Graphic Design Certificate

My Academic Plan

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your certificate and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Graphic Design and enter the workforce. Students explore graphic design software programs, techniques, theories and industry principles. This certificate program prepares students for entry-level career positions in digital and graphics firms. Students work independently, as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.

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First Semester

MGD 1011	Adobe Photoshop I	3
MGD 1012	Adobe Illustrator I	3
MGD 1013	Adobe InDesign	3
MGD 1017	Intro to Visual Communications	3
MGD 1033	Graphic Design I	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Semester Note: Upon completion of MGD 1011, MGD 1012, MGD 1017, MGD 1033, and MGD 1013, you should apply for the Fundamentals in Multimedia Technology Certificate.

Second Semester

MGD 1020	Intro to Production Design	3
MGD 1014	Typography I	3
MGD 2033	Graphic Design II	3
ELECTIVE	MGD 2011/2012/2002 or Any MGD Prefix	3
MGD 2068	Business for Creatives	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Semester Note:  MGD 2068 must be taken in your last two semesters.

Upon completion of MGD 1011, MGD 1012, MGD 1013, MGD 1033, MGD 1017, MGD 1020, MGD 1014, MGD 2033, MGD 2068, and your choice of one elective from Any MGD Prefix, you should apply for the Graphic Design Certificate.

Total Credit Hours: 30

Important Program Notes:

Scheduling may vary per campus locations. You are encouraged to register for courses in accord with your main campus scheduling.

The Graphic Design Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree is valued with higher regard as it requires more education to obtain than a certificate. As such, it is recommended that interested students declare the AAS Degree as the overall goal. Students declaring the AAS Degree will also complete the Fundamentals of Multimedia Certificate as well as a certificate in the chosen focus area by the time of graduation.