Art + Design Department
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Programs + Certificates
(AFA) Associate of Fine Arts Degree
AFA Associate of Fine Arts Degree
ART
Associate in Fine Arts
- I. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum General Education.......................................28 Credits
- Goal 1: Written and Oral Communication......................................... 7 cr
- ENGL 1117 - Reading & Writing Critically I, 4 cr
- COMM 1114 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking, OR COMM 1130 - Interpersonal Communication, 3cr
- Goal 2: Critical Thinking MAY BE MET BY ANY COURSE IN MNTC 1-10 GOALS
- Goal 3: Natural Sciences............................................................... 3 cr
- Credits from MnTC Goal 3
- Goal 4: Mathematics/Logical Reasoning......................................... 3 cr
- MATH 1111 - Contemporary Concepts in Mathematics, 3 cr
- OR higher level mathematics course that meets MnTC Goal 4
- Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences..................... 3 cr
- Credits from MnTC Goal 5
- Goal 6: The Humanities-the Arts, Literature and Philosophy.............. 3 cr
- Credits from MnTC Goal 6
- MnTC General Education Requirements........................................... 9 cr
- Any MnTC approved courses from the above areas. AFA degree require a minimum of 24 semester credits in general education and general education credits shall be selected from at least six of the ten goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum. One additional goal in Goal 7, 8, 9, or 10 must be completed (two credit minimum).
- II. AFA Program-related Requirements.........................................................17 Credits
- ART 1111 - Art History Survey 1, 3 cr
- ART 1112 - Art History Survey 2, 3 cr
- ART 1121 - 2D Design, 3 cr
- ART 1123 - 3D Design, 3 cr
- ART 1134 - Drawing 1, 3 cr
- ART 2281 - Art Portfolio, 2 cr
- ART 2292 - Directed Studio, 3 cr
- II. AFA Electives........................................................................................15 Credits
- ART 1120 - Computer as Creative Media, 3 cr
- ART 1124 - Graphic Design 1, 3 cr
- ART 1130 - Digital Art 1, 3 cr
- ART 1144 - Painting 1, 3 cr
- ART 1164 - Ceramics 1, 3 cr
- ART 1184 - Introduction to Digital Photography (was Photography 1), 3 cr
- ART 2234 - Drawing 2, 3 cr
- ART 2264 - Ceramics 2, 3 cr
- Any 2000 Level ART course for transfer as elective credit, 3 cr
- TOTAL.......................................................................................................60 Credits
- An articulation agreement has been established between RCTC and Mankato State University. Online studio courses may not transfer, please refer to the articulation agreement. Other colleges may have different transfer requirements.
Revised: 01/12/2012
For information, contact the Welcome Center at 507.285.7557
or email getinfo@rctc.roch.edu
(AS) Associate of Science Degrees
Graphic Design
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Assoicate in Science Degree
- I. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) General Education Requirements.....30 Credits
- Goal 1: Written and Oral Communication ...................................... 7 cr
- ENGL 1117 - Reading & Writing Critically I, 4 cr
- COMM 1114 - Fundamentals of Speech, OR COMM 1130 - Interpersonal Communication, 3 cr
- Goal 2: Critical Thinking MAY BE MET BY ANY COURSE IN MNTC 1-10 GOALS
- Goal 3: Natural Sciences ............................................................ 3 cr
- Credits from MnTC Goal 3
- Goal 4: Mathematics/Logical Reasoning ..................................... 3 cr
- MATH 1111 - Contemporary Concepts in Mathematics, 3 cr
- OR higher level mathematics course that meets MnTC Goal 4
- Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences ................. 3 cr
- Credits from MnTC Goal 5
- Goal 6: The Humanities-the Arts, Literature and Philosophy.............. 12 cr
- ART 1111 - Art History Survey 1, 3 cr
- ART 1112 - Art History Survey 2, 3 cr
- ART 1121 - 2D Design, 3 cr
- ART 1134 - Drawing 1, 3 cr
- MNTC General Education Requirements........................................... 2 cr
- Credits from courses meeting MnTC competencies in Goal Areas 1-10
- II. Professionally-related Requirements and Electives...................................30 Credits
- Required:
- ART 1124 - Graphic Design 1, 3 cr
- ART 1130 - Digital Art 1, 3 cr
- ART 1223 - Typography 1, 3 cr
- ART 1232 - Interactive Web Design 1, 3 cr
- ART 2224 - Graphic Design 2, 3 cr
- ART 2230 - Digital Arts 2, 3 cr
- ART 2240 - Motion Graphics 1, 3 cr
- ART 2292 - Directed Studio, 3 cr
- Electives - Pick 2 of the following:
- ART 1120 - Computer as Creative Media, 3 cr
- ART 1131 - Presentation Graphics, 3 cr
- ART 1184 - Introduction to Digital Photography (was Photography 1), 3 cr
- ART 1233 - Interactive Web Design 2, 3 cr
- ART 2217 - Art and Design Projects, 3 cr
- ART 2237 - Animation and 3D Modeling, 3 cr
- TOTAL.......................................................................................................60 Credits
- PURPOSE: The purpose of the Graphic Design A.S. Degree Program is to provide the first two years of experience for transfer to any higher education institution for careers in Graphic Design. There are many opportunities in Graphic Design careers such as designing logos, posters, packaging, and promotional materials; working on layout for magazines, books, and publications; and creating advertisements.
