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Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Advisor Name:_______________________ Catalog: 2022-2023 Catalog & Student Handbook Major: Web Design, Graphics Specialization, AAS

Web Design, Graphics Specialization, AAS

G3 Eligible Program- Qualifying students may have ZERO costs for tuition, fees, and textbooks. 
Learn more at https://brightpoint.edu/training-workforce/g3.

 

PURPOSE: For students who intend to pursue careers in graphic design. Program coursework allows students to learn techniques specific to computer-generated design and imagery, explore all stages of print-based publication, and learn to design and manage web-based platforms. Students are required to prepare portfolios of their work. All career-technical degrees are guided by advisory committees comprised of local business leaders.

CREDENTIALS:  An Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is a major in a career-technical area that takes two years for full-time students to complete.

TRANSFER INFORMATION:  This program is not intended for transfer. Students desiring to transfer should consult their academic advisor and their intended transfer institutions for specific direction in program and course selection. More information can also be found at www.brightpoint.edu/academics/transfer/.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet Brightpoint admission requirements.New students should work with their New Student Navigator to get ready for their first semester. They can also email getstarted@brightpoint.edu for assistance. Continuing students should work with their faculty advisor on academic planning and graduation requirements.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an intermediate level of competency in the following skills:

  1. Apply front-end web design and development skills using industry-accepted software.
  2. Apply design principles to accepted industry standards.
  3. Create a unique typeface demonstrating compositional and creative techniques for innovative design with type.
  4. Produce a body of artwork utilizing graphic design tools, techniques, and software.
  5. Assemble a portfolio of digital works and projects.

Required Courses

Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes
SDV 100 - College Success Skills 1 credit
ENG 111 - College Composition I

Prerequisite(s): Qualifying placement score or test waiver.

 3 credits
ENG 112 - College Composition II

Prerequisite(s): ENG 111 or equivalent with a grade of C or better, or departmental approval.

 3 credits
MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning

Prerequisite(s): Competency or successful course completion of any of the following:
MDE 10 with co-enrollment in MDE 54; OR any four of MTE 1 - 9; OR any two of MTE 1 - 9 with co-enrollment in MDE 54  OR other placement methods.

 3 credits

Art History Elective

Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes

Choose 1: Credits / Units: 3

ART 101 - History of Art: Prehistoric to Gothic 3 credits
ART 102 - History of Art: Renaissance to Modern 3 credits
ART 250 - History of Design 3 credits

Social/Behavioral Science Elective

Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes

Choose 1: Credits / Units: 3

PSY 200 - Principles of Psychology

Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 111.

 3 credits
SOC 200 - Introduction to Sociology 3 credits

Required Major Courses

Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes
ART 121 - Foundations of Drawing 3 credits
ART 131 - Two-Dimensional Design 3 credits
ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 credits
ART 130 - Introduction to Multimedia 4 credits
ART 141 - Typography I 3 credits
ART 217 - Graphic Design I

Prerequisite(s): ART 180 

 3 credits
ART 203 - Animation I 3 credits
ART 208 - Video Techniques 3 credits
ART 116 - Design for the Web I 3 credits
ART 218 - Graphic Design II 3 credits
ART 263 - Interactive Design I

Prerequisite(s): ART 180. 

 3 credits
ART 291 - Computerized Graphic Design I 3 credits

Communication Elective

Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes

Choose 1: Credits / Units: 3

CST 100 - Principles of Public Speaking 3 credits
CST 110 - Introduction to Communication 3 credits
CST 114 - Survey of Mass Media 3 credits
CST 228 - Writing Across Media

Prerequisite(s): CST 100 and ENG 112 or divisional approval.

 3 credits

Approved Electives

Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes

Choose 2: Credits / Units: 6

ART 117 - Design for the Web ll

Prerequisite(s): ART 116  or ITD 110.

 3 credits
ART 204 - Animation II

Prerequisite(s): ART 121, ART 203. 

Pre or Corequisite: ART 207 

 3 credits
ART 264 - Interactive Design II

Prerequisite(s): ART 263. 

 3 credits
CST 114 - Survey of Mass Media 3 credits
CST 228 - Writing Across Media

Prerequisite(s): CST 100 and ENG 112 or divisional approval.

 3 credits
PHT 105 - Basic Photography 3 credits
PHT 164 - Introduction to Digital Photography 3 credits

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 62

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

Students are strongly encouraged to complete their SDV and ENG requirements first.

Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor to determine the best options to meet their intended career goals.

Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their degree progress by accessing advisement reports in the Student Information System (SIS) in the myBrightpoint portal or the Academic Planner in Navigate.

Transfer to Four-Year Colleges and Universities - This program is not intended for transfer. Students desiring to transfer should consult their academic advisors and their intended transfer institution for specific direction in program and course selection. Required courses for any major at four-year institutions may vary.  

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