Graphic Design | A.A.B.

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Graphic Design students will utilize their creative abilities to design, create and edit digital content using various software. From editing graphics, dealing with page layouts, producing videos and developing animations to designing for the web, this program features a comprehensive study of all things graphic design. Students will develop a portfolio and compile it with works from numerous courses within the program.♦

Hardware/Software Requirements ►
Students taking courses in this program may need to own or have access to specialty hardware/software to pursue this degree option. This requirement is particularly important for students enrolled in online/distance learning sections of particular courses. Affected courses indicate this requirement in their course syllabus. Consult the program advisor to discuss specific course needs and options.

Program Outcomes ►
The student will

apply positive ethical standards across various situations and industries;
use effective interpersonal skills to discuss important industry-specific concepts and to interact in diverse team environments;
communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders through written, oral, and digital means to convey industry-related information;
employ various interactive media to create engaging and cohesive digital content that effectively communicates and enhances brand presence across mutiple platforms;
develop, discuss, and curate an electronic portfolio;
describe the formal elements of design and utilize effective design practices to layout, organize, and communicate information;
use appropriate software to design, create, and edit compositions for various media; and
critique their work and the works of others in constructive and meaningful ways.

Semester 1

CIS 110S Computer Concepts and Applications	3	►Meet with advisor to establish student education plan, two-way communication and academic partnership. ►Advisor and student agree on schedule for Semester 2.
COM 121S Introduction to Communication	3
ENG 121S Composition I	3
GEN 101S First Year Experience	1
IMD 101S Introduction to Interactive Media	1
IMD 131S Introduction to Graphic Design	3
Credit Hours	14

Semester 2

	ART 127S Two-Dimensional Foundations Studio	3
	ART 130S Drawing I	3
	IMD 121S Introduction to Web Development	3
	IMD 133S Typography and Layout	2
	Math Elective¹	3
	Social/Behavioral Science Elective ²	3
	Credit Hours	17
	¹To be chosen from MTH 120S, MTH 122S, or MTH 125S. ²Refer to AAB general education requirements.

Semester 3

ART 124S Art History: The Modern Era	3	►Meet with Career Services. ►Meet with advisor to identify internship opportunities.
ART 165S Digital Photography	3
IMD 225S User Experience Design	3
IMD 231S Photo Editing	3
IMD 241S Introduction to Video Production	3
Credit Hours	15

Semester 4

IMD 215S Social Media Management	3	►Submit graduation application. ►Advisor to review student education plan to ensure graduation readiness. ►Meet with transfer institution advisor, if applicable.
IMD 232S Digital Illustration	3
IMD 233S Electronic Publishing	3
IMD 290S Capstone Project OR	3
IMD 291L Internship Experience AND
IMD 291R Internship Seminar
IMD 292S Portfolio Development	1
Related Elective¹	3
Credit Hours	16
¹To be chosen from ART 131S, CIS 131S, ENG 125S or ENG 229S.

Total Credit Hours | 62

♦ Students who cannot demonstrate basic computer skills must take Introduction to Computers before entering this program.