Graphic Arts Technology, AAS

Campus: Online

The Graphic Arts Technology Program at Clinton Community College provides training for students with an interest in developing the visual components of print, web, and mobile products. Our two-year program has a proven track record in providing students with the advanced, real-world skills needed to be successful.

Our classes and curriculum provide the core skills necessary for employment as a designer in the Graphic Arts, Marketing, and Advertising Industries. Throughout the program a strong emphasis is placed upon detail-oriented, on-time work. From day one students are placed into a team atmosphere where they learn constructive problem-solving techniques that can be applied to the everyday problems encountered in the industry.

In addition, our curriculum is designed to give students advanced skills in front-end web development, game design, graphic design, mobile app development, packaging design, product design, user experience (UX), web design, prepress, and photography. Students entering their fourth semester create a professional portfolio and register for an internship.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Graphic Arts Technology program, students will be able to:

Prepare high quality images for output.
Control typography for various projects.
Demonstrate the ability to perform entry level job tasks in the graphic arts field.
Manage a graphic arts project from start to finish.
Work with clients to determine project needs.
Work with teams to achieve project goals.
Create a portfolio that demonstrates their abilities.

Plan of Study

Term 1

ART 120 - 2-D Design Credit(s): 3.00
GRA 120 - Computer Literacy Credit(s): 1.00
GRD 459 - Illustrator Credit(s): 3.00
GRD 463 - Photoshop Credit(s): 3.00
GRT 107 - Introduction to Graphics Arts Technology Credit(s): 3.00
GRT 110 - Calculations and Measurements for Graphic Arts Credit(s): 3.00
GRT 169 - Color Theory Credit(s): 2.00

Term Total: 18.00 Credits

Term 2

ART 101 - Art Appreciation Credit(s): 3.00 OR
ART 133 - Drawing Credit(s): 3.00 OR
MUS 100 - Music Appreciation Credit(s): 3.00
GRA 173 - Typography Credit(s): 3.00
GRD 415 - InDesign I Credit(s): 3.00
GRT 230 - Color Correction Credit(s): 3.00
WDV 101 - Intro HTML and CSS Credit(s): 3.00

Term Total: 15.00 Credits

Term 3

ENG 105 - Composition I Credit(s): 3.00 OR
ENG 107 - Composition I: Technical Writing Credit(s): 3.00
GRD 430 - InDesign II Credit(s): 3.00
GRT 237 - Packaging Design Credit(s): 3.00 OR
GRT 402 - User Experience (UX) Credit(s): 3.00
GRT 245 - Issues in Graphic Arts Technology Credit(s): 3.00
WDV 245 - Content Management Systems I Credit(s): 3.00
WDV 450 - Social Media Branding Credit(s): 3.00

Term Total: 18.00 Credits

Term 4

CIS 750 - Project Management Credit(s): 3.00
GRA 900 - Portfolio Credit(s): 3.00
GRT 266 - Technology Changes in the Graphic Arts Credit(s): 2.00
GRT 932 - Internship Credit(s): 3.00 - 4.00 (3.00 Credits for this term)
PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology Credit(s): 3.00 OR
SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology Credit(s): 3.00

Term Total: 14.00 Credits

AAS Total: 65.00 Credits

Non-discrimination Statement / Equal Educational Opportunities

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

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