Certificate in Electronic Graphic Design
If you want to refine your graphic design skills without the extensive training required of a BFA or MA, this certificate is right for you. This program provides real-world preparation built on a foundation of design and typography skills, coupled with a thorough grounding in the use of the computer as a design tool. The primary emphasis of all courses remains the conceptual, creative process. The program will give you the practical design and electronic skills necessary to secure entry-level and advanced employment in the graphic/electronic design field.
The certificate is a part-time program and can be completed in 2+ years. Students may choose from day and evening course offerings and may take as many courses per semester as scheduling and prerequisite requirements allow.
Electronic Certificate in Graphic Design Program Application
Requirements
- A portfolio of original artwork representing the range of your talents and experience. Or those without a portfolio will be required to take Fundamentals of Graphic Design (ADG 100), earning a grade of B or better to waive this requirement.
- All students must earn a minimum of 36 credits, with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0, in order to be awarded a Certificate in Electronic Graphic Design.
- All students must earn a minimum of 27 of the required 36 credits while enrolled as Certificate Candidates, and must satisfy all course requirements of the Certificate Program. A maximum of 9 transfer or advanced standing credits can be applied toward requirements for graduation. Please note: credits earned as a continuing education student are considered transfer credits.
- It is recommended that students take no more than five years to complete the program.
Electronic Graphic Design Certificate Program Suggested Course Sequence
Certificate Course Descriptions
| Credits | Code | Name |
| * | ADG 100 | Fundamentals of Graphic Design |
| 3 | ADF S151 | 2-Dimensional Design |
| 3 | ADG S201 | Basic Typography |
| 3 | ADG S206 | Graphic Design I |
| 3 | ADG S219 | Computer Applications in Design |
| 3 |
ADG S202 |
Computer Typography |
| 3 | ADG S207 | Graphic Design II |
| 3 | ADG S354 | Advanced Computer Applications |
| 3 |
ADG S213 |
Web Design I - or - Graphic Design Studio Elective (See Chart) |
| 3 | ADG 400 | Graphic Design Internship - or - Graphic Design Studio Elective (See Chart) |
| 3 | ADG S344 | Graphic Design III |
| 3 | ADG S345 | Graphic Design IV |
| 3 | ADG 337 | Professional Practice |
| 36 | Total Credits |
* This 2-credit course must be completed prior to admission to the Electronic Graphic Design Certificate Program. A grade of B (3.0) or better must be earned in the course. This requirement may be waived, however, at the program advisor’s discretion, for students who can show a portfolio of recent work which demonstrates the student’s potential for future success in graphic design.
| Graphic Design Certificate Studio Electives (Subject to Change) | ||
| 3 |
ADFA S325 |
Video Containers |
| 3 | ADG S208 | Advertising Design |
| 3 |
ADG S214 |
Illustration |
| 3 |
ADG S310 |
Design Imagestration |
| 3 |
ADG S320 |
Drawing for Animation |
| 3 | ADG S334 | Electronic Publication Design |
| 3 | ADG S340 | Web Design II |
| 3 | ADG S348 | Advanced Illustration |
| 3 | ADG S360 | Corporate Design |
| 3 | ADG S365 | Digital Photography |
| 3 |
ADG S366 |
Environmental, Packaging & Signage Design |
| 3 |
ADG S370 |
Artist’s Books |
| 3 |
ADG S371 |
Advanced Concepts in Web Design |
| 3 |
ADG S502 |
Italian Journal: Painting & Drawing on Paper |