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Catalog: PVCC 2022-2023 College Catalog

Graphic and Media Arts (CSC)

Career Studies Certificate
Code: 221-516-01

Purpose: This three semester certificate is designed to give students a broad exposure to tools for work in Computer Graphics and Multimedia, and develop work-ready skills in chosen design concentrations. Graduates will be able to work with a range of technology to create and edit professional level multimedia and graphics products. In addition, the Graphic & Media Arts CSC will help each student assemble a coherent portfolio and professional online presence which clearly displays their skills to prospective employers..

Occupational Objectives: Successful graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions in one of the following concentration areas:

  • Print Graphic Design
  • Web Graphic Design
  • UI / UX Design
  • Multimedia Arts & Animation
  • Film & Video Editing
  • Motion Design

Required Courses

Course NameCreditsTerm TakenGrade
ART 131 - Two-Dimensional Design Credits: 3
ART 141 - Typography I Credits: 3
ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics Credits: 3
ART 130 - Introduction to Multimedia Credits: 3
PHT 101 - Photography I Credits: 3
ART 287 - Portfolio and Resume Preparation Credits: 1
ART/PHT ___ - Concentration Course Credits: 3
ART/PHT ___ - Concentration Course Credits: 3
ART/PHT ___ - Art or Photography Elective Credits: 3
ART/PHT ___ - Art or Photography Elective Credits: 3

Total minimum credits: 29

Students must complete at least two courses in one concentration listed below and must compete two elective courses.  Electives can be any course or combination of courses from any concentration area.  A student may also complete an additional concentration by taking at least two courses for another concentration. 

Print Design Concentration Courses: ART 142 ART 251 ART 252 

Motion Graphics Concentration Courses: ART 203 ART 207 ART 270

Web Design Concentration Courses:  ART 116 ART 117 

Video Concentration Courses: PHT 130 PHT 131

UI/UX Concentration Courses: ART 263 ART 264

Electives: ART 190 PHT 201 

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