Graphic Design

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Sample Schedule

The schedule below shows how the requirements for this degree may be met in four semesters. For some students, fulfilling degree requirements may take more than four semesters to complete. When planning your schedule, you should consult with your advisor.

First Semester (15 Credit Hours)

  • ENG 101 Composition I (3)
  • ART 102 Foundation Drawing I (3)
  • ART 104 Design I (3)
  • ART 109 Art Portal (2)
  • SUNY General Education approved course in Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) (3)
  • Health/Physical Education (HPE) Elective (1)

Second Semester (18 Credit Hours)

  • ENG 102 Introduction to Reading Literature (3)
  • ART 100 Art History: Prehistory to Middle Ages (3) OR ART 101 Art History: Renaissance to Modern Art (3)
  • ART 103 Foundation Drawing II (3)
  • ART 105 Design II (3)
  • ART 115 Computer Imaging (3)
  • SUNY General Education approved course in US History and Civic Engagement (3) OR World History and Global Awareness (3)

Third Semester (16 Credit Hours)

  • ART 100 Art History: Prehistory to Middle Ages (3) OR ART 101 Art History: Renaissance to Modern Art (3)
  • ART 215 Graphic Design I (3)
  • ART 225 Typography: Evolution & Application (3)
  • ART 251 Portfolio Prep (1)
  • Approved Art Elective (3)
  • COM 100 Human Communication (3) OR COM 110 Public Speaking (3)

Fourth Semester (15 Credit Hours)

  • ART 116 Computer Publishing (3)
  • ART 216 Graphic Design II (3)
  • ART 220 Graphic Illustration (3) OR ART 222 Design for the Web (3)
  • Approved Art Elective (3)
  • SUNY General Education approved course in Mathematics (and Quantitative Reasoning) (3)

Schedule Updated: March 13, 2024