Graphic Design - Level I

Graphic Design - Level I Certificate of Achievement

The program is designed to prepare students for basic skills in the communication arts and graphic design fields. The core learned disciplines are the principles and elements of design, exposure to art and design history, and conceptual visual problem-solving. Students are given creative design and technology skills necessary to develop successful print, digital, and multi-media graphic design. The program offers essential skills required for understanding production, layout, content, publication, print, advertising, and social media. Included is portfolio-ready work using industry-standard software and processes. Upon completion of the required courses with at least a “C” or “P” (pass) grade in each course, the student will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. At the end of the program, students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles, elements, and language common to graphic design. Assessment:Projects, quizzes, tests, critiques, critical analysis reports.

• 2. At the end of the program, students will demonstrate the ability to critique their own work, as well as the work of other students; and defend their creative choices verbally and in writing. Assessment:Projects, quizzes, critiques, critical analysis reports.

• 3. At the end of the program, students will demonstrate an understanding of a portfolio or "body of work". Assessment:Projects, quizzes, critiques, critical analysis reports.

• 4. At the end of the program, students will demonstrate the ability to use industry standard software and hardware to complete projects. Assessment:Projects, quizzes, exams, critiques.

• 5. At the end of the program, students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of images and typography to create successful design solutions. Assessment:Projects, portfolio.

• 6. At the end of the program, students will demonstrate an understanding of historic and contemporary graphic design practices. Assessment:Quizzes, tests, written assignments.

• 1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to interpret and use the principles and elements of design to convey a graphic design message.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to critique and defend their own work, as well as the work of others.

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to create print and digital work.

• 4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to use industry standard hardware and software to create skills-based projects.

Program Requirements