Program Overview

Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Graphic Design

The Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Graphic Design is a comprehensive program that provides students with a solid foundation in graphic design principles, visual culture, and digital media.

Program Overview

The program requires 60 semester credit hours for graduation and is designed to be completed in four semesters.

Course Sequence

The following is a sample course sequence for the AAS in Graphic Design program:

First Semester

• ID: GRD1100
  • Course Name: Graphic Design Principles
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD1170
  • Course Name: Drawing
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD1101
  • Course Name: Photoshop & Digital Graphics
  • Credits: 3
• ID: ENG1105
  • Course Name: Writing and Research
  • Credits: 3
• ID: SOC1123
  • Course Name: First Year Experience
  • Credits: 3

Second Semester

• ID: GRD1105
  • Course Name: Painting
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD1102
  • Course Name: Illustrator & Digital Graphics
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD1190
  • Course Name: Typography I
  • Credits: 3
• ID: MAT2211
  • Course Name: College Algebra
  • Credits: 3
• ID: ENG2205
  • Course Name: Writing Through Literature
  • Credits: 3

Third Semester

• ID: GRD2240
  • Course Name: Digital Publishing
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD2210
  • Course Name: Graphic Design in Visual Culture
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD2290
  • Course Name: Typography II
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD2205
  • Course Name: Three-Dimensional Design
  • Credits: 3
• ID: SOC2231
  • Course Name: Human Relations
  • Credits: 3

Fourth Semester

• ID: GRD2230
  • Course Name: Digital Photography & Creative Media
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD2233
  • Course Name: Web Design
  • Credits: 3
• ID: GRD2220
  • Course Name: 3D Design & Modeling
  • Credits: 3
• ID: HUM2225
  • Course Name: Introduction to Ethics
  • Credits: 3
• ID: Mathematics/Science Elective
  • Credits: 3

Graduation Requirements

To graduate, students must complete 60 semester credit hours.