Graphic Arts
Certificate of Proficiency (Untranscripted) Digital Media · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Code: SAC.ARTGA.CERT
An express (untranscripted) certificate program introducing students to major components of Graphic Design and Digital Media. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in the field of graphic arts and design related office work. The courses in this certificate are required for the AA degrees in Graphic Design and Digital Media Arts.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Competently create digital designs using industry-standard design software and theories.
- Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills.
- Apply design knowledge to basic industry problems in multiple media applications; including web, print, and communication graphics.
- Develop a digital media-based portfolio for application in entry-level design careers.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Foundation Courses | 6 | |
| DM 195 | Introduction to Digital Media Arts | 3 |
| DM 113 | Introduction to Digital Media Design Principles | 3 |
| orART 110 | Two-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| Advanced Design Topics | 3 | |
| DM 121A | Fundamentals of Typography | 3 |
| orDM 122 | Principles of Graphic Design | 3 |
| History | 3 | |
| DM 107 | History of Animation | 3 |
| orART 100 | Introduction to Art Concepts | 3 |
| orART 100H | Honors Introduction to Art Concepts | 3 |
| orART 105 | History of Modern Art | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |