Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology, AAS

Program Code: A30180

(2021*03)

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.

Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology, AAS Semester-By-Semester Plan

General Education Hours: 15-16 Hours

Major Hours: 54 Hours

Core: 20 Hours

GRA 121 - Graphic Arts I Credits: 4
GRA 151 - Computer Graphics I Credits: 2
GRA 152 - Computer Graphics II Credits: 2
GRA 221 - Graphic Arts II Credits: 4
GRA 255 - Image Manipulation I Credits: 2
GRA 256 - Image Manipulation II Credits: 2
GRD 141 - Graphic Design I Credits: 4

Other Major Hours: 34 Hours

Required Courses: 29 Hours

ACA 111 - College Student Success Credits: 1
or ACA 122 - College Transfer Success Credits: 1
GRA 110 - Graphic Arts Orientation Credits: 2
GRA 153 - Computer Graphics III Credits: 2
GRA 154 - Computer Graphics IV Credits: 2
GRA 222 - Graphic Arts III Credits: 4
GRD 142 - Graphic Design II Credits: 4
GRD 167 - Photographic Imaging I Credits: 3
GRD 265 - Digital Print Production Credits: 3
GRD 271 - Multimedia Design I Credits: 2
GRD 273 - New Media Design Communication Credits: 2
GRD 280 - Portfolio Design Credits: 4

Select 5 Hours from the following:

GRD 168 - Photographic Imaging II Credits: 3
PRN 155 - Screen Printing I Credits: 2
WBL 111 - Work-Based Learning I Credits: 1
WBL 112 - Work-Based Learning I Credits: 2

Total Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology, AAS: 69-70 Credits

For more information:

Dwight Downie
Graphics Program Chair/Instructor/Printing Services Manager
Science/LAP (Building 027), Room 135
Phone: (252) 527-6223, ext. 604
Fax: (252) 233-6879
Email: dadownie70@lenoircc.edu

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Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology, AAS

General Education Hours: 15-16 Hours

English: 6 Hours

Social/Behavioral Sciences: 3 Hours

Humanities/Fine Arts: 3 Hours

Math/Natural Sciences: 3-4 Hours