Graphic and Web Design Diploma Course Program
Faculty Of Technology and Design in Access Business College, Toronto, Ontario
Program Objective – Graphic and Web Design Diploma:
This exceptionally well designed Graphic/Web Design diploma course program prepares graduates with skills in the creation and implementation of computer graphics, creating sophisticated web sites, becoming proficient in digital imaging technology such as Page Layout, Photo Editing and Illustration.
Students will become confident to manage all areas of digital communication fields such as corporate presentations, portfolio developments, animation and interactive design, printing press, publishing and advertising agencies.
Students become confident and proficient with using up to date industry standard applications in Adobe in Design, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Dreamweaver and Adobe Flash.
This well designed program is to prepare Graphic Designers and Illustrators with the tools required to take on a wide range of responsibilities and duties to effectively create visually rich design to gain a competitive edge as a Visual Artist.
This profession has vast postings in every industry for qualified candidates and is growth oriented with great opportunities for advancement, ongoing training, competitive salaries and good benefits; prestigious titles include Graphic Artists, Catalogue Designers, Layout Artists, Illustrators, Web Designers, Animated Creators, Logo Designers, Printing and Publishing, Advertising Art Director, Advertising Artist, Advertising Designer and Advertising Illustrator.
National Occupation Code: 5241, 5223, 0611, 5242
& Related (NOC) Codes: 1452, 1423
Admissions Requirements:
- High School graduate or equivalent or mature student (over 18 years of age)
- May also be required to pass a basic entrance examination and or interview, a carefully structured assessment to ensure your educational success.
Graduation Criteria
- Minimum final mark of 70%
- Overall average of 70%
Students who achieve an average of 85% or more will have an Honours designation on their diploma
Opportunities, Related Job Titles and Responsibilities
5241 Graphic Designers and Illustrators:
Designers produce graphic art and visual materials to effectively communicate information for publications, advertising, films, packaging, posters and signs.
5223 Graphic Arts Technicians:
Technicians assist in conceptualizing a project, interpreting design specifications or sketches, preparing the page make-up, lay-out, lettering and publishing.
0611 Sales, Marketing and Advertising Managers:
Managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of such an establishment or department.
5242 Interior Designers:
Interior designers conceptualize and produce aesthetic, functional and safe designs for interior spaces in residential, commercial and cultural buildings.
1452 Correspondence, Publication, and Related Clerks:
Clerks in this unit group write correspondence, proofread material for accuracy, compile material for publication and perform other related clerical duties.
1423 Desktop Publishing Operators:
Desktop publishing operators use computers to enter copy into a typesetting system or operate typesetting output equipment to produce text that is ready to print.
Your Career Opportunities:
This Graphic and Web Design diploma program will prepare you for a variety of positions such as:
- Graphic Artist
- Catalogue Designer
- Layout Artist
- Illustrator
- Website Designer
- Animation Creator
- Logo Designer
- Printing and Publishing
- Advertising Art Director
- Advertising Artist
- Advertising Designer
- Advertising Illustrator
Graduate Employment Assistance Services:
- Job search management
- Steps for a successful job search
- Resume writing
- Interview preparation
* The above is not a complete program outline; it is intended to provide merely a guideline. We reserve the right to change or upgrade our programs at any time. Please note that courses are not taught in the order of their listing.