Career Opportunities

Production designer, layout artist, print production coordinator, and project manager. Students may also elect to complete a bachelor’s degree in graphic design.

Recommended High School Subjects

Academic subjects with strong emphasis on communication, analytical skills, and aesthetics are helpful. Geometry and some training in art are desirable.

Special Equipment Needs

See program Tool List for major.

Laptop Computer Required

• MacBook Air 13” or better (required).
• M2 Chip (recommended).
• 24+ GB RAM/unified memory.
• Laptop must include a webcam and microphone (required).
• Laptop must include a wireless network card (required).
• Broadband Internet connection when working off campus (required).
• Additional plug-ins may be required (Information Technology Services Service Desk available for assistance).
• Chromebooks and other devices running Chrome OS are prohibited.

Remediation Strategies

All incoming students must meet placement requirements in math. Students are expected to remediate any deficiencies as explained in the College Catalog (see https://www.pct.edu/catalog/admissions-policy).

Transfer Procedures

This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits ). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.

Program Goals

• demonstrate graphic design proficiency in both interactive and print media.
• create design projects with attention to form and function.
• produce design that demonstrates an understanding of image making, editing, and production formatting.
• produce design that demonstrates an understanding of display and publication typography.
• apply formal design principles to the creation of visual design solutions.
• communicate design rationale clearly using verbal and visual skills.
• apply the graphic design process to design projects.
• demonstrate proficiency with industry-standard software, hardware, and other technologies.
• demonstrate the ability to collaborate and critique through the design process. 
• produce design solutions for a diverse range of audiences and demographics. 

Performance Standards

Students must earn a grade of 'C' or better in all courses with an ART and PHO course designator to receive credit for their completion. Students earning a 'D' or below must retake courses in which they are deficient before those courses can be considered as meeting the prerequisite requirements for more advanced courses. Failure to achieve a grade of 'C' or above in a course, after the maximum attempts allowed by College policy, results in withdrawal from the major in which the course is required.