Graphic Arts Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree
Graphic Arts Production
Patsy R. Fancher  • (901) 333-4141

This program is designed to prepare graduates for the electronic graphic arts industry. Emphasis will be placed on page layout, typography, color process, scanning, quality control, illustration, and prepress production. All courses are taught using the Macintosh computer.  

First Semester

Cr.

GART

1000

Introduction to Graphic Arts

3

GART

1002

Typography

3

GART

1004

Two Dimensional Layout and Design

3

GART

1005

Creativity & Idea Development

3

ENGL

1010

English Composition I (Gen. Ed.)

3

Total

15

Second Semester 

GART

1040

Pixel Imaging I

4

GART

1060

Graphic Arts Terminology

3

GART

1070

Vector Illustration I

4

GART

1080

Print Production I

4

Total

15

Third Semester 

GART

2040

Pixel Imaging II

4

GART

2070

Vector Illustration II

4

SPCH

2010

Oral Communication (Gen. Ed.)

3

****

Natural Science/Mathematics (Gen. Ed.)¹

3

Total

14

Fourth Semester 

GART

2080

Print Production II

4

GART

2099

Portfolio Practicum

3

GART

Elective ²

3

****

Social/Behavioral Science (Gen. Ed)¹ 

3

****

Humanities/Fine Arts (Gen. Ed)¹ 

3

Total

16

Total Program Credits

60

This program of study is designed as a terminal degree for a specific career field. The courses offered by the department are not designed for transfer to four-year institutions. Please see the course descriptions section for details about transferability of courses.

¹ Review General Education pages and/or consult advisor for correct selection.

² Graphic Arts (GART) electives can be selected from any Graphic Arts course that is not listed above as part of the required concentration, or may include any visual art courses with the approval of the Department Chair.

Electives can be taken in any semester as long as course prerequisites have been satisfied.

All courses used for Cooperative Education, internships, and/or special problems must be approved by the Department Chair.