Graphic Design Certificate

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Program Requirements:

ARTS 131 - Two Dimensional Design 3 Credits.
ARTS 132 - Drawing I 3 Credits.
ARTS 133 - Color Theory 3 Credits.
CGVC 128 - Typography 3 Credits.
CGVC 120 - Digital Imaging I 3 Credits.
CGVC 121 - Computer Illustration I 3 Credits.
CGVC 123 - Design and Layout I 3 Credits.
CGVC 202 - Design and Layout II 3 Credits.
CGVC 246 - Graphic Design for Communication 3 Credits.
CGVC 254 - Portfolio Workshop 3 Credits.

Total Number of Credits Required for Certificate: 30*

*A new college orientation requirement, completion of the one-credit ACDV 101 course, Transitioning to College, went into effect spring 2010. If you are a credit student who is new to college (meaning you have not successfully completed college coursework at another institution(s)), you are required to take ACDV 101 during your first semester at CCBC, thereby increasing the number of credits required for the certificate to 31 credits. Students are required to provide an official transcript(s) to document successful completion of college coursework at another institution(s) in order for this requirement to be waived.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to:

develop computer-generated images for both graphic and publication design applications;
operate computer systems and workstations designed to generate electronic publication design;
plan a publication cycle from start to finish, incorporating all elements necessary to produce complete communication pieces;
understand and work with industry-standard software programs related to file management, electronic layout and design, and image editing/creation;
find solutions to communication problems through concept development and design application; and
plan and develop documents such as newsletters, marketing materials, training guides, catalogues, case studies, service procedures, assembly instructions, organization charts, financial data, reports, visual aids, contracts, and more.

Program Description:

The Computer Graphics and Visual Communication 30-credit Certificate programs are suggested for individuals who want to retool quickly for a new career in computer graphics as well as for students who already have a graduate/undergraduate degree in another field.

The election to complete either the 15- or 30-credit certificate or the A.A.S. degree option can be changed at any time once a student is enrolled in the program.

See the coordinator for advisement and schedule planning.

Gainful Employment Disclosure:

http://www.ccbcmd.edu/media/gainfulemployment/ge_cgvcgraphcert.pdf

Semester Sequence

Graphic Design Certificate Semester Sequence