2020-2021 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
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Graphic Arts Certificate of Achievement



Upon successful completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Graphic Arts, the student will demonstrate skills, knowledge, and training for entry-level employment in the field of graphic design and layout. Specific job titles include but are not limited to the following: Computer Typesetter, Paste-Up Artist, Cartoonist, Graphic Layout and Design, Ad Artist, Computer Artist, Photo Restoration, Photo Manipulation, and Scanner Operator. The student will demonstrate ability to create graphic designs and documents using electronic desktop publishing software, create artwork using digital design software, design World Wide Web pages, and design pre-press publications.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate the skills required to complete project based documents using a graphic design software.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of graphic design concepts and principles.
  3. Demonstrate proficient skills of Typography.
  4. Demonstrate ability to create graphic designs and documents using electronic desktop publishing software, create artwork using digital design software, design World Wide Web pages, and design pre-press publications.

Restricted Electives


Minimum Units Required: 30


Complete all courses with a grade of “C” or better.

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