Graphic Design Technology
Overview
- Delivery: Daytime and Evening Classes
- Start: Fall or Spring Semester, Full- or Part-Time
- Location: Rosemount Campus
Outcomes
- Graphic Design Technology — A.A.S. Degree 72 credits
- Graphic Design Technology — Diploma 64 credits
Major Description
This program prepares students to explore, plan, design and produce visual solutions to communications problems. Graphic designers work to discover the most effective way to communicate in print, on the Web, and through multimedia and interactive media projects. Students develop skills and knowledge in design concepts, layout and computer software to create multipurpose visual communications materials.
Work Environment
Performing much of their work on a computer, graphic designers work closely with internal and external clients on advertising, marketing and promotional projects for a myriad of organizations and businesses.
Potential Job Titles
- Advertising Designer
- Graphic Art Designer
- Graphic Artist
- Visual Designer
- Graphic Design Specialist
- Studio Designer
Salary Data
- Average Wage: $24.19/hour
- Top Earners: $38.67/hour
Web Site
Visit the Visual Communications Web site to access more information, including testimonials, student work, student employment, transfer opportunities and instructor biographies.
Academic Advisor
- Amy Eppen
Academic Advisor
amy.eppen@dctc.edu
651-423-8323
Dean
- Sherralyn Cox
Dean of Design and Health/Human Services
Instructors
| Mary Belanger | 651-423-8320 | mary.belanger@dctc.edu | BIO |
| DeAnn Engvall | 651-423-8457 | deann.engvall@dctc.edu | BIO |
| Connie Larson | 651-423-8529 | connie.larson@dctc.edu | BIO |
| Martin Skoro | martin.skoro@dctc.edu | BIO | |
| Peter Skoro | 651-423-8530 | peter.skoro@dctc.edu | BIO |
