Graphics Technology, A.A.S.

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Mildred Thompson, Graphics Technology Program Coordinator
mthompson22@pierpont.edu

The Graphics Technology program will not admit students for the 2023-2024 academic year.

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 (61 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.

General Education (16 Hrs)

COM 2200 - Introduction to Human Communications 3 hr(s).
~ENGL 1104 - Written English I 3-4 hr(s). (“C” or higher required for graduation)
MTH 1208 - Technical Mathematics 3-4 hr(s).
OFAD 1150 - Computer Concepts and Applications 3 hr(s).
Life Sciences 4 hr(s)

Required Core Courses (45 Hrs)

APPD 2235 - Design in Social Media 3 hr(s).
ARTD 1142 - Drawing I: Foundations of Drawing 3 hr(s).
ARTD 2271 - Illustration and Publication 3 hr(s).
DRFT 1100 - Engineering Graphics 3 hr(s).
DRFT 2200 - Fundamentals of AutoCAD 3 hr(s).
DRFT 2265 - 3D Printing: Additive Manufacturing 3 hr(s).
GRAP 1101 - Fundamentals of Graphic Design 3 hr(s).
GRAP 1125 - Multimedia Concepts 3 hr(s).
GRAP 1145 - Vector & Raster Imaging 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2230 - Graphic Design I 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2235 - Graphic Design II 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2240 - Photography Concepts 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2280 - Internet Publishing 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2281 - Internet Publishing II 3 hr(s).
GRAP 2995 - Graphics Practicum 3 hr(s).

Model Schedule (61 Hrs)

Notice to All Students

Annual Notification: All career and technical education courses and programs are offered at Pierpont regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability.
Advanced Skill Set and Skill Set programs do not qualify for financial aid. Students seeking financial aid eligible degrees may incorporate the classes as electives when their schedule allows or may declare an associate or certificate degree in which the skill set and advanced skill set courses are embedded.
Students are reminded to review campus policies and procedures as stated in the catalog.

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