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Visual Communication
Description: Studio course. Advanced specialized design topics. Advanced explorations in professional and/or experimental studio practice. The courses examine trends and media applications in visual communication expertise areas. Topics encompass studio practices used in motion graphics, user experience design (UI/UX), animation, digital media, packaging design, digital illustration, book design, environmental design and/or other specialized design areas of study. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 6 units of credit.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2026 Fall 2026
Prerequisite: Graphic Design Milestone, VC 363 and (6 units from VC 343, VC 380 and VC 408)
Visual Communication
Term : Fall 2026
Catalog Year : 2026-2027
VC 453 - Advanced Graphic Design Topics
Description: Studio course. Advanced specialized design topics. Advanced explorations in professional and/or experimental studio practice. The courses examine trends and media applications in visual communication expertise areas. Topics encompass studio practices used in motion graphics, user experience design (UI/UX), animation, digital media, packaging design, digital illustration, book design, environmental design and/or other specialized design areas of study. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 6 units of credit.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2026 Fall 2026
Prerequisite: Graphic Design Milestone, VC 363 and (6 units from VC 343, VC 380 and VC 408)