Bunker Hill Community College

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

GRAPHIC DESIGN PROGRAM - 2009
Visual and Media Arts Program
(Associate in Science Degrees):

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Overview

Program ID - AS.GRDGN

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This program introduces students to the aesthetics, materials, and methods of effective visual communication for commercial art and design. The program combines theoretical elements with practical experience, up-to-date technologies, and professional equipment to give students a complete knowledge and understanding of career options, requirements, and responsibilities. Students may take elective courses in options other than their own, as scheduling permits. Because courses are offered sequentially, students must take courses in the appropriate semester.

Career Outlook:
Graduates of this program qualify for job opportunities in advertising, communications, marketing, packaging, publishing, and in companies using printed and electronic materials in their product or in the promotion of that product.

Upon completetion of this program graduates will be able to:

• Demonstrate proficiency in basic visual design skills and production skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic computer operation and page layout software applications.
• Demonstrate proficiency in drawing and image software applications.
• Use the Internet and integrate Internet text and images in media.
• Demonstrate their understanding of paper, finishing, printing processes, and the distribution or delivery process.

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