Communication Design, Advanced Certificate
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KKProgram Code: 0166
Communication Design, Advanced Certificate
Related Degrees and Certificates
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Program Core | ||
| COM DSGN 101 | Introduction to Communication Design | 3 |
| COM DSGN 102 | Website Design I | 3 |
| COM DSGN 104 | Digital Photography | 3 |
| COM DSGN 132 | Publication Design | 3 |
| COM DSGN 150 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
| COM DSGN 202 | Website Design II | 3 |
| COM DSGN 212 | Motion Graphics I | 3 |
| COM DSGN 213 | Motion Graphics II | 3 |
| COM DSGN 224 | Digital Typography | 3 |
| COM DSGN 250 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
| Total Hours | 30 | |
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in earning a degree in Communications Design. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If the pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn a Basic Certificate in Print Design, a Basic Certificate in Web Page Design, an Advanced Certificate in Communication Design.
Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| COM DSGN 101 | Introduction to Communication Design | 3 |
| COM DSGN 104 | Digital Photography | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| COM DSGN 224 | Digital Typography | 3 |
| COM DSGN 150 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| COM DSGN 102 | Website Design I | 3 |
| COM DSGN 132 | Publication Design | 3 |
| COM DSGN 212 | Motion Graphics I | 3 |
| COM DSGN 250 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| COM DSGN 202 | Website Design II | 3 |
| COM DSGN 213 | Motion Graphics II | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 30 | |
Choose your courses with your College Advisor.
Careers
This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.
Prepress Technicians and Workers
Job Description
Format and proof text and images submitted by designers and clients into finished pages that can be printed. Includes digital and photo typesetting. May produce printing plates.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $26,236 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $40,271 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $75,883 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $13 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $19 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $36 |
Annual Job Openings
83 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 41.48% |
| A certificate | 9.47% |
| Some college | 20.65% |
| An Associate degree | 23.19% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 5.20% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
5.20% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Audio-Visual and Multimedia Collections Specialists
Job Description
Prepare, plan, and operate multimedia teaching aids for use in education. May record, catalogue, and file materials.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $35,418 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $62,368 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $101,283 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $17 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $30 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $49 |
Annual Job Openings
330 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 0.00% |
| A certificate | 18.05% |
| Some college | 17.66% |
| An Associate degree | 1.82% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 35.72% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 9.08% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 17.66% |
62.46% continue their education beyond an associate degree