Graphic Design

REQUIREMENTS for Degree / Certificate

Students in this degree program develop entry level skills in design aesthetics, typography, illustration, digital imaging, page layout, web design and professional business practices.

The course work provides training with state of the art computer hardware and software used in the graphic design profession.

Students develop a professional portfolio for job interviews.

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The following Cuyamaca and Grossmont College courses are considered similar enough to be treated as equivalent. Modification of Major forms are not required.

	Cuyamaca Course			Grossmont Course
	GD 222	=		CSIS 137

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Review the Cuyamaca catalog class descriptions and the Degrees/Certificates PDFs for additional details.

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This program is designed for a TWO-YEAR degree or certificate.

Students interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree should refer to the
“Art–Graphic Design (Transfer)” degree in the printed catalog.

Students should also consult the catalog of the transfer institution for specific requirements.

Course	Name	Units
ART-124	Drawing I	3
CIS 212	Introduction to Web Development	3
GD 105	Fundamentals Of Digital Media	3
GD 110	Graphic Design Principles	3
GD-125	Typography	3
GD-126	Photoshop Digital Imaging	3
GD-129	Page Layout	3
GD-130	Professional Business Practices	3
GD-225	Digital Illustration	3

 

Select THREE of the following:

Course	Name	Units
ART 230	Figure Drawing I	3
GD-210	Professional Digital Photography I	3
GD-211	Professional Digital Photography II	3
GD-217	Web Graphics	3
GD-222	Flash Web Animation	3
GD-223	Advanced Flash Web Animation	3
GD-230	Graphic Design Work Experience	1-4

Students who complete the courses required for the major qualify for a Certificate of Achievement in Graphic Design.

These certificates offer specific training either for entry-level positions or to augment related programs such as Web Development or Graphic Design. They are designed to demonstrate a relatively narrow expertise or skill area that may be used to attain a graphic design “niche” job.

Students who complete the requirements below qualify for a certificate in that area of emphasis. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline as stated in the Academic Calendar.

I. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Certificate Outcomes

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

• Create photographic images applying the principles of design.
• Evaluate the aesthetic qualities and criticize works of photography.
• Demonstrate the use of digital cameras and scanners.

Course	Name	Units
GD 110	Graphic Design Principles	3
GD-126	Photoshop Digital Imaging	3
GD-130	Professional Business Practices	3
GD-210	Professional Digital Photography I	3
GD-211	Professional Digital Photography II	3

 

II. WEB GRAPHICS

Certificate Outcomes

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

• Create graphic images in the proper formats for use on the web.
• Develop web pages using proper typographic treatment and navigational devices.

Course	Name	Units
CIS 212	Introduction to Web Development	3
GD 110	Graphic Design Principles	3
GD-210	Professional Digital Photography I	3
GD-217	Web Graphics	3
GD-222	Flash Web Animation	3

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General Education Requirements

To earn your AA or AS degree, or to move on to higher education, you must also complete the General Education Requirements.  Because there are occasional updates, check with a counselor for the most current information.