An Articulation Agreement has been established between Rochester Community and Technical College and Minnesota State University, Moorhead. As a result, students will be able to transfer the Graphic Design Program as a package. - Revised: 04/26/2012
For information, contact the Welcome Center at 507.285.7557
or email getinfo@rctc.roch.edu
Interaction Design (Web Design)
INTERACTION DESIGN
Assoicate in Science Degree *
* Note: This degree is also available totally as an "online" option
- I. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) General Education Requirements..... 30 Credits
- Goal 1: Written and Oral Communication...................................... 7 cr
- ENGL 1117 - Reading & Writing Critically I, 4 cr
- COMM 1114 - Fundamentals of Speech, OR COMM 1130 - Interpersonal Communication, 3 cr
- Goal 2: Critical Thinking MAY BE MET BY ANY COURSE IN MNTC 1-10 GOALS
- Goal 3: Natural Sciences ............................................................ 3 cr
- Credits from MnTC Goal 3
- Goal 4: Mathematics/Logical Reasoning ..................................... 3 cr
- MATH 1111 - Contemporary Concepts in Mathematics, 3 cr
- or higher level mathematics course that meets MnTC Goal 4
- Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences ................. 3 cr
- Credits from MnTC Goal 5
- Goal 6: The Humanities-the Arts, Literature and Philosophy................. 3 cr
- ART 1110 - Art Appreciation, 3 cr
- MNTC General Education Requirements........................................... 11 cr
- Credits chosen from courses meeting MnTC Competencies in Goal Areas 1-10
- II. Professionally-related Requirements and Electives...................................30 Credits
- Required:
- ART 1120 - Computer as Creative Media, 3 cr
- ART 1124 - Graphic Design 1, 3 cr
- ART 1130 - Digital Art 1, 3 cr
- ART 1232 - Interactive Web Design 1, 3 cr
- ART 1233 - Interactive Web Design 2, 3 cr
- ART 2240 - Motion Graphics 1, 3 cr
- ART 2241 - Motion Graphics 2, 3 cr
- Electives - Pick 2 of the following:
- ART 1121 - 2D Design, 3 cr †
- ART 1131 - Presentation Graphics, 3 cr
- ART 1184 - Introduction to Digital Photography (was Photography 1), 3 cr †
- ART 2217 - Art and Design Projects, 3 cr †
- ART 2230 - Digital Arts 2, 3 cr
- ART 2237 - Animation and 3D Modeling, 3 cr
- COMP 1731 - Web Application Development, 3 cr
- COMP 1741 - Client-Side Scripting, 3 cr
- † This class is not offered online
- TOTAL.......................................................................................................60 Credits
- PURPOSE: The purpose of the Interaction Design A.S. Degree Program is to provide the first two years of experience for transfer to any higher education institution for careers in Interaction or Web Design. There are many opportunities in Interaction or Web Design careers such as designing the look-and-feel of web sites, developing web sites, creating web content for mobile devices, conducting usability and accessibility studies of web sites, and creating content for delivery over the web.
- An Articulation Agreement has been established between Rochester Community and Technical College and Minnesota State University, Moorhead. As a result, students will be able to transfer the Interaction Design Program as a package. Students will enter the transfer program at earning full credit for RCTC's two-year degree program.
- All of the classes in this degree are offered online; many of the classes are offered in a face-to-face classroom. Students may choose to take the class in either format.
