Visual Communications: Photo Imaging Option to Graphic Design
An opportunity to gain an associate degree from Delaware Tech and a bachelor's degree from Wilmington University.
Your Path to a Bachelor's Degree
Delaware Tech has established agreements with four-year colleges and universities that connect Delaware Tech associate degree programs with bachelor's degree programs to create smooth transfer opportunities for you. These Connected Degree programs enable you to complete your associate degree and then transfer to a four-year degree program as a junior.
The Connected Degree 2+2 Curriculum
Delaware Tech's associate degree program in Photo Imaging will prepare you with the skills and experience necessary to use traditional, digital, and computer-aided photography to create images that meet modern standards for presentations and publications. You will also learn the principles of good design and how to solve design problems creatively. Whether your goal is to improve your traditional photography techniques, move into new career fields in digital photography, or learn how to use the computer for enhancing photographic images, you'll find this program valuable. Wilmington University's Bachelor of Science degree program in Graphic Design prepares graduates to turn creative ideas into dynamic visual imagery. Students learn to merge ideas using typography, color and industry standard software as technology merges with new and exciting forms of communication. The Graphic Design Concentration will focus on digital publishing from web to tablet, offering students courses on typography, illustration and color theory. It will also focus on applications of graphic design such as the design of brochures, catalogs, product packaging and displays.
Value For You
By completing your associate degree at Delaware Tech, you'll receive excellent instruction in small classes at a campus close to home. Delaware Tech's affordable tuition can reduce the overall cost of your college education, making the completion of your bachelor's degree more manageable.
Making The Connection
Refer to the Connected Degree curriculum for the sequence of courses needed to complete this program. Call Delaware Tech and let us help you follow the path to your bachelor's degree.
Connected Degree Curriculum - Suggested Course Sequence
Visual Communications: Photo Imaging Option (Associate Degree - Delaware Technical Community College)
Semester 1 (Fall)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SSC 100 | First Year Seminar | 1 |
| BUS 101 | Intro to Business | 3 |
| ENG 101 | Critical Thinking and Academic Writing | 3 |
| VSC 115 | Intro to Design | 3 |
| VSC 160 | Raster Graphics | 3 |
| VSC 165 | Photography I | 3 |
| 16 | ||
Semester 2 (Spring)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 102 | Composition and Research | 3 |
| HIS 131 | Art History I or | 3 |
| HIS 132 | Art History II | 3 |
| MKT 212 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| VSC 109 | