Graphic Design

Winter 2018

Enrollment:

Fall Only

Degrees and Certificates

Program Website:

View the program website

Tuition and Fees

http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/TuitionFees

Additional Costs

Misc. Fees*$1169
* Approximate two-year cost for books, supplies and miscellaneous expenses required for graphic design and related courses.

Program Description

The two-year Graphic Design program is an intensive course of study that prepares students for entry-level jobs in design studios, advertising agencies, corporate in-house design departments and other businesses creating design, advertising and promotional content. Standards match job requirements that range from technical production abilities to high-level creative conceptualizing. The program curriculum incorporates industry design problems and projects to demonstrate student learning. Courses in design process and technology interact to deliver the skills necessary to successfully complete specific design projects. The design skills students master are applied to projects in multiple media including print, online, video, animation, motion graphics, and social media platforms.

Guided by a local advisory committee of professional designers, the program is constantly updated with the goal of placing students in entry-level design jobs. Throughout the program, there is ample opportunity for students to interact with professionals via field trips, guest lecturers, adjunct faculty and the Internet. At the end of the second year, students create professional portfolios of their work and complete internships at industry work sites.
 
The Graphic Design program has a very competitive application process. For more information and to review the application process, please visit the program website at:

http://graphicdesign.spokanefalls.edu/dZine/apply.html.
 

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completing the Graphic Design AAS degree, students will:
1. Qualify for entry-level jobs in the design industry, including graphic design studios, advertising agencies, corporate marketing departments and other businesses involved in the creation and production of design projects.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in industry standard software applications.
3. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the design process as it is applied in industry.
4. Demonstrate a clear understanding of design production, project workflow, and construction of digital files appropriate to successful imaging and printing.
5. Have created a professional portfolio with which to present their body of work to potential employers.
6. Have opportunities to transfer to area universities to continue their education.

Career Opportunities

The job market is competitive both nationally and locally. Graphic designers are employed at graphic design studios, advertising agencies, corporate in-house departments and publishing firms. Current students are given assistance in obtaining job interviews.
POTENTIAL POSITIONS INCLUDE: Graphic designer, art director, package designer, production designer, television graphics designer, web page designer, 3-D modeler, multimedia designer, and pre-press technician.

AAS - SFCC

Offered at Locations:  Spokane Falls Community College

First Quarter
GRDSN101Design Process I 4
GRDSN102Design Technology I 3
GRDSN105Drawing for Graphic Designers 3
GRDSN156Illustrator I 2
GRDSN158PhotoShop I 2
GRDSN181Web Development I 4
18

Second Quarter
GRDSN111Design Process II 4
GRDSN112Design Technology II 3
GRDSN151Typography and Layout 3
GRDSN163InDesign I 2
GRDSN172Dreamweaver 2
Computation Requirement 15
19

Third Quarter
GRDSN109History of Design 5
GRDSN121Design Process III 4
GRDSN122Design Technology III 3
GRDSN125Computer Drawing 3
Communications Requirement 15
20

Fourth Quarter
GRDSN182Web Development II 33
GRDSN201Design Process IV 4
GRDSN202Design Technology IV 3
GRDSN235Multimedia I 3
Area of Emphasis 20-5
13-18

Fifth Quarter
GRDSN211Design Process V 4
GRDSN212Design Technology V 3
GRDSN236Multimedia II 3
Area of Emphasis 20-5
Human Relations/Leadership Requirement 15
15-20

Sixth Quarter
GRDSN221Design Process VI 4
GRDSN223Design Portfolio 3
GRDSN237Multimedia III 3
GRDSN266Cooperative Education Seminar 1
GRDSN267Cooperative Education Work Experience 3
Area of Emphasis 20-5
14-19
99-114 credits are required for the AAS

Area of Emphasis: Art 
ART  105Color and Design 5
ART  1063-D Design 4
ART  130Sculpture 4
ART  189Printmaking 4
ART  191Screen Printing 4
ART  192Printmaking, Intaglio 4

Area of Emphasis: Business 
MMGT 125Social Media Marketing 5
MMGT 126Search Engine Marketing 5
MMGT 218Fundamentals of Advertising 5

Area of Emphasis: Journalism 
GRDSN168InDesign II 2
JOURN101College Newspaper Production I 3-5
JOURN220Introduction to News Writing 5
JOURN225Multimedia Journalism 5
PHOTO131Introduction to Photojournalism 3

Area of Emphasis: Multimedia/Video  
GRDSN171Animate 1 2
GRDSN173Flash II 2
GRDSN175After Effects 2
GRDSN236Multimedia II 3
PHOTO126Digital Photography 5
PHOTO200Photography Media 4-5
PHOTO237Introduction to Documentary DV Production 5

Area of Emphasis: Photography 
PHOTO112Photographic Design 5
PHOTO120Photographic Arts 5
PHOTO126Digital Photography 5
PHOTO131Introduction to Photojournalism 3
PHOTO200Photography Media 4-5

Area of Emphasis: Web Design/Development 
GRDSN171Animate 1 2
GRDSN172Dreamweaver 2
GRDSN173Flash II 2
GRDSN174Dreamweaver II 2
GRDSN182Web Development II 3

Communications Requirement 
CMST&101Introduction to Communication 5
CMST 226Gender Communication 5
CMST 227Intercultural Communication 5
ENGL&101English Composition I 5
JOURN220Introduction to News Writing 5
JOURN225Multimedia Journalism 5

Computation Requirement 
BUS  123Practical Business Math Applications 5
MATH&107Math in Society 5
MATH 87Algebra for Math Literacy I 5
MATH 88Algebra for Math Literacy II 5
MATH 90Pre-Algebra 5

Human Relations/Leadership Requirement 
CMST&210Interpersonal Communication 5
CMST 226Gender Communication 5
CMST 227Intercultural Communication 5
HS   136Improving Interpersonal Communication 5
HUM  107Introduction to Cultural Studies 5
MMGT 101Principles of Management 5
SOC& 101Intro to Sociology 5
SOC  221Race and Ethnic Relations 5
SOC  230Sociology of Gender 5
1Students must choose 5 credits in each of the following areas of related instruction: Communications, Computation and Human Relations/Leadership. A class cannot be used to fulfill more than one area. Students intending on transferring to another institution should consult with a faculty academic adviser prior to selecting these courses.
2Students are required to meet with a Graphic Design Instructor to develop a learning plan and determine an area of emphasis to complete the Graphic Design AAS Degree. Credits may vary by emphasis. At least 9 - 15 credits are recommended. Only one AAS Degree in Graphic Design will be awarded. Students desiring additional emphasis areas can receive non-transcripted certificates of completion.
3GRDSN 182 Web Development II may be substituted with GRDSN 142 Print Production.

Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.