Master Syllabus AR1493, Intro to Graphic Design

Credits 3 Lab Hours 2 Lecture Hours 1 Clinical Hours 0
Course Description
In this course students explore careers and design areas, and learn fundamentals of effective visual communication. Strong emphasis is placed on creative thinking skills as students use current technology and software to complete course assignments in the computer lab.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The mission of the Humanities and Social Sciences is to foster an appreciation of the role that the humanities and social sciences has played in the evolution of civilized society and to explore the ways that an understanding of theory and practice in philosophy, the social and behavioral sciences, the fine arts, and written and oral expression will enable students to participate thoughtfully in a global society.

Academic Year
AY2025-26
SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.

Course Outcomes
  1. The student will be able to identify the different areas of graphic design.
  2. The student will demonstrate an understanding of type and typography.
  3. The student will be able to use current software and hardware to solve design problems.
  4. The student will use the language of design as a means to developing or critiquing a design.
Course Outline
  1. History of graphic design
  2. The areas of graphic design
  3. Lettering and typography
  4. Elements and principles of design
  5. Printing and production
  6. Introduction to hardware and software skills
  7. Assigned problems
Instructional Methods
  1. Lecture and demonstration
  2. Class discussion
  3. Hands-on studio assignments
  4. Field trips
  5. Individual and group critique
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Assigned textbook
  2. Use of consumer magazines, trade magazines and newspapers
  3. Video
  4. Internet
Methods of Assessment

Outcome 5.

  1. The student will research and develop designs and then evaluate the results, making changes to the design as needed.

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Seward County Community College (SCCC) is committed to ensuring digital and physical accessibility for all students, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. In alignment with the U.S. Department of Justice Title II accessibility compliance deadlines, SCCC continues to enhance the accessibility of its instructional materials, technology, and online content.

SCCC utilizes tools to evaluate and improve the accessibility of digital course content and help the College reach its compliance goals.

If you need support or academic accommodations due to a documented disability, please contact the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or visit the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic Building, Room A149.

To promote equal access, SCCC strives to provide captions and transcripts for all course videos and multimedia materials. If you encounter any issues with captions, transcripts, or other accessibility features in this course, please notify your instructor immediately so the issue can be addressed and corrected as quickly as possible.

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