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Program facts 
Start your career in graphic arts technology with this associate degree program. The program offers specializations in Graphic Design, Package Design, Print Graphics and Web Design.
Take classes covering the full range of graphic arts technology from graphic design, digital illustration and photography to press operations, color management and web development.
You鈥檒l work closely with knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their fields. Also, you鈥檒l enhance your skills working in one of 91制片厂鈥檚 three state-of-the-art graphic arts labs, which are equipped with Mac computers and the latest creative software. On-site printing presses give you hands-on experience in all areas of graphic arts production. When you graduate, you鈥檒l be ready to begin a career in the visual communication industry or transfer to a four-year degree program.
This 61 credit-hour program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of employment opportunities in the graphic arts industry. This degree provides a well-rounded foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for new jobs as well as provide career advancement opportunities. The curriculum includes current application instruction with a focus on creative design techniques. Emphasis is on graphic and web design, including a complete understanding of print production. All students in the program complete a required sequence of classes and then select this graphic design specialty to be employable in this visual communication industry or transfer to a 4 year program.
This sequenced degree plan is one of three options that students may pursue to earn the Graphic Arts Design and Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
This 61 credit-hour program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of employment opportunities in the graphic arts industry. This degree provides a well-rounded foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for new jobs as well as provide career advancement opportunities. The curriculum includes current application instruction with a focus on creative design techniques. Emphasis is on graphic and web design, including a complete understanding of print production. All students in the program complete a required sequence of classes and then select this graphic design specialty to be employable in this visual communication industry or transfer to a 4 year program.
This sequenced degree plan is one of three options that students may pursue to earn the Graphic Arts Design and Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ENG 101 | 3 | |
| GRA 101 | 3 | |
| GRA 102 | 3 | |
| GRA 103 | 3 | |
| Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ENG 102 | 3 | |
| SPE 101 | ||
| GRA 105 | 3 | |
| GRA 111 | 3 | |
| GRA 112 | 3 | |
| GRA 120 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| ART 121 | 3 | |
| GRA 113 | 3 | |
| GRA 130 | 2 | |
| GRA 145 | 3 | |
| GRA 222 | ||
| GRA 220 | 3 | |
| Hours | 14 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| ART 133 | + | 3 |
| GRA 131 | 3 | |
| GRA 221 | 2 | |
| GRA 229 | 3 | |
| GRA 250 | 3 | |
| GRA elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Total Hours | 61 | |
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. See听Math Competency options听for information. Students who use Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour AAS General Education elective. See full list of听.
This course meets the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GRA 145 | 3 | |
| GRA 211 | 3 | |
| GRA 213 | 3 | |
| GRA 214 | 3 | |
| GRA 222 | 3 | |
| GRA 230 | 3 | |
| GRA 231 | 3 | |
| GRA 232 | 3 | |
| GRA 233 | 3 | |
| GRA 235 | 3 | |
| GRA 250 | 3 | |
| GRA 299 | 3 |
Students who successfully complete this degree will be able to:
This 61 credit-hour program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of employment opportunities in the graphic arts industry. This degree provides a well-rounded foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for new jobs as well as provide career advancement opportunities. The curriculum includes current and proprietary application instruction with a focus on creative package design techniques. Emphasis is on the packaging industry, including a complete understanding of print production for a variety of products. All students in the program complete a required sequence of classes and then select this package design specialty to be employable in this visual communication industry or transfer to a 4 year program.
This sequenced degree plan is one of three options that students may pursue to earn the Graphic Arts Design and Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
This 61 credit-hour program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of employment opportunities in the graphic arts industry. This degree provides a well-rounded foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for new jobs as well as provide career advancement opportunities. The curriculum includes current and proprietary application instruction with a focus on creative package design techniques. Emphasis is on the packaging industry, including a complete understanding of print production for a variety of products. All students in the program complete a required sequence of classes and then select this package design specialty to be employable in this visual communication industry or transfer to a 4 year program.
This sequenced degree plan is one of three options that students may pursue to earn the Graphic Arts Design and Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ENG 101 | 3 | |
| GRA 101 | 3 | |
| GRA 102 | 3 | |
| GRA 103 | 3 | |
| Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ENG 102 | 3 | |
| SPE 101 | ||
| GRA 105 | 3 | |
| GRA 111 | 3 | |
| GRA 112 | 3 | |
| GRA 120 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| ART 121 | 3 | |
| GRA 130 | 2 | |
| GRA 220 | 3 | |
| GRA 222 | 3 | |
| GRA 229 | 3 | |
| GRA 233 | 3 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| ART 133 | + | 3 |
| GRA 213 | 3 | |
| GRA 214 | 3 | |
| GRA 221 | 2 | |
| GRA 250 | 3 | |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Total Hours | 61 | |
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. See听Math Competency options听for information. Students who use Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour AAS General Education elective. See full list of听.
This course meets the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement.
Students who successfully complete this degree will be able to:
This 62 credit-hour program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of employment opportunities in the graphic arts industry. This degree provides a well-rounded foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for new jobs as well as provide career advancement opportunities. The curriculum includes current application instruction with a focus on print production and prepress techniques. Emphasis is on print projects, including a complete understanding of planning through print and finishing. All students in the program complete a required sequence of classes and then select this print production specialty to be employable in this visual communication industry or transfer to a 4 year program.
This sequenced degree plan is one of three options that students may pursue to earn the Graphic Arts Design and Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
This 62 credit-hour program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of employment opportunities in the graphic arts industry. This degree provides a well-rounded foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for new jobs as well as provide career advancement opportunities. The curriculum includes current application instruction with a focus on print production and prepress techniques. Emphasis is on print projects, including a complete understanding of planning through print and finishing. All students in the program complete a required sequence of classes and then select this print production specialty to be employable in this visual communication industry or transfer to a 4 year program.
This sequenced degree plan is one of three options that students may pursue to earn the Graphic Arts Design and Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ENG 101 | 3 | |
| GRA 101 | 3 | |
| GRA 102 | 3 | |
| GRA 103 | 3 | |
| Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ENG 102 | 3 | |
| SPE 101 | ||
| GRA 105 | 3 | |
| GRA 111 | 3 | |
| GRA 112 | 3 | |
| GRA 120 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| GRA 145 | 3 | |
| GRA 222 | 3 | |
| GRA 229 | 3 | |
| GRA 233 | 3 | |
| + | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| GRA 130 | 2 | |
| GRA 213 | 3 | |
| GRA 230 | 3 | |
| GRA 250 | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | 3 | |
| + | 3 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Total Hours | 62 | |
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. See听Math Competency options听for information. Students who use Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour AAS General Education elective. See full list of听.
At least one of the AAS General Education electives must meet the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement. See full list of . See full list of World Cultures and Diversity courses. ART听121 is recommended.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ART 121 | 3 | |
| GRA 113 | 3 | |
| GRA 211 | 3 | |
| GRA 214 | 3 | |
| GRA 222 | 3 | |
| GRA 231 | 3 | |
| GRA 232 | 3 | |
| GRA 235 | 3 | |
| GRA 299 | 3 |
Students who successfully complete this degree will be able to:
Students interested in graphic arts technology may also be interested in:
For more information about the Graphic Arts Design and Technology degree program, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also .