Associate in Science Degree in Graphic Design for Print
2025-2026 Map
Total Units: 60 - 65
Term 1
15.00 - 18.00 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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| 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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| MSP 1: Multimedia Careers | 3.00 | Meets Graduation Requirement. | |
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course introduces the fundamental concepts and skills needed to pursue a multimedia career, and is taken during the first semester of enrollment in the program. The course develops a strong foundation for more specialized course work in Graphic Design for Print and Digital Media, Digital Video and Audio, Digital Photography, Two-and Three-Dimensional Modeling and Animation, and Multimedia Authoring. |
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| Area 1A Choice (See GE Guide) | 3.00 - 4.00 | ||
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| Area 2 Choice (See GE Guide) | 3.00 - 5.00 | ||
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Term 2
15 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This course is an introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical references related to two-dimensional art and composition, including the study of the basic principles and elements of line, shape, texture, value, color and spatial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 34: Graphic Design II | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This is an intermediate course in graphic design. Students will apply design principles and tools of graphic design learned in ART 31 and ART 32. Concentration is on increasing skill levels for developing advanced design techniques for print and online. |
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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, black and white film, darkroom skills, and contemporary trends in photography. |
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| RTVF 12: Mass Media and Society | 3.00 | Meets Area 4. | |
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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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| Area 1B/C Choice (See GE Guide) | 3.00 | ||
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Term 3
15 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| ART 32: Creative Typography | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the technical and aesthetic fundamentals of typography and their relationship to the design of effective visual communications. It also includes the study of the letterform, typefaces, copy fitting, software and specification emphasis on creative application. |
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| ART 35: Illustration Art I | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the study and practice of illustration art. Students will investigate both contemporary and historical illustration art. Various media and techniques used in illustration art will be explored. Students will gain an understanding of how illustration is used in client projects, and how to market their skills to clients in the print and online design industries. |
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| BUS 60: Advertising and Promotion | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course introduces students to the function of promotion in relation to business and society. It looks at promotion as a social and economic institution. Emphasis is placed on integrating marketing communications across multiple platforms including social media and other online spaces to achieve the organizations objective. |
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| MSP 96: Introduction to Computer Graphics | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the skills, techniques and tools to produce computer generated graphics. Areas of study will include: the basics of computer drawing and design, adding text to graphics, converting and exporting graphics into multiple formats for print and online, and modification and transformation techniques. |
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| Select one: Meets Area 3A | 3.00 | ||
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Term 4
15.00 - 17.00 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| ART 36: Illustration Art II | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This is an intermediate course in illustration that focuses on the application of traditional and digital techniques. Students design and produce real-world client projects. Students are also introduced to the business of illustration and career paths for illustrators. |
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| ART 70: Gallery Production/Business of Art | 2.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 2.00
This course will deal with the various aspects of operating an educationally directed art gallery including scheduling, lighting, publicity, security, budget, receptions, show themes and reviews. The Butte College Coyote Gallery will function as the class laboratory, and approximately two to three shows will be organized and installed each semester. (Annual student show in Spring semester). In addition, students will learn the business of art in order to be able to successfully compete in the professional market place. |
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| MSP 5: Introduction to Interactive Web Design and Authoring | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to developing interactive content for the World Wide Web. Students will survey online content to gain an understanding of effective Web design principles. Students will learn how to produce interactive content using a variety of programs to create and process text, sound, graphics and video. As a final project, students will design and produce an interactive Website. |
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| Area 5 Choice (See GE Guide) | 3.00 - 5.00 | ||
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| Area 6 Choice (See GE Guide) | 3.00 | ||
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| Elective (any course numbered 1-99 or C1000-C1999) | 1.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a Cal-GETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see options. | |
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