Graphic Design Support, College Credit Certificate

This certificate is part of the Graphics Technology A.S. degree program.

This certificate program is made up of five courses that begin the Graphic Design Technology A.S. degree.

These core courses hold essential information and build vital skills that are necessary to all related certificates. Included in the Graphic Design Support certificate is Digital Prepress, a class specifically for preparing files for print. Credits earned in this certificate also apply to the Associate in Science (A.S.) degree in Graphics Technology.  Visit the program page for more details and how to apply.

Refer to course descriptions to determine prerequisites.

Certificate Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Major Courses
ARTC 1300	Drawing 1	3
GRAC 1100	Principles of Graphic Design	3
GRAC 2150	Raster Graphics	3
GRAC 2156	Vector Graphics	3
GRAC 2201	Digital Prepress	3
Total Credit Hours		15

Learning Outcomes: Graphic Design Support, College Credit Certificate

1. Demonstrate drawing techniques using the vector pen tool
   • Supports Core Ability: Process Information
2. Apply color theories
   • Supports Core Ability: Think Critically and Solve Problems
3. Solve communication problems encountered in all phases of the graphic design process through the application of design theories and principles
   • Supports Core Ability: Think Critically and Solve Problems
4. Integrate illustrations, imagery and typographic skills to develop and communicate design solutions
   • Supports Core Ability: Process Information
5. Prepare graphic art, scans and compiled pages for optimal output, reproduction and publishing
   • Supports Core Ability: Process Information