Course Descriptions

A continuation of ART 106. The course will introduce the student to more challenging techniques and processes, expanding the scope and dimension of previously learned material.Prerequisite: Take ART-106;

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

Students are exposed to the different stages of the process of developing visual communication, from research and development on through to reflection and refinement. The practice of documenting the creative process and honing presentation skills will be emphasized. Students apply and explore design principles as they take on design challenges and experiment with the development of their own style. Priority is placed on understanding typography, color, image manipulation and audience in the development of a successful visual solution to communicate a vision.Prerequisite: Take ART-105 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3-3) Contact Hour(s)

Students will develop new work based on design challenges while reworking and refining previous works. There is a focus on preparing solutions for an audience with an understanding of the language appropriate for professional communication in the graphic design field. Students will then practice visual and verbal presentation techniques. The course culminates in the development of a graphics portfolio for entry into the job market or the next level of education.Prerequisite: Take ART-215 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3-3) Contact Hour(s)

This course offers advanced photographic instruction for those with experience in digital photography. It expands upon the skills related to the capture, editing and printing of digital images. Emphasis will be on artistic expression, conceptual development and style through the use of digital technology.Prerequisite: Take ART-110 OR DIG-110 with minimum Grade of C-

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3-3) Contact Hour(s)

Students are challenged with exploring various mediums to communicate a message visually. Emphasis is on drawing and development of imagery based on references. Students develop solutions based on clients' needs.

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

This course will emphasize the development of students' visual vocabulary and more personal approaches to media, techniques, and thematic content. This course will be offered in the fall semester. Prerequisites: ART 103.Prerequisite: Take ART-103;

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

The course will offer students a comprehensive understanding of design issues related to web site planning and creation. Students will explore methods of multimedia design and production. While developing a basic technical understanding of this technology, students will focus on visual and informational issues.Prerequisite: Take ART-115 and ART-215 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

A survey of the work of women painters, sculptors, architects, designers, photographers, and craftspersons from earliest times to the present. Woman as image in the visual arts will also be examined as it relates to her role in society.Prerequisite: Take ART-100 and ART-101 with Minimum Grade C-

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This studio art course is intended to be an exploration of typography from prehistoric mark making through current international trends in typography. This art course traces the history and impact of typography on culture and will explore the human need to connect and communicate using type. Students will study letter forms, the design of social movements and cultural connections while engaging in projects which will combine historical perspectives of typography, investigation of culture and the impact of type, color and symbolism on visual communication. Students will develop a body of work which celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice. This class is required for students enrolled in the AAS in Graphic Design., Co-requisite: Co-requisite: ART-115.

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (2-2) Contact Hour(s)

The Internship provides a hands-on work experience for the Graphic Design student in a professional work environment. A minimum of 120 work hours will be required. Students will be required to enter into an internship contract, complete an orientation, and submit a portfolio and written report at the conclusion of the work experience.Prerequisite: Take Art-215 with a Minimum Grade of C- and

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)