Platt College San Diego

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Students completing the Associate of Applied Science Degree: Graphic Design Program will have acquired the technical knowledge and the creative skills necessary for an entry-level position in the commercial art field and in the rapidly expanding field of electronic publishing. These occupations could include: production artist, advertising designer, illustrator, layout artist, line artist and positions where computers have replaced manual workstations in the graphic design industry.

In addition to extensive training in design and composition, digital paint and illustration techniques and digital and traditional typography, training includes proper operation of a variety of equipment, knowledge of pre-press production, photo manipulation, and a more comprehensive understanding of the overall operation of an electronic design studio.

The general education component will provide understanding of social and behavioral sciences, environmental science, humanities, language, art history and mathematics. The emphasis is placed on people skills, critical thinking and problem solving to prepare qualified, employable and productive employees for today’s industries.

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