Introduction to Graphic Design, Certificate of Achievement (C)
Program Overview
Introduction to Graphic Design, Certificate of Achievement (C)
Overview
The Graphic Design & Photography Department offers a Certificate of Completion in Graphic Design. The Certificate of Completion provides students with a solid foundation to understanding of the design process from concept to printed piece. Students gain knowledge of both the creative process and industry-standard computer tools and software used in Graphic Design.
Requirements
Complete all Department Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better. Candidates for a Certificate of Achievement are required to complete at least 20% of the department requirements through SBCC.
Department Requirements
- GDP 110: Media Design (3 units)
- GDP 111: Introduction to Graphic Design (3 units)
- GDP 113: Typography (3 units)
- GDP 114: Intermediate Graphic Design (3 units)
- GDP 116: History of Graphic Design (3 units)
- GDP 118: Creative Thinking (3 units)
- Total Units: 18.00
Strongly Recommended
- ART 120: Fundamentals Of Drawing (3 units)
- PHOT 109: Introduction to Photography (3 units)
Learning Outcomes
- Apply design principles to both print and screen layouts.
- Demonstrate proficiency using industry-standard software to produce graphic design layouts that are print-ready digital files.
- Define professional terminology for the graphic design and print industry.
- Demonstrate a sense of aesthetics for design and typography in the visual communication field.
- Identify and apply their creative abilities to communicate ideas with confidence.
- Demonstrate effective evaluation techniques, such as critiquing, to test and revise ideas and designs.
- Develop professional quality design concepts and layouts.
Recommended Sequence
Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Department Requirements:
- GDP 110: Media Design (3 units)
- GDP 111: Introduction to Graphic Design (3 units)
- GDP 113: Typography (3 units)
- GDP 114: Intermediate Graphic Design (3 units)
- GDP 116: History of Graphic Design (3 units)
- GDP 118: Creative Thinking (3 units)
- Strongly Recommended: