Graphic Design Certificate

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a 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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My Academic Plan: Full-Time

Courses are displayed in a full-time sequence showing the fastest path to your certificate. Follow the pathway below to complete your certificate in 2 semesters (1 year). For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.

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
MGD Course	Any MGD Course. Prefer: Adobe Photoshop II (MGD 2011), Adobe Illustrator II (MGD 2012), or Point of Purchase Package Design (MGD 2002)	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.

My Academic Plan: Part-Time

Courses are displayed in a part-time sequence providing flexibility for the working professional. Follow the pathway below to complete your certificate within 4 semesters (2 years). This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.

Fall Semester 1

MGD 1011	Adobe Photoshop I	3
MGD 1012	Adobe Illustrator I	3
MGD 1017	Intro to Visual Communications	3
Total Credit Hours:		9

Spring Semester 2

MGD 1013	Adobe InDesign	3
MGD 1033	Graphic Design I	3
Total Credit Hours:		6

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.

Fall Semester 3

MGD 1020	Intro to Production Design	3
MGD 1014	Typography I	3
MGD Course	Any MGD Course. Prefer: Adobe Photoshop II (MGD 2011), Adobe Illustrator II (MGD 2012), or Point of Purchase Package Design (MGD 2002)	3
Total Credit Hours:		9

Spring Semester 4

MGD 2033	Graphic Design II	3
MGD 2068	Business for Creatives	3
Total Credit Hours:		6

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

Prior Learning eligible course

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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 in Multimedia Certificate as well as a certificate in the chosen focus area by the time of graduation.