The Graphic Arts Certificate is a 34 credit hour program designed to introduce you to the primary graphic arts skills. For more advanced studies see Graphic Arts Diploma.
Career and Ministry Opportunities
- Church Staff – Graphic Artist, Visual Media Director
- Lay Ministry – Promotion Team Member, Media Team Member, Deacon/Elder of Worship
- Other – Freelance Artist, Graphic Artist
Program Goals
Upon graduation, the student will
- Have a general knowledge of the Bible and its doctrines.
- Understand how to develop a growing relationship with God, in Christ, through the Spirit.
- Understand the foundational skills of an artist.
- Have 1st year college level skills in graphic design.
Core Bible and Theology – 12 credit hours
Art Foundations – 11 credit hours
2 credit hours
An introduction to the theory, practice and language of visual arts. The class will focus on how art communicates, how to analyze and interpret it and how it is a reflection of the culture that produced it.
3 credit hours
An introduction to basic observational drawing concepts: line, space, form and perspective. Gain awareness and skills to create on paper what your eye sees.
3 credit hours
An introduction to the abstract elements of line, texture, shape, space, color, values and patterns. Employ basic media techniques and tools with emphasis on craftsmanship.
3 credit hours
An introduction to photography. Provides foundational instruction in digital based photographic imagery. Learn to plan and produce digital images that demonstrate an understanding of composition, light, color and visual impact. Prerequisite: ART-110.
Graphic Arts – 11 credit hours
3 credit hours
A study of the art of typography. An emphasis is placed on the history of type, anatomy of letter forms and appropriate uses of prescribed type faces. Prerequisite: ART-210
3 credit hours
An introduction to the use of graphics software. Develop competence and familiarity with terminologies, components and procedures in the creation of typography and illustration using graphics software. Prerequisite: ART-110.
3 credit hours
An introduction to the preparation of graphic design and advertising art for reproduction, including the essentials of art work, boards, rules, type, grounds, and printing production. Prerequisite: ART-230, ART-250
2 credit hours
Apply visual art in a real-world setting. Build practical skill and gain experience through work in a professional setting. Church or para-church ministry settings will be given priority.