Graphic designers are in demand in publishing, marketing, videography, public relations and Web development departments. While crafting logos, posters and brochures, graphic designers may also design electronic media such as websites, videos and social media campaigns.
Web developers create attractive, easy-to-navigate websites. As the field booms, the need for Web developers will increase 8 percent by 2029.
In College of the Mainland’s Graphic Design/Web Design program, students will explore how to combine color, typography, and space to produce eye-catching designs. Repeatedly, COM students have earned awards and recognition for their exemplary work. The program prepares students to enter the workforce.
Stackable Credentials
Stackable Credentials
Full-Time Schedules
Certificate - Graphic Design (Full-Time)
Certificate - Web Design (Full-Time)
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design/Web Design (Full-Time)
Certificate - Graphic Design
Level One Certificate
A concentrated one-year degree program prepares students for careers in graphic design and media publishing. Through hands-on training and projects, students acquire the skills necessary to be successful in entry-level positions in advertising, publishing or related industries.
Full-Time Student Schedule
| Semester #1 (Fall) | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ARTC 1302 | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| IMED 1316 | Web Design I | 3 |
| ARTS 2313 | Graphic Design | 3 |
| ARTV 1351 | Digital Video | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Semester #2 (Spring) | ||
| ARTC 1353 | Computer Illustration | 3 |
| ARTC 2347 | Design Communication II | 3 |
| ARTV 2341 | Advanced Digital Video | 3 |
| IMED 2315 | Web Design II | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Semester #3 (Summer) | ||
| ARTC 1349 | Art Direction I | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 3 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 27 | |
Certificate - Web Design
Level One Certificate
A concentrated one-year degree program prepares students for careers in web design and video production. Through hands-on training and projects, students acquire the skills necessary to be successful in entry-level positions in web publishing, video production or related industries.
Full-Time Student Schedule
| Semester #1 (Fall) | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ARTC 1302 | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| ARTS 2313 | Graphic Design | 3 |
| IMED 1316 | Web Design I | 3 |
| ARTV 1351 | Digital Video | 3 |
| ARTS 2348 | Digital Media | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #2 (Spring) | ||
| IMED 2315 | Web Design II | 3 |
| BUSI 2304 | Business Report Writing and Correspondence | 3 |
| ARTC 2347 | Design Communication II | 3 |
| ARTV 2341 | Advanced Digital Video | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 27 | |
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design/Web Design
A concentrated two-year degree program prepares students for careers in graphic design, web design, digital publishing/printing, and multimedia design/development. Through hands-on training and projects, students acquire the skills necessary to be successful in industry. An internship program helps bridge the gap from formal training to full-time employment. Articulation agreements exist between local high schools for this program.
Full-Time Student Schedule
| Semester #1 (Fall) | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS 2313 | Graphic Design | 3 |
| ARTV 1351 | Digital Video | 3 |
| ARTC 1302 | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| IMED 1316 | Web Design I | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #2 (Spring) | ||
| ARTC 2347 | Design Communication II | 3 |
| IMED 2315 | Web Design II | 3 |
| ARTV 2341 | Advanced Digital Video | 3 |
| ARTC 1353 | Computer Illustration | 3 |
| MATH 1332 | Contemporary Math (Quantitative Reasoning) | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 (Summer) | ||
| ARTC 1349 | Art Direction I | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 3 | |
| Semester #4 (Fall) | ||
| ARTC 1327 | Typography | 3 |
| ARTS 2348 | Digital Media | 3 |
| GRPH 2309 | Digital Pre-Press | 3 |
| PHIL 2306 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Semester #5 (Spring) | ||
| ARTC 2388 | Internship - Commercial and Advertising Art | 3 |
| ARTC 2335 | Portfolio Development for Graphic Design | 3 |
| BUSI 2304 | Business Report Writing and Correspondence | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| U S History I | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Art Appreciation | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| American Music | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 60 | |