Associate of Science - Graphic Design and Printing
Riverside City College
About this program
Associate of Science - Graphic Design and Printing
This program prepares students for a wide variety of careers in graphic design and commercial printing. This includes instruction in graphic design, production graphics, electronic prepress, digital printing, offset printing, screen printing, finishing, bindery, and business management, using the latest equipment and software available within a live, production facility. Classes are structured to give strong academic and hands-on experience for entry into the graphic communication industry.
Associate of Science Degree
The Associate of Science Degree in Graphic Design and Printing will be awarded upon completion of the degree requirements, including general education and other graduation requirements as described in the college catalog.
Admission requirements
RCC has only two international student admission requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent OR over the age of 18 (minors may be considered for special admission)
- TOEFL iBT 45 or equivalent
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Graphic Design Emphasis
Semester 1
- ADM-1
- ADM-2A
- ADM-2B
Semester 2
- ADM-71A
- ADM-77A
- ADM-62
Semester 3
- ADM-63A
- ADM-85A
- ADM-55
Semester 4
- ADM-70
- ADM-84A
- ADM-63B or
- ADM-71B or
- ADM-77B
Commercial Printing Emphasis
Semester 1
- ADM-1
- ADM-2A
- ADM-2B
Semester 2
- ADM-71A
- ADM-77A
- ADM-85A
Semester 3
- ADM-63A
- ADM-84A
- ADM-55
Semester 4
- ADM-70
- ADM-84B
- ADM-85B
Cross-Discipline Emphasis
Semester 1
- ADM-1
- ADM-2A
- ADM-2B
Semester 2
- ADM-71A
- ADM-77A
- ADM-85A
Semester 3
- ADM-63A
- ADM-84A
- ADM-55
Semester 4
ADM-70
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the college website for more information.
Program delivery
This Program Pathway will allow a full-time student to complete this program in 12-18 months. For students who require a part time pathway, please see a counselor for more information.
Tuition
Tution fees: $394 per unit for international students.
Qualification
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with clients and co-workers.
- Demonstrate ethical, economic, civic, and moral responsibility.
- Compare print-focused and graphic communication techniques in successful marketing and promotional strategies, including successful elements in effective advertisement practices.
- Evaluate and assign the proper ink and substrate to a variety of printed projects.
- Calculate costs of paper and ink to offer value and alternatives to a client.
- Complete a preflight and prepress checklist and prepare a project for print.
- Demonstrate proper set-up, safe operation, and clean-up of printing press equipment.
- Demonstrate the ability to estimate costs, document materials and time spent on production, and an ability to meet deadlines.
- Create and print a project suitable for a portfolio that demonstrates effective design and proper production technique.
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Riverside City College
Riverside City College (RCC) is one of the best colleges in the USA for many international students. RCC was founded in 1916 and is located in beautiful Southern California close beaches and many other major attractions in Los Angeles, San...
Why study at Riverside City College
Affordable
Save over $80,00 (compare with UC) and receive up to $2,500 international student scholarship.
Great Location
Located in Southern California near Los Angeles, just a 1-hour drive to the beach, mountains, and theme parks.
Easy Admission
No SAT/ACT and low TOEFL/IELTS Score requirement. Just three simple and fast admission steps.
Safe Community
24/7 on-campus police service and support. Low campus crime rate.
Transfer Opportunities
Transfer 2+2 to top US Universities including UCLA, UCB, Columbia, USC, and more!
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