Graphic Communication Courses

AD 118 Introduction to Graphic Communication
4 credit hours
Offered: Fall, winter

Introduction to graphic communication concepts with the development
of hand skills. Emphasis is placed on the use of process, pattern and
color concepts.


AD 218 Graphic Communication: Studio Practices
4 credit hours
Offered: Winter
Prerequisite: AD 118

Introduction to the use of typography. Emphasis is placed on the use of
process, letterform, layout and computer skills.

AD 318 Graphic Communication: Seminar
4 credit hours
Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 218

A study of layout and design. Emphasis is placed on the use of process,
design concept, complex layout and computer skills.

AD 418 Graphic Communication: Seminar
4 credit Hours
Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 318 and junior standing or instructor’s
permission

A study of client-based graphic problems. Emphasis is placed on the use
of process, market research, design concept, advanced layout and com-
puter skills.