Introduction to Graphic Design, Certificate of Achievement (C)
The Graphic Design & Photography Department offers a Certificate of Completion in Graphic Design. The Certificate of Completion provides students with a solid foundation to understanding of the design process from concept to printed piece. Students gain knowledge of both the creative process and industry-standard computer tools and software used in Graphic Design.
Certificate of Achievement Requirements
Complete all Department Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better. Candidates for a Certificate of Achievement are required to complete at least 20% of the department requirements through SBCC.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Department Requirements | ||
| GDP 110 | Media Design | 3 |
| GDP 111 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3 |
| GDP 113 | Typography | 3 |
| GDP 114 | Intermediate Graphic Design | 3 |
| GDP 116 | History of Graphic Design | 3 |
| GDP 118 | Creative Thinking | 3 |
| Total Units | 18.00 | |
Strongly Recommended
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ART 120 | Fundamentals Of Drawing | 3 |
| PHOT 109 | Introduction to Photography | 3 |
- Apply design principles to both print and screen layouts.
- Demonstrate proficiency using industry-standard software to produce graphic design layouts that are print-ready digital files.
- Define professional terminology for the graphic design and print industry.
- Demonstrate a sense of aesthetics for design and typography in the visual communication field.
- Identify and apply their creative abilities to communicate ideas with confidence.
- Demonstrate effective evaluation techniques, such as critiquing, to test and revise ideas and designs.
- Develop professional quality design concepts and layouts.