Business & Information Technology: Graphic/Web Design concentration
Associate of Applied Science degree
Career advancement program
Prepare yourself for a career in the business world with a competitive advantage and a degree from Garrett College. Our courses incorporate the latest technologies to prepare students for the competitive workforce.
Garrett’s Graphic/Web Design concentration prepares graduates to utilize visual thinking and logic to create marketing and communications materials, websites, and other interactive media. Students learn industry-standard software and techniques for innovating with graphics and code. Beyond the theoretical, classroom-based instruction, Garrett’s program features a required internship that provides hands-on, work-based experience that introduces students to this evolving, dynamic field.
Career Opportunities
Garrett's Graphic and Web Design program prepares you for a career in any of the following career fields:
- Graphic Designer
- Web Designer
- App Developer
- Web programmer
- Website Content Manager
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Layout artist
- Website Manager/Webmaster
Coursework
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of a range of computer graphics technology, including bitmap image editing, vector graphics, page layout, web design, video editing and effects.
- Students will demonstrate a knowledge of color theory and how to apply it.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to design logos, newsletters, posters, folded brochures, and multiple page publications from concept to completion.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding of the concept of “branding” and corporate identity, and the ability to use the basic concepts of design for advertising purposes.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to recognize basic type families and styles, and to select type styles which will enhance design pieces.
Program Highlights
- Features career-related coursework such as Web Page Design, Programming Logic, Image Editing, Intro to Animation, and more.
- Resume-building internship opportunities are available on campus and with various nearby organizations.
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