Associate in Arts Degree in Graphic Design
2023-2024 Map
Total Units: 60 - 70
Term 1
16 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| ART 8: Drawing I | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to principles, elements, and practices of drawing, employing a wide range of subject matter and drawing media. Focus on perceptually based drawing, observational skills, technical abilities, and creative responses is placed on materials and subject matter. (C-ID ARTS 110). |
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| RTVF 12: Mass Media and Society | 3.00 | Meets Area B. | |
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Unit(s): 3.00
Survey of mass communication and the interrelationships of media with society including history, structure and trends in a digital age. Discussion of theories and effects, economics, technology, law and ethics, global media, media literacy, and social issues, including gender and cultural diversity. (C-ID JOUR 100). |
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| English Competency: Area D (Select One) | 4.00 | ||
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| Area F Choice: Self Integration (Select One) | 3.00 | ||
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| Elective (any courses numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. Department recommends MSP 96. | |
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Term 2
15.00 - 17.00 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| ART 7: 2-D Foundations | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical references related to two-dimensional art and composition, including the study of the basic principles and elements of line, shape, texture, value, color and spatial illusion. Students develop visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentations, studio projects, problem solving, and written assignments. (C-ID ARTS 100). |
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| ART 31: Graphic Design I | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the general field of graphic design. Students will explore and apply professional skills in design, layout, and production. Areas of study will include advertising design and layouts, corporate identity, publication design, packaging and producing print-ready artwork. |
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| PHO 2: Introduction to Photography | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the processes, principles, and tools of photography.??Topics include the development of technical and aesthetic skills, elements of design and composition, camera technology, materials and equipment, and contemporary trends in photography. |
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| Math Competency (Select One) | 3.00 - 5.00 | Math placement varies; may be satisfied by high school coursework. Meets Area E if satisfied through college coursework. | |
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| Elective (any courses numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | |
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Term 3
15.50 - 18.50 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| Required Core (Select One): Meets Area C | 3.00 | ||
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| Area E Choice (Select One) | 3.00 - 5.00 | Only necessary if Math competency was not satisfied through college coursework. | |
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| Area F Choice: Kinesiology Activity (Select One) | 0.50 - 1.50 | ||
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| Elective (any courses numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | |
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| Elective (any courses numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | |
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| Elective (any courses numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | |
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Term 4
13.50 - 18.50 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| Area A Choice (Select One) | 1.00 - 5.00 | ||
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| Area F Choice: Kinesiology Activity (Select One) | 0.50 - 1.50 | ||
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| Multicultural Breadth competency | 3.00 | Only necessary if not met with Area B, C, or F. | |
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| Elective (any courses numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | |
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| Elective (any courses numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | |
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| Elective (any courses numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | |
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