Where creativity meets community.
The Graphic Design program at College of DuPage provides an education that will prepare you for your occupation. Whether you’re starting up or brushing up, Graphic Design at COD has what you’re looking for.
Graphic Design at COD
By the Numbers
18 Professors
17 Students per class average
4 Dedicated classrooms
2 Work labs
3 Learning Methods (in-person, online or a mix of both)
Graphic Design at COD Course Examples
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GRDSN 1101 Digital Graphic Applications
Explores graphics software package Adobe Creative Suite, focusing on core concepts and techniques that apply to any workflow in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Emphasizes technical and print production skills necessary to develop effective designs for print, web, and other applications.GRDSN 1107 Digital Illustration 1
An introduction to creating digital images for use in graphic design. Use of computers and current software to develop illustrative projects. Focus on originality of imagery and image creation techniques including collage, montage, and mixed media to create professional quality images. Emphasis on the use of Adobe Photoshop and/or other raster-oriented software in creating projects.GRDSN 2200 User Experience Design
Study of user experience design for interactive environments through the exploration of user interface, user personas, sitemaps, wire framing, prototypes, and current trends and practices in the field. Emphasis is placed on visual hierarchy and understanding the logical placement and flow of content to achieve a client’s goals and create a navigable environment for the user.GRDSN 2205 Graphic Design 4
Studies communication of ideas and information through symbols, images, illustration, and typography as applied to print, new media, and other types of graphic design projects. Emphasis on professional design, illustration processes and presentation skills. Practical application of design theory in a simulated design studio/agency environment.Look what we can do.
In your first year, you’ll start with the foundations. By the end of the program, you’ll work with real clients.
Artwork by: Megan Dooley, Karly Rich, Jamie Ho, Jessica La, Jacqueline King Tran, Steve Jordan, Ayla Walsh, Gracie Bloom, Ricky Pacas-Salvucci, Yari Montelongo, Nona Burkhanova, Robin Huang, Lloyd Smedbron
