Graphics Technology, A.A.S.

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Kari Coffindaffer, Graphics Technology Program Coordinator
300A Engineering Technology Building / (304) 367-4638
Locust Avenue Campus
Kari.Coffindaffer@pierpont.edu

Accrediting Agency

Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)
Email: accreditation@atmae.org
701 Exposition Place, Suite 206
Raleigh, NC 27615
Phone: 919-635-8335
Fax: 919-779-5642
www.ATMAE.org

Program Purpose

The A.A.S. Graphics Technology Degree provides training in visual communications, where students will learn to plan, analyze, and create visual solutions to communications problems. This program focuses on the technical aspects of graphic design, preparing students for entry-level positions in areas of print, multimedia, and web design.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the A.A.S. degree in Graphics Technology, graduates will be able to do the following:

The students will demonstrate the transformation of information into creative, conceptually appropriate design solutions using industry -standard production software and hardware.
The students will demonstrate graphic design theory to include the principles of design, elements of composition, and typography in the creation of aesthetically pleasing artifacts.
The students will prepare a graphic design portfolio of work that clearly demonstrates their effectiveness as visual communicators.
The students will use graphics concepts to effectively evaluate and execute the decisions of others in verbal and written form.
The students will communicate effectively with clients and supervisors during the design process and perform as an effective team member.

Opportunities

Graduates with the Associate of Applied Science degree in Graphics Technology are qualified for entry-level positions to work as Layout Artists, Graphic Design Assistants, Web Design Technicians and Free-lance Graphic Artists. Many students continue their education towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphics Technology, Graphic Design or related fields.

Required Courses Graphics Technology 60 SEM. HRS.

For transfer students, in addition to meeting the minimum residency requirement for graduation, students in the Graphics Technology Program must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of management and/or technical coursework at Pierpont Community & Technical College and meet other requirements as required by accreditor standards.

Graphics Technology Model Schedule 60-63 SEM HRS.

First Semester

ART 1120 - Art Appreciation 3 hr(s).
GRAP 1101 - Fundamentals of Graphic Design 3 hr(s).
GRAP 1125 - Multimedia Concepts 3 hr(s).
~ENGL 1104 - Written English I 3-4 hr(s). (May have to take support course) (3-4 hr(s). Required)
OFAD 1150 - Computer Concepts and Applications 3 hr(s).

Total Semester Hours 15-16

Second Semester

ARTD 1142 - Drawing I: Foundations of Drawing 3 hr(s).
GRAP 1145 - Vector & Raster Imaging 3 hr(s).
INFO 2240 - Programming, Data & File Structures 3 hr(s).
-OR
GRAP 2255 - Introduction to Interactivity 3 hr(s).
~MTH 1207 - Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics 3-4 hr(s). (“C” or higher for graduation) (May have to take support course) (3-4 Hr(s). Required)
COM 2200 - Introduction to Human Communications 3 hr(s).

Total Semester Hours 15-17

Third Semester

ARTD 1140 - Design I: 2D 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2230 - Graphic Design I 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2240 - Photography Concepts 3 hr(s).
DRFT 2205 - Introduction to Solid Modeling 3 hr(s).
~PHY 1103 - Physics of Light and Color - Lecture 3 hr(s).
~PHY 1103L - Physics of Light and Color - Lab 1 hr(s).
-OR
~PHY 1104 - Physics of Sound and Music - Lecture 3 hr(s).
~PHY 1104L - Physics of Sound and Music - Lab 1 hr(s).

Total Semester Hours 16

Fourth Semester

GRAP 2235 - Graphic Design II 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2261 - Social Media Management 2 hr(s).
GRAP 2280 - Internet Publishing 3 hr(s). (EDGE #1455)
GRAP 2995 - Graphics Practicum 3 hr(s).
ARTD 2271 - Illustration and Publication 3 hr(s).

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