Foundations of Visual Communication
This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Foundations of Visual Communication is designed to prepare students for entry level employment in the graphic design and production industry. Coursework and experiences include necessary training in creative branding and graphic design. Students will learn how to create effective visual solutions to meet customer goals. Entry level employment opportunities are available in a variety of fields including: corporations, design agencies and manufacturers. Students interested in continuing their studies may choose to pursue the Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Visual Communication: Design, Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Visual Communication: Creative Branding, Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Visual Communication: Digital Process Management and Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Visual Communication (3052) where these courses apply.
This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Foundations of Visual Communication (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5004N
Total credits required
9-10
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Fall 2025
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Develop visual concepts in response to communication problems including visual organization of information hierarchy.
- Apply principles of design, history, theory, and criticism from a variety of perspectives for effective visual communication.
- Critique designs to evaluate their effectiveness.
- Utilize industry standard software to produce effective solutions to client-based problems.
- Demonstrate professional and collaborative practices (e.g., communication, presentation, time management, organization, and legal and ethical considerations).
- Communicate design ideas and solutions that recognize diverse opinions and cultural and individual differences.
- Demonstrate the use of appropriate typography and font management.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 9-10 | |
| AVC100 | Introduction to Digital Arts (1) OR | |
| Permission of Department (0) | 0-1 | |
| AVC103 | Typography in the Digital Age | 3 |
| AVC180AD | Designer`s Tools: Adobe Illustrator | 1 |
| AVC180AE | Designer's Tools: Adobe Photoshop | 1 |
| AVC180AS | Designer's Tools: Adobe InDesign | 1 |
| AVC181 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
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