Graphic Arts Technology Degree
Option A: Graphic Design
Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science - 67 credits
Program contact: Division of Arts and Social Sciences, (815) 921-3317
Program overview
In the Graphic Design Program, you will study the concepts of drawing and design, typography, color theory, print processes, digital photography, illustration, page layout, marketing and advertising. In addition, you will learn to work within budget and time constraints, prepare electronic files for printing, choose appropriate printing and paper supplies, interpret and evaluate criticism of design and present a creative rationale to a client
Work and employment
The Graphic Design Program prepares students for entry-level positions such as graphic designer, graphic artist or production artist. Students should also consult with an Academic Advisor, the Dean, or Academic Chair of the GAT program.
Graphic Arts Technology Core Requirements (28 credits)
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| GAT-101 | Introduction to Graphic Arts Technology | |
| GAT-110 | Introduction to Photoshop | |
| GAT-115 | Introduction to Illustrator | |
| GAT-178 | Fundamentals of Desktop Publishing | |
| GAT-190 | Image Generation and Output | |
| GAT-215 | Advanced Illustrator | |
| GAT-220 | Adv Photoshop for Graphic Arts Industry | |
| GAT-241 | Intermediate Desktop Publishing | |
| GAT-242 | Advanced Desktop Publishing | |
| GAT-255 | Color System Management | |
| ART-104 | Color Theory |
General Education Course Requirements: (16 credits)
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-101 | Composition I | |
| MTH-115 | General Education Mathematics | |
| MTH-120 | College Algebra | |
| ENG-103 | Composition II | |
| SPH-131 | Fundamentals of Communication | |
| BIO-106 | Environmental Biology | |
| BIO-107 | Environmental Biology Laboratory | |
| PSY-170 | General Psychology | |
| SOC-190 | Introduction to Sociology |
Option A: Graphic Arts Technology Emphasis #8225 (23 credits)
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| ART-101 | Drawing & Composition I | |
| ART-102 | Drawing & Composition II | |
| ART-103 | Design I | |
| BUS-101 | Introduction to Business | |
| GAT-150 | Typography | |
| GAT-168 | Graphic Arts Technology Internship | |
| MKT-260 | Principles of Marketing | |
| WEB-225 | Digital Photography |
Option B: Cross Media Production
Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science - 67 credits
Program contact: Division of Arts and Social Sciences, (815) 921-3317
Program overview
The current trend in printing and publishing companies across the nation is to integrate the use of the one-dimensional medium of print with other multi-dimensional forms of communication. The Cross Media Production course of study involves not only developing graphics and publishing pieces, but also web and television design.
Work and employment
The Cross Media Production Program of study prepares students for entry level jobs creating print, marketing, web, and special effects images for printing, marketing and film companies. Students should also consult with anAcademic Advisor, the Dean, or Academic Chair of the GAT program.
Cross Media Production Core Requirements (28 credits)
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| GAT-101 | Introduction to Graphic Arts Technology | |
| GAT-110 | Introduction to Photoshop | |
| GAT-115 | Introduction to Illustrator | |
| GAT-178 | Fundamentals of Desktop Publishing | |
| GAT-190 | Image Generation and Output | |
| GAT-215 | Advanced Illustrator | |
| GAT-220 | Adv Photoshop for Graphic Arts Industry | |
| GAT-241 | Intermediate Desktop Publishing | |
| GAT-242 | Advanced Desktop Publishing | |
| GAT-255 | Color System Management |
General Education Course Requirements: (16 credits)
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-101 | Composition I | |
| MTH-115 | General Education Mathematics | |
| MTH-120 | College Algebra | |
| ENG-103 | Composition II | |
| SPH-131 | Fundamentals of Communication | |
| BIO-106 | Environmental Biology | |
| BIO-107 | Environmental Biology Laboratory | |
| PSY-170 | General Psychology | |
| SOC-190 | Introduction to Sociology |
Option B: Cross Media Production Emphasis #8250 (23 credits)
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| COM-156 | Audio Production I | |
| COM-157 | Video Production I | |
| WEB-101 | Programming Related to the Internet | |
| WEB-102 | Adv Programming Related to the Internet | |
| WEB-225 | Digital Photography | |
| BUS-101 | Introduction to Business | |
| MKT-260 | Principles of Marketing |