Graphic Communication

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• Job Titles & Career Info
• Our Program
• Degrees & Certificates
• How Much Time & Money to Finish?
• Earn More Choices & More Money
• Start on Your Pathway!

Job Titles & Career Info

Our Program

Why choose Graphic Communication?

• Learn in-demand software skills you can use in a variety of work settings
• Prepare for entry-level positions in graphic production & design
• Learn how to use both your artistic & technical skills to:
  • Solve design problems
  • Correct colors
  • Edit images
  • Restore photos

Prepare for what you will do at work

• Create artwork for print & web, including logo, brochure & poster design as well as illustration & animation
• Prepare digital files for creation of signage & publications, such as magazines & books
• Prepare graphics for instructional presentations & illustrations for learning environments
• Create graphics with speed & accuracy

Marketable skills you will learn

• Critical thinking
• Reasoning
• Communication
• Personal & social responsibility
• Teamwork
• Computer literacy

Before you enroll, think about:

• Our program is not intended to apply to a 4-year graphics degree, and courses do not typically transfer to a university.
• Our courses are rigorous, and assignments have hard deadlines.
• You must be able to work independently, problem solve, and meet all deadlines.
• Customer service skills and the ability to follow directions are essential.
• 3 skills or work style traits that will help you succeed in this field:
  • Attention to detail
  • Innovation
  • Creativity

Plan your courses

We strongly recommend you talk to an advisor before registering, so you can  take the courses in the recommended order and be successful.

Full-time student? You should balance a couple of graphics courses with required academic courses in a single semester, so you are not overwhelmed with the workload.

Personal computer equipment & software a plus

Graphic Communication has a dedicated computer lab that is available 14 hours a day for students in our program.

However, while not required, owning a computer and subscribing to the Adobe Creative Cloud software will give you greater flexibility to spend time on assignments outside of class. Meeting assignment deadlines will be easier.

Need a boost to get ready for college?

Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.

Degrees & Certificates

Degree

• Graphic Communication, AAS

Certificates

Level 1

• Computer Graphics
• Photographic Retouching

How Much Time & Money to Finish?

2023–2024 Academic Year

Notes:

• Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
• Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.

Continuing Education Programs

Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.

Earn More Choices & More Money

Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to promotion opportunities.

While our program is designed to prepare you to enter the workforce, you may be ready to work toward a Bachelor of Applied Science—depending on the university.

Next steps

• Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
• Explore transfer schools

Start on Your Pathway!