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 Agreements
- Eastern Michigan University, several BS degrees
Copies can be obtained from WCC's Articulation Agreements website: 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 110 | Interface Design I | 4 |
| GDT 210 | Interface Design II | 4 |
| GDT 220 | Publication Design | 4 |
| CFGDTC Restricted Elective(s) | 3-4 | |
| Total Credits | 27 | |
CFGDTC Restricted Electives (choose one)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 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, or VID course | ||