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MGD, Computer Graphics, Certificate Requirements

2010-2011 Catalog
Computer Graphics Certificate

The courses in this certificate focus on the major software packages of the Adobe Creative Suite, with an emphasis on web and print packages. An additional restricted elective allows for the exploration in a variety of media, including video, 3D animation, and advanced topics. Students who wish to pursue a career in design are urged to obtain the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Multimedia, Graphic Design and Illustration. If students choose to continue their education, all major courses and a number of restricted electives in this Certificate can be applied to the Associate Degree. All students must take a placement exam that covers Macintosh operations and design software literacy to determine if an additional course, MGD 101, is needed before entering the program. Typing and basic math skills are highly recommended.

Please note that the Major Courses are listed in the order in which they should be taken.

Major Courses(15 credit hours)
MGD 111Adobe Photoshop I3 credits
MGD 112Adobe Illustrator I3 credits
MGD 114Adobe InDesign3 credits
MGD 141Web Design I3 credits
MGD 143Motion Graphic Design I: Flash3 credits
Restricted Electives(3 credit hours)
Select 1 course from the following:
MGD 101Introduction to Computer Graphics3 credits
MGD 102Introduction to Multimedia3 credits
MGD 1533D Animation I3 credits
MGD 164Digital Video Editing I3 credits
MGD 211Photoshop II3 credits
MGD 212Illustrator II3 credits
MGD 241Web Design II3 credits
MGD 243Motion Graphic Design II3 credits
MGD 275Special Topics3 credits
Total18 credit hours