Program Description
The graphic design degree prepares the student for
employment in the field of graphic communication.
Emphasis is placed on the creative application of
design principles and problem solving in graphic
design and communication, using both traditional
and industry standard digital tools. You will learn
the art of creating logos, brochure and publication
design, page layout and typography for print, web,
and interactive applications.
Appropriate courses may be used toward
development of marketable skills, for vocational
interests, or for possible transfer to a four-year
institution. A student interested in the Graphic
Design AAS or Certificate curricula should consult
an academic adviser in the Media Arts &
Technologies Department.
For more information please visit:
https://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/EDU/Departme
nt2.aspx?id=27497
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be
able to:
Demonstrate solid foundation skills and
competency in a range of media, techniques,
and knowledge of associated processes to
create products for a specified purpose or
audience.
Apply visual problem solving that employs
appropriate technical skills and techniques.
Evaluate the creativity of ideas and concepts
for visual communication.
Program Advisors
Rockville
Prof. Patricia Johannsen
240-567-7517
patricia.johannsen@montgomerycollege.edu
Prof. Martha Vaughan
240-567-7521
martha.vaughan@montgomerycollege.edu
For more information please visit:
https://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/EDU/Department2.as
px?id=27497
GRAPHIC DESIGN
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE: 304A
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Edition: 2018-2019
GRAPHIC DESIGN
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE: 304A
304A
2018-2019
Suggested 4-Semester Course Sequence
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review this advising guide and
consult an advisor. Visit https://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/EDU/Department2.aspx?id=27497 for more
information.
Third Semester
GDES 212 – Publication Design with InDesign
4 semester hours
GDES 216 – Illustrator for Vector Graphics
4 semester hours
GDES 218 – Graphic Design for the Web
4 semester hours
Behavioral and social sciences distribution
3 semester hours (BSSD)
Fourth Semester
GDES 224 – Graphic Design III
3 semester hours
TVRA 140 – Video Editing
3 semester hours
Program elective
3 semester hours
Natural science distribution with lab
4 semester hours (NSLD)
Total Credit Hours: 60
Advising Notes
*ENGL 101/ENGL 101A, if needed for ENGL 102/103, or GDES elective.
Choose one 3-credit elective from ARTT 105, ARTT 205, GDES 134, PHOT 161, TECH 272. Or choose one 4-credit elective
from GDES 140 or GDES 230.
‡ ‡ Although this degree is designed to be completed in 60 credits, a student may opt to take a 4-credit elective, which would be
a total of 61 credits. Please see an advisor in the Graphic Design program.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE: 304A
First Semester
ARTT 100 – Introduction to Drawing
3 semester hours (ARTD)
ENGL 101 – Introduction to College Writing
3 semester hours*
GDES 116 – Digital Tools for the Visual Arts
4 semester hours
Second Semester
ARTT 102 – Introduction to 2D Design
3 semester hours (GEEL)
GDES 121 – Fundamentals of Graphic Design I
3 semester hours
English foundation
3 semester hours (ENGF)
Third Semester
GDES 124 – Fundamentals of Graphic Design II
3 semester hours
GDES 214 – Photoshop for Graphics and
Photography
4 semester hours
Mathematics foundation
3 semester hours
Advising Notes
*ENGL 101/ENGL 101A, if needed for ENGL 102/103, or GDES elective.
Choose one 3-credit elective from ARTT 105, ARTT 205, GDES 134, PHOT 161, TECH 272. Or choose one 4-credit elective
from GDES 140 or GDES 230.
‡ ‡ Although this degree is designed to be completed in 60 credits, a student may opt to take a 4-credit elective, which would be
a total of 61 credits. Please see an advisor in the Graphic Design program.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE: 304A
Suggested 6-Semester Course Sequence
A suggested course sequence for part-time students follows. All students should review this advising guide and
consult an advisor. Visit https://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/EDU/Department2.aspx?id=27497 for more
information.
GRAPHIC DESIGN AAS (R): 304A
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Editions 17-18 through 18-19
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Course Hours Grade
ENGL 101 or ENGL 101A (if needed for ENGL102/103 or GDES Elective)*
GD 116/GDES 116 4
GD 121/GDES 121 3
GD 124/GDES 124 3
GD 212/GDES 212 4
GD 214/GDES 214 4
GD 216/GDES 216 4
GD 218/GDES 218 4
GD 224/GDES 224 3
TR 110/TVRA 140 3
PROGRAM ELECTIVE ‡
Overall GPA of 2.0 is required to graduate
Total Credits:
Graphic Design Web Page
GENERAL EDUCATION: DISTRIBUTION COURSES Course Hours Grade
Arts or Humanities Distribution (ARTD or HUMD)
AR 101/ARTT 100 3
Behavioral & Social Sciences Distribution (BSSD)
3
Natural Sciences Distribution with Lab (NSLD)
4
General Education Elective (GEEL)
AR 103/ARTT 102 3
General Education Elective (GEEL)
AR 108/ARTT 201 3
GENERAL EDUCATION: FOUNDATION COURSES Course Hours Grade
English Foundation (EN 102/ENGL 102 or EN 109/ENGL 103)
3
Math Foundation (MATH 110, 115, 117, 120, 130, 150, 165, 170, or 181)
CONSULT COUNSELING FACULTY/FACULTY ADVISOR ABOUT CHOICE
The graphic design degree prepares the student for employment in the field of graphic communication, or
for possible transfer to a four-year institution. Emphasis is placed on the creative application of design
principles and problem solving in graphic design and communication, using both traditional and industry
standard digital tools.
This degree is a career program and may not readily transfer to four year colleges/universities (except in special cases.) Visit transfer planning for more information.
* ENGL 101, if needed for ENGL 102/103 or GDES elective.
This UNOFFICIAL document is for planning purposes ONLY and completion does not guarantee graduation.
Last Modified: July 2018
Advising Worksheet Contact:
Anthony Solano
See an advisor to submit an Application for Graduation
the semester BEFORE you intend to graduate.
Choose one 3-credit elective from AR 105/ARTT 105 , AR 115/ARTT 205 , GD 134/GDES 134 ,
PG 161/PHOT 161 , CMAP 272/TECH 272 . Or choose one 4-credit elective from
GD 140/GDES 140 or GD230/GDES 230 . Please note that if a student opts to take a 4-credit
elective, the credit total will be 61. Please see an advisor in the Graphic Design program.
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GRAPHIC DESIGN
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE: 304A
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