GRC 475 - Graphic Design IV

(3 units)

Investigate signage through environmental graphic design and branding systems, in their entirety, and produce a fully functional system from concept to implementation and application to various items. Graphic Design majors must earn at least a “C”; majors may repeat GRC courses once.

Prerequisite(s): GRC 400 with at least a “C”; GRC 410 with at least a “C”. Co-requsite(s): GRC 385.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. apply an advanced level of formal vocabulary and concepts of design in response to visual communication problems.
2. critically analyze and process design methods and research, to apply to signage systems and advertising.
3. synthesize design system protocols involving industry standards and software, while using Adobe Software.
4. relate communication theories, principles, and processes to their work and critically examine the outcomes.

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