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Graphics

CIP CODE
50.0402 (Commercial and Advertising Art)

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Graphics and Electronic Media Program should be viewed as an introduction to the complex and constantly changing career of Graphic Design. Students in this program create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, signs, and vehicle graphics.

Students who are motivated by change, technology and creativity find Graphics to be the perfect educational setting. They are introduced to the areas of desktop publishing, graphic design, photo editing and illustration. Students learn to use the digital press, large format printer and sign plotter. They are encouraged to enhance their own creativity utilizing the most modern technology available.

The program is designed to allow interested students to bring together many areas of creative graphic design and production technologies. Skilled graphic artists have a creative flair required to produce eye-catching publications as well as the talent and confidence to use up-to-date technology to output their creations.

CERTIFICATIONS & AGREEMENTS

Advanced Standing/Articulation Agreements

  • Westmoreland County Community College

  • NOCTI Business Solutions

  • SOAR Statewide Articulation

 

Certifications

  • Adobe Certified Professional–  Photoshop

  • Adobe Certified Professional–  Illustrator

  • Adobe Certified Professional–  In Design

  • OSHA 10 Hour Training

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

  • Graphic Designer

  • Desktop Publisher