# Digital Publishing (A.A. Degree)

Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Business Applications & Technology

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Program Code: SAC.BADP.AA

Program Control Number: 08708

Professional training in digital publishing and design technologies used to produce business, marketing, and multimedia projects for print, web, and social media. Develop hands-on skills in Adobe Creative Cloud applications including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, and Acrobat to design and publish high-quality content that includes graphics, page layouts, and multimedia elements using current business and industry standards. Learn typography, color, workflow integration, and project organization while exploring AI tools such as Adobe Firefly and Adobe Express to enhance creativity, graphic production, and overall productivity.

This program includes preparation for Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) exams in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Acrobat, and related applications to earn multiple industry-recognized certifications that validate technical skills and increase career opportunities. It provides comprehensive training for careers in digital publishing, digital design, and digital marketing. This program provides a clear pathway to the Digital Publishing A.A. Degree, in addition to the Adobe Applications for Business, Adobe Web Projects for Business, Digital Design for Business, and Drone Technology certificate and degree programs.

**Learning Outcome(s):**

1.  Design and produce professional publishing and marketing materials using Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
2.  Apply design, typography, and layout principles to create projects for print, web, and multimedia.
3.  Integrate Adobe Creative Cloud applications to produce cohesive digital publishing projects that meet business and industry standards.
4.  Use AI tools such as Adobe Firefly and Adobe Express to enhance creativity, streamline workflow, and improve design efficiency.
5.  Prepare for Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) exams to demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in multiple Adobe applications.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | | 24 |
| BA 163 | Adobe Acrobat | 3 |
| BA 164 | Adobe Photoshop | 3 |
| BA 166 | Adobe Illustrator | 3 |
| BA 170 | Adobe InDesign – Page Layout | 3 |
| BA 169 | Adobe Dreamweaver – Web Design, SEO | 3 |
| BA 153 | LinkedIn & Social Media Applications | 1.5 |
| BA 154 | Google Analytics & SEO Applications | 1.5 |
| BA 171 | Adobe Premiere Pro – Video Editing | 3 |
| BA 172 | Adobe After Effects | 3 |
| **Select 2 of the following elective courses:** | | 2.5-7 |
| BA 173 | Adobe Animate | 3 |
| BA 165 | Adobe Express – Generative AI Design | 3 |
| BA 168 | Adobe Firefly – Generative AI Images | 2 |
| BA 160 | Microsoft Designer – AI Design | 2 |
| BA 106 | ChatGPT & Generative AI Applications | 2 |
| BA 155 | WordPress | 2 |
| BA 158 | Introduction to Drones | 1.5 |
| BA 101 | Work Experience - Business Applications & Technology | 1-4 |
| **Total** | | **26.5-31** |