Graphic Design - Associate in Arts
San José City College offers an Associate in Arts degree in Graphic Design, that features design principles and multimedia concepts as used in print media and digital media using industry standard design software and tools to produce contents for a Graphic Design Portfolio. The primary focus of this program is the integration and application of design styles and elements as per the current industry, and the application of design elements in real-life projects. This degree will prepare students for transfer to an institution that offers a similar pathway.
A grade of "C" or better is required for each course in the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply an understanding of the components of graphic design and the principles of layout.
- Demonstrate visual communications skills on graphic design projects utilizing industry standard software and basic design techniques.
- Produce multimedia projects using images, videos, and animations through vector and raster-based software.
- Create accessible and well designed websites utilizing basic design principles, art fundamentals, as well as web design specific tools.
- Develop multimedia projects combining graphic design, motion design, visual storytelling, animation, effects, cinematic techniques and audio.
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ART 012 | Two-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 024 | Beginning Drawing | 3 |
| ART 091 | Survey of Art History: Prehistoric Through Gothic | 3 |
| ART 092 | Survey of Art History: Renaissance to the Present | 3 |
| DMA 001 | Introduction to Digital Media Arts | 3 |
| DMA 002 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3 |
| DMA 003 | Introduction to Typography and Business | 3 |
| DMA 004 | Fundamentals of Web Design | 3 |
| DMA 005 | Motion Graphics I | 3 |
| Total Units | 27 | |
AA Degree Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | 27 | |
| General Education Requirements | 34 | |
Complete two courses for the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement (US-1, US-2, and US-3) | ||
| Total Units | 61 | |