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Nov 27, 2024
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2023-2024 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
CSN AAS Graphic Communications: Graphic Design Map
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WHO SHOULD USE THIS ACADEMIC MAP
HOW THIS ACADEMIC MAP IS SET UP
The academic map is designed to provide students with the optimal route to earning an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. Students who cannot take the map’s recommended number of credits each semester will take longer to complete the degree, graduate and transfer.
CSN AAS GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS: GRAPHIC DESIGN: DESCRIPTION
This program trains people to use digital tools for employment in design and creative production fields. Although a degree is not necessary for initial employment, students who complete an AAS degree have a good chance for employment that is profitable. Students will learn concepts and approaches to technology necessary for lifelong learning. This degree is directed toward designing, producing, and assembling digital assets into professional communications and deliverables. Graphic Designer may design identity and collateral materials (like logos, brochures, advertising materials) or layouts for print or web publications. The Web Designer creates graphics, presentations (some interactive), web pages targeted for viewing on a screen.
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Semester #1 (15-17 Total Minimum Credit Hours)
Semester Notes
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Student MUST earn a grade of C or higher in each course for this semester.
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Click on a course to see more information about that course including description, prerequisites and credit value.
Semester Milestones
Recommended Courses
Semester #2 (14 Total Minimum Credit Hours)
Semester Notes
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Student MUST earn a grade of C or higher in each course for this semester.
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Click on a course to see more information about that course including description, prerequisites and credit value.
Semester Milestones
Recommended Courses
- Natural Science (General Education) - Credits 3:
See a counselor or advisor for course selection - Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 107 - Introduction to Visual Design
- Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 2: GRC 110 - Drawing and Illustration
- Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 119 - Digital Media
- Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 140 - Print Production with InDesign
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Semester #3 (15 Total Minimum Credit Hours)
Semester Notes
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Student MUST earn a grade of C or higher in each course for this semester.
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Click on a course to see more information about that course including description, prerequisites and credit value.
Semester Milestones
Recommended Courses
- Fine Arts/Humanities/Social Science Elective (General Education) - Credits 3:
See a counselor or advisor for course selection - Human Relations (General Education) - Credits 3:
See a counselor or advisor for course selection - Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 156 - Design with Illustrator
- Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 175 - Web Design I
- Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 183 - Design with Photoshop
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Semester #4 (16 Total Minimum Credit Hours)
Semester Notes
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Student MUST earn a grade of C or higher in each course for this semester.
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Click on a course to see more information about that course including description, prerequisites and credit value.
Semester Milestones
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APPLY FOR GRADUATION by the deadline. Click www.csn.edu/graduation for more information on applying for graduation.
Recommended Courses
- Communication (General Education) - Credits 3:
See a counselor or advisor for course selection - U.S. and Nevada Constitutions (General Education) - Credits 4:
See a counselor or advisor for course selection - Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 275 - Web Design II
- Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 278 - Advanced Design and Production
- Special Program Requirements (Special Program Requirements) - Credits 3: GRC 294 - Portfolio Prep
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