Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration is a comprehensive program that combines visual and digital arts to prepare students for careers in the applied arts. This program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the industry.

Program Description

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration is a 180-credit program that includes academic, theory, and foundational courses. In the third year of study, students will complete academic, theory, and foundational courses, while in the fourth year, they will refine and direct their portfolios towards future jobs and complete advanced courses in both the visual and digital arts.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration program will be able to:

• Synthesize traditional and digital arts
• Demonstrate technical proficiency and creative skills related to graphic design and illustration fields
• Manage files and content in a manner suitable for industry
• Create visual narratives and designs based on customer demands
• Explore industry trends and cross-platform opportunities
• Develop multiple formats for 2D and 3D applications of designs and illustrations
• Present ideas, pitches, and portfolios to industry and peers
• Evaluate marketing, promotion, and business strategies and professional ethics
• Curate a portfolio to industry standard
• Lead in the global workplace
• Evaluate how art and design can work sustainably and with resource stewardship
• Craft messages that are accessible and supportive of a diverse and inclusive community
• Validate the care and nuance required when visual communication is broadcast globally
• Demonstrate communication, critical thinking, cultural humility, information literacy, and teamwork skills
• Meet humanities, natural science, quantitative reasoning, social science, and written communication distribution area outcomes

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration program, students must:

• Have an earned associate degree or equivalent (90 credits) in an appropriate concentration from an accredited institution
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA across all college coursework of 2.0
• Complete the prerequisite requirements listed below
• Submit an illustration portfolio that includes 5 portfolio artworks
• Provide an image list with title, media, size, and date created for all 5 artworks

Prerequisites

The prerequisites for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration program include:

• Completion of all General Education prerequisite courses listed below with a minimum 2.0 GPA in each course
• 5 credits of college-level Math (with intermediate algebra as a prerequisite) or higher
• 5 credits of college-level English (ENGL& 101 or equivalent)
• 5 credits of college-level Humanities
• 5 credits of college-level Social Science
• 5 credits of college-level Natural Science w/ lab course

General Education Requirements

The General Education requirements for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration program include:

• 5 credits of college-level Math (with intermediate algebra as a prerequisite) or higher
• 5 credits of college-level English (ENGL& 101 or equivalent)
• 5 credits of college-level Humanities
• 5 credits of college-level Social Science
• 5 credits of college-level Natural Science w/ lab course
• CMST 302 Mass Communication (5 credits)
• PSYC 441 Psychology of Creativity (5 credits) (or any Social Science course)
• ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (5 credits) (or ENGL& 102 English Composition II)
• ENVS& 101 Introduction to Environmental Science (5 credits) (or any Lab Science course)
• MATH 335 Computational Design (5 credits)
• ART 430 Undoing Erasure in Art History (5 credits)

Core Courses

The core courses for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration program include:

• ART 301 Drawing Expression (5 credits)
• ART 302 Illustration (5 credits)
• ART 305 Figural Form-making and Hand Drawn Technique (5 credits)
• ART 312 Scientific Illustration (5 credits)
• ART 313 Multicultural History of the Illustrated Image (5 credits)
• ART 324 Printmaking for Designers (5 credits)
• ART 383 Digital Design Fabrication and Prototyping (5 credits)
• ART 400 Exhibition Planning and Marketing (5 credits)
• ART 401 Senior Studio I (5 credits)
• ART 402 Senior Studio II (5 credits)
• ART 410 Thesis Exhibition and Portfolio (5 credits)

Elective

Students can select any 4 or 5 credit ART, DSGN, or GAME course approved by their advisor/program chair that will help prepare the student’s portfolio for their senior year. Suggested courses include:

• ART 104 Color for Creatives (5 credits)
• ART 140 Photography Appreciation (5 credits)
• ART 257 Advanced Painting for Art Majors (5 credits)
• GAME 124 Introduction to 3D with Maya (4 credits)

Courses from Prior College Coursework

Credits required from prior associate’s degree or college coursework to reach 180 total credits include:

• Any 100-level or above courses not already taken within the BAS Applied Art - Illustration requirements
• General education pre-requisites do not count towards these credits

Recommended Course Sequence

The recommended course sequence for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration program is:

• Quarter One:
  • ART 301 Drawing Expression (5 credits)
  • CMST 302 Mass Communication (5 credits)
  • PSYC 441 Psychology of Creativity (5 credits) (or any Social Science course)
• Quarter Two:
  • ART 313 Multicultural History of the Illustrated Image (5 credits)
  • ART 302 Illustration (5 credits)
  • ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (5 credits) (or ENGL& 102 English Composition II)
• Quarter Three:
  • ENVS& 101 Introduction to Environmental Science (5 credits) (or any Lab Science course)
  • ART 305 Figural Form-making and Hand Drawn Technique (5 credits)
  • ART 324 Printmaking for Designers (5 credits)
• Quarter Four:
  • ART 312 Scientific Illustration (5 credits)
  • ART 400 Exhibition Planning and Marketing (5 credits)
  • Elective (4-5 credits)
• Quarter Five:
  • ART 401 Senior Studio I (5 credits)
  • ART 383 Digital Design Fabrication and Prototyping (5 credits)
  • MATH 335 Computational Design (5 credits)
• Quarter Six:
  • ART 402 Senior Studio II (5 credits)
  • ART 410 Thesis Exhibition and Portfolio (5 credits)
  • ART 430 Undoing Erasure in Art History (5 credits)

Diversity and Social Justice Requirement

Within the degree requirements, students must complete a 3-5 credit course that meets the college’s Diversity and Social Justice (DSJ) requirement. DSJ courses are designated in the college schedule and are designed to meet other general education or technical requirements simultaneous to meeting the DSJ requirement.

Total Program Credits

The total program credits for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Art - Illustration program is 180 credits, which includes the 90 credits listed above and a minimum of 90 credits completed at the associate degree level.