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Graphic Arts, AAS


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Program Overview

The Graphic Arts program at MCC enables students committed to their education to complete their Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Arts. Students then utilize their newly-acquired knowledge of Graphic Design to pursue opportunities in entry-level positions in the field of graphic and web design. Occupations could include graphic designer, production artist, web designer, advertising designer, illustrator, layout artist, line artist, freelance designer or other positions that give them the opportunity to use computer and artistic skills in the graphic design industry. In the graphic arts program, students utilize their artistic talents and develop enhanced technical and creative proficiencies. Students will develop a strong foundation in the use of the principles and elements of design as they relate to the field of graphic design. The program is designed to foster an understanding of the role of form, function, creativity and critical review in the creation of images and typography for visual communication.

Students learn techniques using computer-based applications and traditional approaches in design, drawing and illustration. Using a balance of traditional and technical artistic studies, students gain the ability to solve visual communications issues and better represent new ideas. While they enhance their knowledge in typography and image creation, students conceptualize, design, and produce graphic elements in a wide variety of media. As students work to develop an expansive portfolio through projects such as magazine ads and covers, book and book jacket designs, brochures, posters, billboards, advertising campaigns, packaging design, type design, web and interactive design, motion graphics and animation, students also develop and expand their knowledge and techniques in graphic design.

For more information, visit: www.mchenry.edu/graphicarts

The primary purpose of an Associate in Applied Science degree is to prepare students for employment. The AAS degree is not designed specifically for transfer; however, there are opportunities to apply some coursework or the whole degree to a bachelor’s degree program. For more information, see an academic advisor and the department chair.


Graphic Arts, AAS Sample Semester Plan



 

Graphic Arts, AAS Degree Requirements


Curriculum: OCC 4200

General Education


Written Communication: 3 Credit Hours


Oral Communication: 3 Credit Hours


Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science: 3 Credit Hours


Select One Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science Course  

Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science: 3 Credit Hours


Select One Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science Course 

Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science: 3 Credit Hours


Select One Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science Course  

Total General Education: 15 Credit Hours


Program Electives: 6 Credit Hours


Select from the following prefixes

  • ANI
  • ART
  • DGM
  • GRA
  • MKT
  • PRG
  • WEB

Total Minimum Degree Credits: 60


Other AAS Graduation Requirements:


  • 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA at MCC upon completion of program
  • 15 semester hours of program-specific coursework taken at MCC
  • Completion of graduation application
  • Completion of end-of-program assessment as directed by this department

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