Oct 31, 2024
2023-2024 Online Catalog
2023-2024 Online Catalog
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Graphic Design, CT. |
Program Description
This Graphic Design Certificate provides students who need a certificate to start working in the market as a graphic designer with a practical understanding of the commercial area of graphic design. In this multi-disciplinary certificate students receive training in a wide range of activities including typography, publication design, computer-aided graphic design, and web design. Students create digital works using cutting-edge software, such as the Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Animate.
Upon successful completion of all requirements, graduates will be able to:​
- Demonstrate an understanding of the practical skills involved in creating visuals, combining images and typography;
- Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate color and paper selection for print and non-print media;
- Understand and utilize digital design software and website development tools to prepare graphic examples;
- Create a portfolio that demonstrates competency in graphic design.
After Union College
Graduates can work in the field of graphic design or further their education in the discipline.
Fall Semester
- ENG 101 - English Composition I 3 credit hours
- FIA 104 - Fundamentals of 2D Design 3 credit hours
- FIA 130 - Introduction to Graphic Design 3 credit hours
- FIA 111 - Art History Survey I 3 credit hours
- COM 112 - Multimedia Development I 3 credit hours
Spring Semester
- ENG 128 - The Dynamics of Communication 3 credit hours
- Humanities Gen Ed Requirement - 3 credit hours *
- FIA 230 - Advanced Graphic Design 3 credit hours
- FIA 109 - Introduction to Drawing 3 credit hours
- Math, Science, Tech Gen Ed - Requirement 4 credit hours