Graphic Design (CEC)

Major code:  5502
Business, Engineering, and Information Technology Division 
Digital Media and Administrative Technologies Department

The catalog in force is assigned to students based on the academic year they first applied to the college, and changes only when students change their major or request the change in writing.  Refer to Policy No. 3357:15-13-28.

2026-27 Catalog
Effective Summer 2026

Some courses listed within the program may require a prerequisite or co-requisite.
Pre/Co-requisites will be listed within each course hyperlink below.
Refer to Policy No. 3357:15-13-04 and 3357:15-13-05

IMT122Graphic Arts Design3
IMT131Color Theory and Design3
IMT137Drawing Basics3
IMT141Typography Fundamentals3
IMT253Graphics For Illustration3
Total Hours15

Student Advising Notes

Academic Advising

Students should make an appointment to see their advisor before registering for classes each semester. They should have prepared a completed registration form, including courses they wish to take, prior to this meeting.

Plan of Study Grid
First SemesterHours
IMT122 Graphic Arts Design 3
IMT131 Color Theory and Design 3
IMT141 Typography Fundamentals 3
 Hours9
Second Semester
IMT137 Drawing Basics 3
IMT253 Graphics For Illustration 3
 Hours6
 Total Hours15

The classes in this certificate also apply toward the completion of a Computer Graphic Arts Degree (5500).

Program Learning Outcomes

This program is designed to prepare students to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:

  • Use industry standard software to apply 2D design principles and produce computer graphic layouts. 

  • Generate and develop digital materials to communicate diverse concepts and ideas.