Visual thinkers who are interested in computers and want to use their art skills and ideas in the world of work should consider developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the Communication Design Program. St. Clair County Community College offers a two-year curriculum that provides students with effective training for positions in the field of communication design (graphic design). Upon the successful completion of this program, students will be qualified for an entry-level position in the field of print or virtual design. Students may also consider transferring SC4 credit to a four-year program and take advantage of one of the articulation agreements that the department has established with other colleges. Prospective students are encouraged to obtain an interview with one of the design instructors to clarify the objectives of the program and to present a portfolio of art work. |
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Suggested Course Sequence |
| FIRST YEAR – 1st Semester | Semester Hours |
| ACD 110 | Advertising Design | CT | 3 |
| ACD 140 | Introduction to Computer Graphics | | 3 |
| ART 101 | Foundation Drawing | | 3 |
| ART 106 | Basic Design | | 3 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | WR | 3 |
| | | 15 |
| 2nd Semester | Semester Hours |
| ACD 120 | Typography I | CL | 3 |
| ACD 240 | Digital Imaging | CL | 3 |
| ART 107 | 3-Dimensional Design | | 3 |
| ART 117 | Color Theory | | 3 |
| ART 121 | Art of the Western World I | GA | 3 |
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| ART 122 | Art of the Western World II | GA | 3 |
| ENG 102 | English Composition II | WR | 3 |
| | | 18 |
| SECOND YEAR – 1st Semester | Semester Hours |
| ACD 220 | Typography II | | 3 |
| ACD 230 | Illustration Media and Techniques | | 3 |
| ACD 235 | Production Processes | | 3 |
| ACD 250 | Communication Design I | | 3 |
| MTH 104* | Foundations of Math | CT MA | 3 |
| | | 15 |
| 2nd Semester | Semester Hours |
| ACD 255 | Communication Design II | | 3 |
| ACD 270 | Corporate Communications | | 3 |
| ACD 280 | Interactive/Internet Design | | 3 |
| ACD 290 | Portfolio Presentation | | 1.5 |
| PS 101 | Introduction to Political Science | GA GP | 3 |
| SPC 101 | Speech Communication | OC | 3 |
| | | 16.5 |
Total Credit Hours = 64.5, Total Contact Hours = 109 |
Transfer agreements exist with Kendall College of Art & Design and the College for Creative Studies. See Communication Design program advisor for transfer of credit.
* MTH 102 or higher. |
