Degrees/Certificates

CERTIFICATE CURRICULA
Requirements for Certificate of Completion

Each of the three certificate programs is designed to prepare students to enter the work force. Students may obtain the Certificate of Completion by completing the courses in their program of study with an average final grade of C (2.0 grade-point average) or higher. Prior to registering for courses, students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with faculty for advising.

Production Art Certificate

Press and Finishing Certificate

Digital Printing and Publishing Certificate

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE
in Graphic Design

We live in an information society—surrounded by an ever-increasing number of words, pictures and sounds. The role of the graphic designer is to shape this information in a meaningful way, visualizing and communicating ideas in the most effective manner possible.

The Graphic Design major provides students with a strong foundation in the fundamental aspects of the designer's art. Students develop creativity and ideation skills. They learn the elements of communication design and then apply this knowledge to a wide range of design problems. Communication in all forms—visual, verbal and written—is stressed. The program has a unique, hands-on approach, integrating conceptual design studies with traditional and digital tools and production methods.

*Suggested Electives for Graphic Design
GRPH 68, 98B, 99B, 100B, 123A/B, 124, 133, 140,
145, 147, 148, 154, 155, 197

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE
in Print Production

Print Production is a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry, thanks to the integration of digital workflow into print manufacturing. Students seeking a degree in print production learn both traditional and digital skills to master the processes of print manufacturing as it exists today. Each area of study introduces basic concepts using traditional production methods, followed by advanced work using digital tools. All classes are taught with industry standards as a guide.

Students successfully completing the program are qualified for entry-level employment in service bureaus, prepress houses, small and large printing companies, bindery shops, and other allied businesses.

*Suggested Electives for Print Production
GRPH 35, 40, 67, 72B, 98B, 99B, 100A/B, 130, 147, 148, 198, 199