Montgomery College 2024-2025 Catalog 
    
    Nov 21, 2024  
Montgomery College 2024-2025 Catalog

Illustration Area of Concentration, Graphic Design AAS: 305


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(R): 305

The illustration area of concentration prepares the student for work in a variety of illustration markets including narrative, animation, gaming, sequential, editorial, advertising, and concept art. Some students choose to continue their studies and have been successful transferring to four-year institutions with resulting portfolio. Emphasis is placed on creating visual interpretations of subjects, conceptualizing, communicating, and refining technical skills using both traditional and digital media while preparing a portfolio.

General Education Course Selections


Click here to view the Foundation/Distribution Courses  for selection to fulfill the General Education course requirements.

Suggested Course Sequence


Students should complete the required English and Math foundation courses within the first 24 credit hours. All students should review the Program Advising Guide and consult an advisor.

First Semester


Second Semester


Fourth Semester


Total Credit Hours: 60


* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or any GDES elective.

** AAS programs require one 3-credit Arts or Humanities General Education course.

Program Outline / Degree Requirements


General Education Requirements


Foundation Courses


Distribution Courses


General Education Elective


Total Credit Hours: 60


* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or any GDES elective.

** AAS programs require one 3-credit Arts or Humanities General Education course.

Program Outcomes


Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate solid foundation skills and competency in a range of media, techniques, and knowledge of associated processes to create products for a specified purpose or audience.

  • Apply visual problem solving that employs appropriate technical skills and techniques.

  • Evaluate the creativity of ideas and use of concepts for visual communication.

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