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Submitter's Information
Joseph Guerrieri
Associate Professor
Los Angeles
LA Trade-Tech College
CTE Dean
Dr. Marcia Wilson
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Program Details
Advanced Graphic Design
New Program
Graphic Art and Design (103000)
09/01/25
The Advanced Graphic Design program is designed to prepare students for employment in Graphic Art and Design industries. Career opportunities for students completing this program of study include, but are not limited to:
SOC Code 271024 Graphic Designers
Students completing the Advanced Graphic Design Certificate Program will acquire the following skills and competencies:
- Advanced Design Techniques - Mastery of complex design principles, including branding, visual identity, and UX/UI design.
- Proficiency in Industry Software - Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), along with other digital tools like Sketch, Figma, and After Effects.
- Creative Problem-Solving - Ability to develop innovative design solutions tailored to diverse project requirements and audiences.
- Portfolio Development - Experience creating a professional portfolio that showcases a range of skills, including digital illustration, motion graphics, and cohesive branding projects.
- Effective Visual Communication - Expertise in crafting designs that convey messages clearly and engagingly across various media platforms.
- Project Management - Skills in planning, executing, and managing design projects, including collaboration, time management, and meeting client specifications.
- Professional Presentation & Critique - Ability to present design concepts confidently, explain design choices, and engage in constructive feedback sessions.
- Industry Awareness - Understanding of current trends, ethical practices, and inclusivity in the design field, preparing students for a dynamic and diverse work environment.
20 students are expected to complete each year
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
- A.A. Degree (A)
The Advanced Graphic Design program is designed for students who have foundational knowledge in graphic design and seek to refine their skills to a professional level. This program offers an in-depth exploration of advanced design concepts, including branding, user experience (UX) design, digital illustration, and motion graphics. Students will gain mastery over industry-standard software, develop sophisticated design solutions, and learn to execute projects across multiple media platforms. Through a series of complex, real-world projects, students will build a diverse and polished portfolio that demonstrates their ability to think creatively, solve design challenges, and communicate visually in a compelling and effective way. The program prepares students for careers in design, advertising, digital media, and other creative industries and aligns with transfer requirements for university-level design programs when desired.
Course Units and Hours
33
21
54
Course Report
Students completing the courses in the Advanced Graphic Design program will attain advanced design techniques, proficiency in industry software, creative problem-solving, portfolio development, effective visual communication, project management, professional presentation & critique, and industry awareness.
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester |
Viscom 100 | Graphic Design I | 3 | S1 |
Viscom 129 | Adobe Photoshop | 3 | S1 |
Viscom 118 | Adobe Illustrator | 3 | S1 |
Viscom 112 | Design History and Production | 3 | S2 |
Viscom 114 | Typography | 3 | S2 |
Viscom 126 | Portfolio Development I | 3 | S2 |
Viscom 115 | Graphic Design II | 3 | S3 |
Viscom 119 | InDesign | 3 | S3 |
Viscom 116 | Advertising Design Concepts | 3 | S3 |
Viscom 135 | Web Graphics | 3 | S4 |
Viscom 132 | Portfolio Development II | 3 | S4 |
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Marcia Wilson
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New Program
The college has a Visual Communications program. This stackable certificate and degree will consist of courses from the Visual Communications discipline.
Graphic Art and Design
Cerritos
East LA
El Camino College
Glendale
LA City
LA Harbor
LA Pierce
LA Valley
Long Beach
Mount San Antonio
Pasadena
Rio Hondo
Santa Monica
We anticipate approximately 200 students annually
Technology
N/A
Submission Details
04/30/25 - 06:08 PM
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Gray Rakow Super User · 05/02/25
As required by the LARC Program Recommendation Process, which is outlined on the LARC Program Recommendation webpage (https://losangelesrc.org/program-recommendation/), the LA Workforce Council Voting Members must be included in the collegial consultation process for new programs. If you have not already done so, please reach out to the LAWC voting members at colleges with similar programs (per your issued LMI report from LA COE) within the next week to ensure that any concerns or questions may be addressed prior to the upcoming business meeting. The current voting members are always available in the Resources section of the LARC Program Recommendation webpage. Please feel free to reach out with any questions (grakow@pasadena.edu).