Graphic Design (Certificate)
Program Code: CFGDTC
Credential: Certificate
High Demand Occupation, High Skill Occupation, High Wage Occupation
This program provides students with entry-level skills in graphic design and allows students to upgrade or expand their present skills. It also is a path for upgrading or expanding skills in one's present employment. Students will focus on typography and the foundations of visual communication design for both print and on-screen media, and build skills in the most widely used graphic design software applications. This program provides credits towards the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Graphic Design.
Articulation
Eastern Michigan University, several BS degrees
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: http://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php.
Program Admission Requirements
Good computer skills and aptitude are required to enroll in GDT computer-based courses.
GDT courses are taught using Macintosh computers.
Minimum Credits Required for the Program: 27
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major/Area Requirements | ||
| GDT 100 | Typography I | 4 |
| GDT 104 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 4 |
| GDT 112 | Principles and Problem-Solving in Graphic Design | 4 |
| GDT 220 | Publication Design | 4 |
| WEB 115 | Interface Design I | 4 |
| WEB 215 | Interface Design II | 4 |
| Select one of the following Restricted Electives: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Studio Art | ||
| Color | ||
| Basic Drawing I | ||
| Basic Design I | ||
| Painting I | ||
| Portrait Painting and Life Drawing | ||
| Basic Drawing II | ||
| Painting II | ||
| Life Drawing I | ||
| Life Drawing II | ||
| Illustrator Graphics | ||
| Photoshop Graphics | ||
| Imaging and Illustration | ||
Any 100 level or higher ANI, PHO, VID or WEB course | ||
| Total Credits | 27 | |