Program Summary
Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports.
The Graphic Design program at CCC is designed for the art student who plans to transfer to a four-year institution and major in graphic design. Students completing the program of study is awarded the Associate of Arts degree.
CCC also offers a visual arts degree.
Suggested Program of Study
COURSE NO. | COURSE NAME | CR HR(S) |
SO100 | Student Success Seminar | 1 |
GENERAL EDUCATION COMPONENT | ||
EN176 | English Composition I | 3 |
EN177 | English Composition II | 3 |
Oral Communications - Gen. Ed. | 3 | |
MA178 | College Algebra | 3 |
Science with Lab - Gen. Ed. | 4 | |
Social/ Behavioral Science - Gen. Ed. | 3 | |
Social/ Behavioral Science - Gen. Ed. | 3 | |
AR176 | Art History I | 3 |
Arts/ Humanities - Gen. Ed. | 3 | |
Physical Education - Lifestyle or Skill | 1 | |
AR177 | Additional Arts Degree Courses Art History II Arts/Humanities Gen. Ed. Social/ Behavioral Science Gen. Ed. | 9 |
SUGGESTED ELECTIVES See advisor for appropriate course work selection. | ||
AR102 | Two-Dimensional (2-D) Design | 3 |
AR103 | Drawing I | 3 |
AR125 | Computer Graphics I | 3 |
AR202 | Three-Dimensional (3-D) Design | 3 |
AR203 | Drawing II | 3 |
AR225 | Computer Graphics II | 3 |
Graphic Art Electives | 3 | |
Min. Credit Hours to Graduate: | 62 |