The computer has revolutionized the field. New occupations include web page designer, multi-media designer, and video designers are emerging each year. This program prepares students with high tech tools to enter the new digital workplace. Students work in both PC and Macintosh environments, in four computer labs with over fifty digital workstations. First-year students begin with a series of foundation courses in drawing, design, desktop publishing, and studio skills.
Emphasis is placed on creativity, mastery of concept, and the computer.
To help students master today's industry standard hardware and software, students use PowerMac 8500s, Dell and Gateway PCs, color scanners, color printers, process cameras, large format cameras, photography studios, and a dye sublimation printer. Students have the opportunity to develop a professional portfolio. Graphic Arts Technology, Associate in Applied Science Degree Graphic arts technology connects the computer with the printing press. Graduates of this program understand graphic design and communicate in the language of the designer. They also understand how jobs are printed and the technical requirements to meet the client's specifications.