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Graphic Communications Management Area  120-122 hours
University Studies Requirements (43-44 hours):
Scientific Inquiry, Methodologies, and Quantitative Skills:
CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry 1
MAT 117 Mathematical Concepts or
MAT 140 College Algebra
MAT 135 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Social and Self-Awareness and Responsible Citizenship:
ECO 140 Contemporary Economics or
ECO 230 Principles of Maroeconomics or
ECO 231 Principles of Microeconomics
University Studies Electives:
CSC 125 Internet and Web Page Design

Required Courses (53-57 hours):
ACC 200 Principles of Financial Accounting
ART 111 Two-dimensional Design or
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer Aided Drafting
ENG 324 Technical Writing
GCM 099 Transitions
GCM 151 Introduction to Print Media Management
GCM 153 Electronic Imaging
GCM 250 Fundamentals of Photography
GCM 252 Digital Image Conversion
GCM 342 Finishing and Distribution
GCM 352 Press Image Transfer I
GCM 354 Principles of Estimating
GCM 365 Customer Service in Print Media
GCM 441 Desktop Multimedia
GCM 442 Digital Interactive Technology
GCM 454 Color Management and Quality Control
IET 399 Professional Develop Seminar I
IET 488 Cooperative Education/Internship
MGT 350 Fundamentals of Management
MKT 360 Principles of Marketing
OSH 300 level Elective (approved by advisor)
Required Electives (24 hours from the following):
Graphic Design Option:
ART 101 Drawing I: Introduction to Drawing
ART 111 Two-Dimensional Design
ART 350 Introduction to Graphic Design I: Digital Art
ART 351 Graphic Design II: Type and Image
ART 352 Graphic Design III: Layout and Introduction to Design Systems
ART 451 Graphic Design IV: Systems Design
Approved Elective
Approved Elective
Photography:
GCM 350 Basic Color Photography
GCM 357 Industrial Photography
GCM 358 Commercial Photography
GCM 359 Publication Photography
GCM 360 Portraiture Photography
GCM 440 Electronic Digital Photography
Approved Elective
Approved Elective
Management:
COM 384 Communication Skills for Professionals
COM 461 Persuasive Communication
GCM 340 Introduction to Gravure
ITD 107 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer Aided Drafting
ITD 492 Plant Layout and Material Handling
MGT 551 Organizational Behavior
Approved Elective
Approved Elective

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