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Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology

Curriculum Description

The Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the printing, publishing, packaging and related industries.

Students will receive hands-on training in computer publishing, imaging technology, offset lithography, screen printing and emerging printing technologies. Training may also include flexography, graphic design and multimedia.

Graduates should qualify for career opportunities within the printing and publishing industries.

The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Associate in Applied Science

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NC CIP: 50.0409
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POS Approved: Fall 2022

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
GRA 110 Graphic Arts Orientation 2 0 0 2
GRA 121 Graphic Arts I 2 4 0 4
GRA 151 Computer Graphics I 1 3 0 2
GRA 161 Computer Graphics Apps I 0 3 0 1
GRD 141 Graphic Design I 2 4 0 4
Select one:
Introduction to Computers (2) (2) (0) (3)
  OR        
Basic PC Literacy 1 2 0 2
  Total: 8 16 0 15

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry 3 0 0 3
GRA 152 Computer Graphics II 1 3 0 2
GRA 162 Computer Graphics Apps II 0 3 0 1
GRA 221 Graphic Arts II 2 4 0 4
GRA 255 Image Manipulation I 1 3 0 2
___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective ** ** 0 3
  Total: 7 13 0 15

Summer Term

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
ENG 114 Prof Research & Reporting 3 0 0 3
GRD 265 Digital Print Production 1 4 0 3
GRD 271 Multimedia Design I 1 3 0 2
Select one:
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy 2 2 0 3
  OR        
Quantitative Literacy (2) (2) (0) (3)
  Total: 7 9 0 11

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
GRA 222 Graphic Arts III 2 4 0 4
GRA 256 Image Manipulation II 1 3 0 2
PRN 221 Offset Press Operations 1 4 0 3
Select one:
Interpersonal Psychology 3 0 0 3
  OR        
General Psychology (3) (0) (0) (3)
  Total: 7 11 0 12

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
GRA 153 Computer Graphics III 1 3 0 2
GRA 257 Image Manipulation III 1 3 0 2
PRN 131 Flexography I 2 4 0 4
PRN 155 Screen Printing I 1 3 0 2
Select one:
Introduction to Business 3 0 0 3
  OR        
Small Business Management (3) (0) (0) (3)
  Total: 8 13 0 13

Total Credit Hours: 66

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110

Hours will vary depending on course selection.

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