Program Intro
The Graphic Arts & Imagining Technology–A30180 curriculum is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the printing, publishing, packaging, and related industries. Students will receive hands-on training in computer publishing, imaging technology, offset lithography, screen printing, and emerging printing technologies. Training may also include flexography, graphic design, and multimedia. Graduates should qualify for career opportunities within the printing and publishing industries.
Curriculum Preview
Sample Courses
- ACA 122 – College Transfer Success
Provides information and strategies necessary to develop clear academic and professional goals beyond the community college experience. - GRD 141 – Graphic Design I
Introduces the conceptualization process used in visual problem-solving. Emphasis is placed on learning the principles of design and on the manipulation and organization of elements.
Sample Courses
- GRA 255 – Image Manipulation I
This course covers applications associated with electronic image manipulation, including color correction, color separation, special effects, and image conversion. - GRD 142 – Graphic Design II
This course covers the application of visual elements and design principles in advertising and graphic design.
Sample Courses
- Art 111 – Art Appreciation
Introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. - PRN 155 – Screen Printing I
Covers screen printing techniques and materials. Topics include methods, materials, design, and image and stencil preparation techniques.
Sample Courses
- GRA 222 – Graphic Arts III
This course is a continuation of GRA 221. Topics include advanced electronic pre-press, press operation, and post-press procedures. - GRD 271 – Multimedia Design and Video I
Introduces the fundamentals of multimedia design and video production.
Sample Courses
- GRD 265 – Digital Print Production
This course covers preparation of digital files for output and reproduction. - GRD 280 – Portfolio Design
Covers the organization and presentation of a design/advertising or graphic art portfolio and appropriate related materials.
Paying for College
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