Graphic Design

AAS-T, Certificate

 

The Graphic Design and Illustration Program is our two-year multimedia program, which combines both traditional and computer-based knowledge and skills necessary to become employed in the graphic design and illustration field.

The program is a concentrated two-year program of design and skill development resulting in a competitive portfolio. Instructors with industry experience lead students in consecutive integrated tracks of design for print and the web, conceptual problem solving, typography and illustration. Classes are organized in collegial work groups that mirror the professional studio environment. Design theory and practice, along with production using current computer software prepares graduates for a graphic design career in print and electronic media.

Career Opportunities

Students completing the Graphic Design and Illustration Program will be prepared for entry-level positions:

  1. In an advertising agency producing layouts and presentations, preparing comprehensives for production, developing and maintaining web and multimedia presentations, and assisting designers and art directors.
  2. In retail, corporate, and in-house art departments, preparing presentations, small design projects, developing illustrations for print and online media, developing and maintaining web and multimedia presentations, assisting art directors and preparing comprehensive for production.
  3. In newspaper, magazine and book publishing environments, doing typesetting, design on small projects, assisting designers and art directors and preparing art and files for production.
  4. In design studios assisting graphic designers in creating corporate logos, annual reports, packaging, developing and maintaining web and multimedia presentations, and layouts for presentation and production.
  5. Doing freelance design, illustration and/or multimedia development for a variety of clients including advertising agencies, design firms, corporations, broadcast media, printing companies and other area businesses.

Information Sessions

Information sessions are conducted each quarter so students interested in this program can meet faculty and learn more about the program. Please call 206 587-3830 for a schedule of information sessions for this program.

Entrance Requirements

  • COMPASS test demonstrating eligibility for ENG 101 and MAT 081.
  • Approval of submitted portfolio (Contact Division Office for details).
  • Entry into this program is for fall quarter only.

How To Get Started

  • Complete the Standard Procedure for Admission to the College
  • After completing the above test(s), you must take your results or copy of your college transcript to the Communications and Design Division counselor in room BE 3176, to determine eligibility to enter the program. Please call 206 587-3830 for an appointment.
    Counselor: Dale Zeretzke, DZeretzke@sccd.ctc.edu

Estimated Training Costs

Curriculum

1'st QuarterCredits
DES 101 DRAWING I 3
DES 109 GRAPHIC DESIGN BUSINESS PRACTICES 2
DES 110 HISTORY OF GRAPHIC DESIGN 2
DES 131 GRAPHIC DESIGN I 3
DES 145 GRAPHIC PRODUCTION I 3
IMC 197
2'nd QuarterCredits
DES 102 DRAWING II 3
DES 121 TYPOGRAPHY I 3
DES 132 GRAPHIC DESIGN II 3
DES 146 GRAPHIC PRODUCTION II 3
IMC 298 INTEGRATED MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS II 7
3'rd QuarterCredits
DES 103 DRAWING III 3
DES 122 TYOPGRAPHY II 3
DES 133 GRAPHIC DESIGN III 3
DES 147 GRAPHIC PRODUCTION III 3
IMC 299 INTEGRATED MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS III 6
4'th QuarterCredits
DES 123 TYPOGRAPHY III 3
DES 197 * WORK EXPERIENCE/ADV. ART 5
DES 231 GRAPHIC DESIGN IV 4
DES 232 GRAPHIC DESIGN V 4
DES 241 ILLUSTRATION I 3
DES 251 MULTIMEDIA I 3
5'th QuarterCredits
DES 197 * WORK EXPERIENCE/ADV. ART 5
DES 233 GRAPHIC DESIGN VI 4
DES 242 ILLUSTRATION II 3
DES 243 ILLUSTRATION III 3
DES 252 MULTIMEDIA II 3
DES 260 PORTFOLIO PREP 3
6'th QuarterCredits
DES 197 * WORK EXPERIENCE/ADV. ART 5
DES 234 GRAPHIC DESIGN VII 4
DES 235 GRAPHIC DESIGN VIII 4
DES 244 ILLUSTRATION IV 3
DES 245 ILLUSTRATION V 3
DES 253 MULTIMEDIA III 3
Total Credits = 115

* (Credits are accumulated during the 2-year program)

Related Instruction Course 12 credits

Related instruction courses are those offered in areas related to the student's major area of study. For this program, related-instruction courses would be chosen from the following:

  • Courses in other visual arts programs
  • Courses in business-related areas
  • Courses in the arts or liberal studies
  • Other courses approved by the Dean, Communications and Design Division

For Further Information:

Graphic Design Program
Business, Information Technology & Creative Arts Division
Seattle Central Community College
1701 Broadway, Room 2BE3176
Seattle, WA 98122
PHONE: (206) 587-3830
FAX: (206) 516-3130