Digital Arts Technology: Digital Graphics for Print & Screen Certificate

Program code: DATX-CC-DGP

Location: Naugatuck Valley

Program Description

Students who complete the Digital Graphics for Print & Screen Certificate will be able to design two and three-dimensional graphics for both print and digital applications for use in Graphic art production, electronic publishing, broadcast, and web design. Certificate credits also apply to the Digital Arts Technology degree program and for transfer to BA/ BS programs at other colleges.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate efficient time management and organizational practices.
  2. Practice effective communication both independently and as part of a team.
  3. Recognize and use product development workflow that will facilitate project completion.
  4. Apply a combination of advanced techniques and development tools to create professional level digital and print media.
  5. Design professional looking graphics utilizing the appropriate tools for each project.
  6. Complete significant projects resulting in a robust portfolio.

Courses in this program require access to a computer studio class or a student must have a computer with specialized software (including Adobe Creative Cloud and others as industry dictates) to take the FLEX courses.

Certificate Requirements

Required Courses
DAT 1111Foundations of Web Development3
DAT 1221Digital Layout3
DAT 1211Digital Graphics3
DAT 1000Graphic Design for DAT3
DAT 2131Multi-platform Web Development3
DAT 2211Image Compositing3
or DAT 2221 Vector Imaging
Total Credits18