Computer Graphics Certificate
PROGRAM CODE: 2C10609
The Computer Graphics Certificate program provides the skills necessary to create digital drawings, paintings and illustrations, building a portfolio representative of the student's artistic talents and technical proficiency. This certificate is designed to help students find employment in occupations that desire entry-level skills in computer-aided art and design. This certificate program requires the completion of 31-33 units of which 27 units are in required courses. An additional 4-6 units must be chosen from the restricted electives listed below. A minimum grade of C is required in each course taken.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Computer Graphics Introduction Classes (6 units), select two classes from the list below: | 6 | |
DART 100 F | Introduction to Digital Art | 3 |
DART 102 F | Introduction to Web Graphics | 3 |
DART 104 F | Introduction to Maya 3D | 3 |
DART 106 F | Intermediate Maya | 3 |
DART 108 F | Digital Drawing - Dynamic Sketching | 3 |
| Required art introduction class (3 units), select one from the list below: | 3 | |
ART 118 F | Color Theory | 3 |
ART 120 F | Basic Design | 3 |
| Required Advanced Classes (12 units): | ||
| ART 182 F | Basic Drawing | 3 |
| DART 112 F | Vector Graphics | 3 |
| DART 132 F | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| DART 140 F | Digital Publishing I | 3 |
| Required Additional Computer Graphics Classes (6 units): | ||
| DART 146 F | Digital Publishing II | 3 |
| DART 170 F | Digital Photo Editing I | 3 |
| Restricted Electives (4-6 units): | 4-6 | |
ART 123 F | Business Practices in Art | 3 |
ART 180 F | Rendering | 3 |
ART 299 F | Art Independent Study | 1-2 |
DART 120 F | 3D Modeling | 3 |
DART 150 F | 3D Computer Animation | 3 |
DART 162 F | 2D Computer Animation | 3 |
DART 164 F | Interactive Multimedia Design | 3 |
DART 180 F | Digital Video | 3 |
GRFX 150 F | Graphic Design II (formerly ART 147 F) | 3 |
GRFX 160 F | Publication Design (formerly ART 145 F) | 3 |
GRFX 230 F | Advertising Design (formerly ART 146 F) | 3 |
PRNT 101 F | Introduction to Printing | 3 |
| Total Units | 31-33 | |
Student Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Demonstrate basic use of computer graphics software and hardware, and be able to demonstrate basic competence in selected image-making techniques.
Outcome 2: Apply the terminology of computer graphics to communications within the field of digital media.
Outcome 3: Create effective documents by effectively using the concepts of design, such as: color, style, typography and composition.
Outcome 4: Create projects that demonstrate specialized knowledge of 2D computer animation and multi-media projects from initial design concept through project completion that clearly illustrates the student's solutions.
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DISCLAIMER: Any student interested in matriculating through the certificate and/or degree program should cross reference the data found on this page against the official catalog and/or meet with a campus counselor.
