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A.A.S. in Graphic Design

Mission

The Mission of the Associate in Applied Science in Graphic Design Program is to give students a foundation in design, and an introduction to the field of the visual media, through a liberal arts education, at which point they can pursue a career, and/or higher studies.

Educational Objectives

The purpose of the Associate in Applied Science in Graphic Design is to:

1. Provide the basis upon which students develop an aesthetic taste and touch in projects.
2. Prepare students to follow a print or digital field.
3. Give students both the theory and practice in the principles of design.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates in the Associate in Applied Science in Graphic Design will be able to:

1. Acquire knowledge, and certain skills, that are required for further studies in print or digital design.
2. Nurture an aesthetic view of design.
3. Demonstrate principles of design, through the different mediums and concepts.
4. Demonstrate ethical standards in the field.

This Program offers a set of introductory classes to prepare students to enter the Graphic Design Bachelor in Science Program. After completing the Foundation Year Requirements, students enroll in the studio courses that focus on developing their technical skills for the corporate identity design, and packaging applications.

Students interested in the Associate in Applied Science in Graphic Design Program must complete 73 credits; 9 credits of the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, 19 credits of Liberal Arts Electives, 29 credits of the Foundation Year Requirements, and 16 credits of the Graphic Design Core Requirements.

Liberal Arts Core Curriculum (9 credits)

Liberal Arts Electives (19 credits)

Arts (3 credits)

Philosophy, Religion, and History (6 credits)

Sciences (4 credits)

Social Sciences (6 credits)

Foundation Requirements (29 credits)

Graphic Design Core Requirements (16 credits)