Visual Arts, Graphic Design Specialization, AAA

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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 and explore all stages of publication, from creative inception to pre-press. Students are required to prepare portfolios of their work.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet JTCC admission requirements. Students may need to complete placement tests in English and mathematics. Visit www.jtcc.edu/placement for all course placement options. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, JTCC offers developmental and prerequisite courses to prepare students for the curriculum. New students should visit the Advising Center and returning students their faculty advisor for more information.

Text in italics and parentheses indicates approved course substitutions.

Required Courses

(See special notes about limited course offerings)

General Education Courses

SDV 101 - Orientation to Discipline 1 credit (SDV 100 )
ENG 111 - College Composition I 3 credits
ENG 112 - College Composition II 3 credits

Mathematics or Science Elective (choose 1): 3-4 Credits

^{See Note 2}

BIO 101 - General Biology I 4 credits
CHI 101 - Beginning Chinese I 5 credits
ENV 121 - General Environmental Science I 4 credits
MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning 3 credits
PHY 101 - Introduction to Physics I 4 credits

Social/Behavioral Science Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

^{See Note 2}

HIS 101 - History of Western Civilization I 3 credits
HIS 102 - History of Western Civilization II 3 credits
HIS 111 - History of World Civilization I 3 credits
HIS 112 - History of World Civilization II 3 credits
HIS 121 - United States History I 3 credits
HIS 122 - United States History II 3 credits
PSY 200 - Principles of Psychology 3 credits
SOC 200 - Principles of Sociology 3 credits

Major Courses

ART 101 - History and Appreciation of Art I 3 credits
ART 102 - History and Appreciation of Art II 3 credits
ART 121 - Drawing I 3 credits
ART 122 - Drawing II 3 credits
ART 131 - Fundamentals of Design I 3 credits
ART 132 - Fundamentals of Design II 3 credits
ART 130 - Introduction to Multimedia 4 credits
ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 credits
ART 141 - Typography I 3 credits (Offered Fall only)
ART 217 - Graphic Design I 4 credits (Offered Spring only)
ART 218 - Graphic Design II 4 credits
ART 291 - Computerized Graphic Design I 4 credits (Offered Spring only) ³

Art Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

ART 250 - History of Design 3 credits
ART 203 - Animation I 4 credits
ART 208 - Video Techniques 3 credits
PHT 135 - Electronic Darkroom 3 credits
PHT 164 - Introduction to Digital Photography 3 credits

Communication Studies and Theatre Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

CST 100 - Principles of Public Speaking 3 credits
CST 110 - Introduction to Communication 3 credits
CST 114 - Survey of Mass Media 3 credits
CST 221 - Public Relations 3 credits
CST 295 - Writing Across Media 3 credits

Photography or Film Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

ART 204 - Animation II 4 credits
ART 208 - Video Techniques 3 credits
PHT 105 - Basic Photography 3 credits
PHT 110 - History of Photography 3 credits
PHT 135 - Electronic Darkroom 3 credits
PHT 164 - Introduction to Digital Photography 3 credits
PHT 264 - Digital Photography II 3 credits

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 62-63

NOTES:

¹Students are strongly encouraged to complete their SDV and ENG requirements first.

²Students should meet with their academic advisor to determine the best option to meet their goals.

³Student must develop a portfolio during their last semester of study.

⁴Students should regularly meet with their academic advisor and check their advisement report in MyTyler – SIS.

⁵Transfer 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.