Students learn current tools, design techniques, user issues, and interface design for several different mediums. Desktop Publishing students often come to West Valley College with international degrees in art, graphic design, and advertising, with the goal of updating knowledge to include digital opportunities. Some students come with the intention of studying the web and find themselves immersed in magazine design and corporate branding. Other students come with technical backgrounds and desire to transition content knowledge to product development. The interdisciplinary nature of the program allows students to take courses as listed in the certificate and degree requirements, or to meet with faculty and create more of a customized program.
Students learn hands-on skills and conceptual design knowledge toward commercial projects.
A digital and a traditional portfolio are created along with digital and traditional resumes to assist in the transition from school to work. All Rights Reserved.