Main Content 
|
Programs, Majors and Courses | Back to Index |
 | ||
Visual Communications (Certificate
& AAS options)
Department Contact Information
Prerequisites
- Some classes have entry requirements not listed here. Talk to a faculty adviser.
- This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
- Students must achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 in each core course.
- Certificate and AAS degree programs emphasize preparation in specific job skills required for entry-level employment.
- Not all classes are offered every quarter.
- Enrollment in this program is open every quarter.
- Develop and implement solutions to visual communication problems.
- Interpret and use market research information to draw reasonable conclusions.
- Communicate (verbal and written) effectively using the vocabulary unique to the field of visual communication.
- Identify and use technology consistent with the graphics industry standard.
- Identify trade practices, ethics and copyright laws related to visual communications.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform effectively in a team environment.
- Identify and determine how differences in audiences and cultures affect the nature of the visual product.
- Develop and implement solutions to visual communication problems.
- Interpret and use market research information to define, label and reach potential markets.
- Identify and use differences in audiences and cultures when creating the visual product.
- Speak clearly and produce written documents using the vocabulary unique to the field of visual communication.
- Initiate projects and use technology consistent with the graphics industry standard.
- Use trade practices, ethics and copyright laws related to visual communication.
- Coordinate and discuss activities with team members and perform effectively in a team environment.
Students may specialize study in print design, web design or illustration. Students must take 15 credits of core courses for the certificate. Talk to a faculty adviser.
| Course | Course Title | Cert. Cr. | AAS Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| VICOM 100 | Introduction to Web Design | 5 | 5 |
| VICOM 110 | Graphic Design I | 5 | 5 |
| VICOM 120 | Graphic Design II | 5 | 5 |
| VICOM 130 | Graphic Design III | 5 | 5 |
| VICOM 132 | Drawing for Illustration I | 5 | 5 |
| VICOM 133 | Drawing for Illustration II | 5 | 5 |
| VICOM 140/240 | Cooperative Education | 3-5 | 3-5 |
| VICOM 150 | Business for the Professional Artist | 3 | 3 |
| VICOM 152 | Lettering I | 2 | 2 |
| VICOM 153 | Lettering II | 2 | 2 |
| VICOM 211 | Designing with Flash | 3 | 3 |
| VICOM 228 | InDesign Layout | 3 | 3 |
| VICOM 230 | Photoshop | 3 | 3 |
| VICOM 250 | Designing with Illustrator | 3 | 3 |
| Total Core Course Credits | 15 | 52-54 |
Supporting Courses (SC)
Students must take 15 credits of elective credits for the certificate only. Talk to a faculty adviser.
| Course | Course Title | Cert. Cr. | AAS Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRINT 100 | Introduction to Printing Industry | 5 | 5 |
| PRINT 111 | Introduction to Prepress | 5 | 5 |
| BUSN 138 | Principles of Marketing | 5 | 5 |
| ART 147 | Digital Photography | 5 | 5 |
| VICOM 117 | Principles of Electronic Imaging | 2 | 2 |
| VICOM 231 | Photoshop II | 5 | 5 |
| Total Supporting Course Credits | 15 | 27 |
Related Instruction Courses (RI)
Other related instruction course credits may also qualify. Talk to a faculty adviser.
| Course | Course Title | Cert. Cr. | AAS Cr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 | 5 |
| BUSN 135 | Business Mathematics | 5 | 5 |
| BUSN 160 | Human/Labor Relations | 5 | 5 |
| Total Related Instruction Credits | 15 | 15 |
| Total Program Credits | 45 | 94-96 |
 | |
 |
Back to Top ~ Back to Index |