 3 |
| MGD111 | Adobe Photoshop I | 3 |
| MGD112 | Adobe Illustrator I | 3 |
| MGD114 | Adobe InDesign | 3 |
| MGD116 | Typography I | 3 |
| MGD117 | Introduction to Visual Communications | 3 |
| MGD133 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
| MGD202 | Point of Purchase Package Design | 3 |
| | |
| MGD211 | Adobe Photoshop II | 3 |
| or | |
| MGD212 | Adobe Illustrator II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 27 |
MGD Production Course
Select 3 credits of MGD production coursework from below:
| MGD203 | Design and Concept | 3 |
| MGD233 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
| MGD256 | Graphic Design Production | 3 |
| MGD268 | Business for Creatives | 3 |
| MGD288 | Practicum | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Electives
Select 15 credits from any MGD coursework. The following courses are recommended:
| MGD211 | Adobe Photoshop II | 3 |
| MGD212 | Adobe Illustrator II | 3 |
| MGD203 | Design and Concept | 3 |
| MGD233 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
| MGD256 | Graphic Design Production | 3 |
| MGD268 | Business for Creatives | 3 |
| MGD141 | Web Design I | 3 |
| MGD143 | Motion Graphic Design I (Software) | 3 |
| MGD164 | Digital Video Editing I | 3 |
| MGD165 | After Effects I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
General Education Courses
Arts and Humanities
| ART121 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART131 | Visual Concepts 2-D Design | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
English
Select one course (3 credits) from below:
| ENG121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG122 | English Composition II | 3 |
| ENG131 | Technical Writing I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Mathematics
| MAT107 | Career Mathematics | 3 |
| or higher | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
General Studies
Select one course (3 credits) from the Approved Electives List. Some recommended courses are listed below:
| ART111 | Art History Ancient to Medieval | 3 |
| ART112 | Art History Renaissance to Modern | 3 |
| ART138 | Film Photography I | 3 |
| ART139 | Digital Photography I | 3 |
| ART145 | Digital Darkroom | 3 |
| ART207 | Art History - 1900 to Present | 3 |
| ART245 | Digital Photo Studio | 3 |
| COM115 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| JOU221 | Newspaper Design I | 3 |
| MAR216 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| MAR220 | Principles of Advertising | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Required General Education Courses
Total Credit Hours: 60
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