- Revised: 12/15/2011
For information, contact the Welcome Center at 507.285.7557
or email getinfo@rctc.roch.edu
(Cert) Certificates
Digital Arts
DIGITAL ART
Certificate
- I. Core Requirements.................................................................................. 24 Credits
- ART 1120 - Computer as Creative Media, 3 cr
- ART 1121 - 2D Design, 3 cr
- ART 1124 - Graphic Design 1, 3 cr
- ART 1130 - Digital Art 1, 3 cr
- ART 1131 - Presentation Graphics, 3 cr
- ART 1223 - Typography 1, 3 cr
- ART 2224 - Graphic Design 2, 3 cr
- ART 2230 - Digital Arts 2, 3 cr
- TOTAL.......................................................................................................24 Credits
- PURPOSE: The purpose of the Digital Arts Certificate Program is to introduce students to the perceptual, conceptual, and technical skills needed for a digital artist. Students explore drawing, using the computer as an artistic medium, the issues of image creation both in 2D and 3D.
- This certificate provides students who already have a degree a topic of study as a designer. This certificate is also a great access point to begin the Graphic Design Associate of Science (two-year) Degree Program.
- Revised: 03/30/2011
For information, contact the Welcome Center at 507.285.7557
or email getinfo@rctc.roch.edu
Motion Graphics
MOTION GRAPHICS
Certificate *
* Note: This certificate is also available totally as an "online" option
- I. Core Requirements.................................................................................. 24 Credits
- ART 1120 - Computer as Creative Media, 3 cr
- ART 1124 - Graphic Design 1, 3 cr
- ART 1130 - Digital Art 1, 3 cr
- ART 1232 - Interactive Web Design 1, 3 cr
- ART 1233 - Interactive Web Design 2, 3 cr
- ART 2237 - Animation and 3D Modeling, 3 cr
- ART 2240 - Motion Graphics 1, 3 cr
- ART 2241 - Motion Graphics 2, 3 cr
- TOTAL.......................................................................................................24 Credits
- PURPOSE: The purpose of the Motion Graphics Certificate Program is to introduce students to the concepts and techniques needed for a motion graphic designer. Students explore image creation, designing for the web, and animation and motion graphics.
- This certificate provides students who already have a degree a topic of study as a designer. This certificate is also a great access point to begin the Interaction Design Associate of Science (two-year) Degree Program.
- All of the classes in this certificate are offered online; many of the classes are offered in a face-to-face classroom. Students may choose to take the class in either format.
- Revised: 06/29/2010
For information, contact the Welcome Center at 507.285.7557
or email getinfo@rctc.roch.edu
Photography
PHOTOGRAPHY
Certificate
- I. Professional Core Requirements.................................................................................. 26 Credits
- ART 1121 - 2D Design, 3 cr
- ART 1184 - Introduction to Digital Photography (was Photography 1), 3 cr
- ART 2284 - Photographic Darkroom Processes (was Photography 2), 3 cr
- ART 2280 - Intermediate Digital Photography (was Color Photography), 3 cr
- ART 2286 - Photo Lighting Techniques, 3 cr
- ART 2281 - Art Portfolio, 2 cr
- ART 2292 - Directed Studio, 2 cr
- Art History Requirement (Student must choose 1 of the following courses):
- ART 1110 - Art Appreciation, 3 cr
- ART 1111 - Art History Survey 1, 3 cr
- ART 1112 - Art History Survey 2, 3 cr
- Elective (Student must choose 1 of the following courses):
- BUS 2144 - Introduction to E-Business, 3 cr
- BUS 2201 - Principles of Marketing, 3 cr
- BUS 2240 - Project Management, 3 cr
- COMM 1114 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking, 3 cr
TOTAL....................................................................................................... 26 Credits- PURPOSE: The Photography Certificate is a two-year sequence of Art courses that emphasizes artistic expression and builds technical, visual, interpretive and analytical skills and knowledge in Art with an emphasis in photography. This certificate acknowledges successful completion of courses that cover both basic and creative aspects of camera, black and white and color darkroom, alternative photographic processes, lighting, digital imaging, presentation and portfolio development. To complete a certificate, a portfolio of photographic work and a supporting paper will further validate quality and interpretive skills.
- Revised: 01/12/12
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or email getinfo@rctc.roch.edu
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Last Update
May 7, 2012
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Art + Design Department: Box 28
851 30th Ave SE
Rochester, MN 55904
Phone
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