Graphic Design Certificate
Division: Visual and Performing Arts
PROGRAM CODE: 1C03815N
Financial Aid Eligible
The Graphic Design Certificate provides the skills necessary to create raster and vector based digital designs and illustrations. Emphasis is placed on development of a portfolio for employment and/or advancement. To earn a certificate, complete the required courses as listed with a grade of C or better. At least 50% of all course work must be completed at Cypress College. This certificate requires a total of 21 units
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses are listed in suggested sequence (18 units): | ||
| MAD 122 C | History of Graphic Design | 3 |
| MAD 100 C | Introduction to Media Arts Design | 3 |
| MAD 116 C | Graphic Design I (formerly ART 140 C) | 3 |
| MAD 102 C | Introduction to WEB Design (formerly Introduction to WEB Graphics-Mac) | 3 |
| or MAD 103 C | Exploring WEB Design (formerly Introduction to WEB Graphics-Windows) | |
| MAD 112 C | Digital Illustration (formerly Electronic Illustration-Mac) | 3 |
| MAD 134 C | Digital Imaging (formerly Digital Imaging-Mac) | 3 |
| Electives Courses - Select three units from the following (3 units): | 3 | |
| Two-Dimensional Design | 3 | |
| Motion Design I (formerly Motion Graphics I) | 3 | |
| Introduction to Media (formerly MM 105 C) | 3 | |
| Projection Design (formerly Projection Mapping for Live Entertainment) | 3 | |
| Introduction to Photography Theory and Aesthetics | 4 | |
| Total Units | 21 | |
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Acquire the workforce preparation skills including graphic design history, media arts, web and graphic design and illustration skills necessary for a career in the field of graphic design.
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