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Mar 29, 2024
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2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Graphic Design Associate of Science
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The Associate of Science in Graphic Design program prepares students for entry-level careers in the graphic design field, such as graphic designer, production artist, package designer, or product designer. The program also provides coursework for professionals interested in upgrading skills and/or receiving certification in the field. The study encompasses all phases of the design processes from origination of the idea (design, layout, and typography) through reproduction, finishing and distribution.
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Program Student Learning Outcomes
Students who complete this program will be able to:
- Use fundamental design skills
- Select and use appropriate graphic design software
- Demonstrate skills typically found in the graphic design field
REQUIRED CORE:
Course ID |
Title |
Units |
GD 2 |
History of Graphic Design |
3 |
GD 140 or |
Beginning Graphic Design |
3 |
ART 140 |
Beginning Graphic Design |
3 |
GD 142 or |
Package Design |
3 |
ART 142 |
Package Design |
3 |
GD 144 |
Typography |
3 |
GD 145 or |
Graphic Illustration |
3 |
ART 145 |
Graphic Illustration |
3 |
GD 147 |
Introduction to Computer Graphics |
3 |
GD 149 |
Digital Illustration |
3 |
GD 154 * |
Digital Pre-Press |
3 |
GD 160 * |
Professional Practices for Graphic Designers |
3 |
GD 200 |
Photoshop Skills for Graphic Designers |
3 |
GD 240 * or |
Intermediate Graphic Design |
3 |
ART 240 * |
Intermediate Graphic Design |
3 |
CWE 180 |
Co-Op-Ed Graphics |
1 |
TOTAL CORE UNITS FOR THE MAJOR:
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34
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*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.
Associate of Science Degree
Complete a minimum of 60 units including the total number of units described above and the General Education requirements with an overall GPA of 2.0 to qualify for the Associate of Science degree. A minimum of 12 units must be completed at Saddleback College.
General Education Requirements for Associate Degrees
Refer to the Graduation Requirements or to the CSU-GE and IGETC patterns in this catalog for specific courses which meet general education requirements. Refer to ASSIST.org and to the transfer institution’s catalog for transfer requirements.
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