Graphic and Web Design, A.A.S.

Degree is designed to prepare students to enter the field of graphic design, while focusing on both design and best use of technical tools. Graphic designers create visual representations of complex ideas or messages, typically in an effort to promote a product, company or organization. Designers communicate in print by designing posters, books, catalogs, logos, ads and cards. They also create designs for the digital space including websites, motion graphics and interactive media. Designers work in-house for companies, design firms, and as freelance designers. Students will develop the ability to design efficiently, incorporate text with imagery, use design software, and interface effectively with business clients and marketing teams.

Degree Requirements: 60 credits

General Education Requirements: 16 credits

English and Communication

(9 Credits)

ENG 1021	English Composition I (GT-CO1)	3
ENG 1022	English Composition II (GT-CO2)	3
COM 1150	Public Speaking	3
	Or
COM 1250	Interpersonal Communication (GT-SS3)	3

Mathematics

(4 Credits)

MAT 1240	Mathematics for Liberal Arts (GT-MA1)	4
	Or
MAT 1340	College Algebra (GT-MA1)	4

Arts and Humanities

(3 Credits)

Select one course

ART 1111	Art History - Ancient to Medieval (GT-AH1)	3
	OR
ART 1112	Art History – Renaissance to Modern: GT-AH1	3

Graphic and Web Design Core Course Requirements: 38 credits

Take all courses

ART 1201	Drawing I	3
ART 1002	Visual Concepts 2-D Design	3
CIS 2003	Technology for Career Success	2
CWB 1010	Complete Web Authoring (HTML)	3
MGD 1002	Introduction to Multimedia	3
MGD 1015	Type & Layout	3
MGD 1011	Adobe Photoshop I	3
MGD 1012	Adobe Illustrator I	3
MGD 1013	Adobe InDesign	3
MGD 1033	Graphic Design I	3
MGD 1041	Web Design I	3
MGD 1043	Motion Graphic Design I (Software)	3
MGD 2027	Marcomm Practices	3

Electives: 6 credits

Select any two courses below

ART 1110	Art Appreciation: GT-AH1	3
ART 1003	3-D Design	3
ART 1004	Visual Concepts 4-D Design	3
ART 1401	Digital Photography I	3
CWB 2005	Client-side Scripting	3
MGD 2033	Graphic Design II	3

Community College of Aurora is a diverse, tight-knit community that offers quality education at two convenient locations and online. Students leave CCA prepared for the next stage of their lives, whether in the workforce or at a four-year institution.

CCA is committed to student success and provides many resources, tools and support to aid students in their education. From enrollment to graduation, CCA is dedicated to helping students realize their potential both inside and outside of the classroom.

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CCA offers over 40 areas of degrees and certificates to choose from, many as part of seamless transfer plans. Students can take classroom, online, hybrid and evening/weekend classes to fit their schedule.

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