The Graphic Design program focuses on the basics of good design through the iterative design process: problem definition, analysis, idea exploration, idea development, focus,
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refinement, and production. As the field of Graphic Design covers everything from traditional print design to Web site design to motion graphics, the Cowley College program focuses on a solid grounding in the principles of good design. From this firm foundation, the student can expand to any of the many visual communication careers. Students seeking an Associate of Arts in Graphic Design will most likely have the intent to transfer to a four-year institution.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
(Associate of Arts Degree)
COURSE
NUMBER
COURSE NAME
SEMESTER
1
2
3
4
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Basic Skills (12 hours)
ENG2211 Composition I 3
MTH4420 College Algebra 3
ENG2212 Composition II 3
COM2711 Public Speaking 3
Computer Literacy (3 hours)
CGA2013 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3
Humanities (9 hours)
ART2141 Art History I 3
Humanities Elective* 3
Humanities Elective* 3
Social Sciences (9 hours) 3 Different Departments
Social Science Elective* 3
Social Science Elective* 3
Social Science Elective* 3
Laboratory Sciences (5 hours)
Laboratory Science Elective* 5
Health & Physical Education (1 hour)
Health & Physical Education Elective* 1
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS 39 9
12
12
6
RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES
ART2126 Foundation Drawing I 3
ART2130 Foundation Design I 3
ART2135 Foundation Design II 3
CGA2012 Introduction to Computer Illustration 3
CGA2014 Visual Communication 3
CGA2022 Typography 3
CGA2025 Page Layout Software 3
CGA2030 Introduction to Digital Imaging 3
CGA2037 Graphic Design I 3
CGA2040 Graphic Design II 3
CGA2065 Design Portfolio 3
ART2142 Art History II 3
NCT0100
CAAP (Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency)-Graduation Requirement
0
ELECTIVE HOURS 24 6
6
3
9
TOTAL HOURS 63 15
18
15
15
* See List of Electives that fulfill General Education Requirements
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