63 credits minimum

Visual Art & Design Department
South City Campus
General Information: (801) 957-4073
Program Information: (801) 957-3361
www.slcc.edu/visualart
Academic Advisor: Cindy Clark, SCC, 1.061ME (801) 957-3361
Academic Advisor: Gordon Storrs, SCC 1.061MD, (801) 957-3361

Program Faculty:
ADAMSON, Rob - Professor, BFA Drawing & Painting, MFA Drawing & Painting
BUDD, Brent - Associate Professor, BFA University of Utah
CHAMBERS, Sheila - Professor, BA Communications, MFA Illustration
CURRAN, Jessica - Assistant Professor, BS Graphic Design, MS Graphic Communications Technology Management, MFA Media Design
EREKSON, J. Chad - Assistant Professor, BFA Animation
GRAHAM, Rick - Professor, BFA Drawing & Painting, MFA Drawing & Painting
GRUENDELL, Lana - Professor, AAS Graphic Design, BFA Drawing & Painting, MEd Educational Technology
GONZALES, Kerry - Associate Professor, BFA Graphic Design
HYANS, Whitney King - Associate Professor, BS Photography, BFA Photography, MFA Photography
MARTIN, Terry - Assistant Professor, CERT Photography, AAS / AA General & Photography, BFA Equivalent Photography
REILAND, Neal - Associate Professor, BA Business Administration Marketing / Advertising
ROSENBERGER, Ed - Assistant Professor, AS General, BFA Photography
WILSON, Andrew - Assistant Professor, BA Business Administration Visual Technology / Internet Emphasis, MBA Business Administration

Visual Art & Design Department Concurrent Enrollment Liaison(s):
KOWALLIS, Brandon - Concurrent Enrollment Liaison, Instructor, BFA Photography
RICHARDSON, Trudy - Concurrent Enrollment Liaison, Instructor, BFA Drawing & Painting

Program Description: Students with an aptitude in creative problem solving, drawing, design, photography and/or computer related visual communication should consider this rapidly expanding and competitive field. The Visual Art & Design Department allows students to specialize in the following areas: Animation, Graphic Communications, Graphic Design, Illustration, Multimedia, Photography, and Web Design.

Students who elect to pursue an AS Degree in Graphic Communications will prepare themselves for entry-level work in the graphic communications industry and/or transfer to a 4-year college or university. In this associate’s program students use standard software programs, basic printing techniques, and technical procedures to prepare materials for both traditional publishing (printing) and new digital publishing technologies (tablets and digital devices, etc…). Students pursuing this AS degree will prepare themselves for successful transfer to an institution offering four-year Graphic Arts degrees.

Career Opportunities: Upon completion of this certificate, students may find entry-level design and layout positions in the Graphic Communications industry including but not limited to printing, publishing, and web design related careers. Students may elect to work in customer service, sales, design, production coordination, estimating, or prepress, etc…

Transfer/Articulation Information: This Associate of Science (AS) degree meets the requirements to satisfy the lower division general education requirements for a baccalaureate degree at all Utah public institutions of higher education. Admission into a major program at a transfer institution depends upon the receiving institution’s requirements for that major. Some major programs are restricted and require special application as well as a competitive GPA. See an Academic Advisor at both SLCC and the intended receiving institution for specific articulation information.

Program Entry Requirements:

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Recommended: Artistic and technical aptitude, familiarity with computers is essential.

Total Program/Course Fees:
Approximately $500 depending on chosen electives. Course Fees are used for maintenance and upgrade of:

• Press Equipment and Supplies
• Computers, software and supplies
• Servers, hosting, and storage space
• Technologies relating to publishing

Estimated Cost for Students: In addition to tuition and fees, and depending on chosen electives, Graphic Communications students may expect to pay an estimated $1000 for books and supplies needed for class projects in this two-year program.

Estimated Time to Completion: The AS in Graphic Communications degree can be completed in four semesters. It is recommended students wishing to finish in that amount of time follow the suggested schedule outlined below specifically in regard to the sequencing of ART courses.

Specialized Accreditation:

Program Student Learning Outcomes	Related College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes
demonstrate an understanding of current industry trends through selected reading materials, in class projects, and class trips understand the history and establishment of the printing industry as it affects the past, present, and future of graphic communications demonstrate an ability to properly follow safety regulations for working in an OSHA compliant environment create comprehensive print-ready and digital publication files that meet current industry standards	1 - Acquire Substantive Knowledge
create a detailed checklist of the information needed to create print-ready and digital project files participate both in class and online discussions using proper grammar and well thought out responses prepare and present new ideas and concepts to a group of students through class presentations and group work	2 - Communicate Effectively
prepare artwork for print and digital outputs from design through file preparation using industry leading software output projects using multiple printing processes including digital, offset, screen printing, and new printing technologies prepare artwork as color separations, knock outs, overprints, and with variable data printing when applicable safely operate printing press equipment, print, and finish projects	3 - Develop Quantitative Literacy
use critical thinking skills to prepare complex impositions, dielines, and other pertinent graphic arts industry skills use basic math calculations to estimate job pricing, commissions, discounts, cost centers, budgeted hourly rates, and paper pricing learn how math is used in the graphic arts industry by calculating basic paper weights, resolution and image sizes, and other math related problems	4 - Think Critically and Creatively
utilize industry standard software to complete print-ready documents use industry standard software to complete digital publications master industry standard prepress file preparation techniques tour and/or intern at graphic communications industry companies	5 - Civic Engagement
work in and/or tour professional printing companies work collaboratively with professional organizations such as the Printing Industries of Utah participate in hands-on printing activities at local printing companies	6 - Work Professionally and Constructively
prepare artwork for print and digital outputs from design through file preparation using industry leading software output projects using multiple printing processes including digital, offset, screen printing, and new printing technologies prepare artwork as color separations, knock outs, overprints, and with variable data printing when applicable	7 - Develop Computer and Information Literacy
work collaboratively with professional organizations such as the Printing Industries of Utah understand the history and establishment of the printing industry as it affect the past, present, and future of graphic communications prepare and present new ideas and concepts to a group of students through class presentations and group work safely operate printing press equipment, print, and finish projects	8 - Lifelong Wellness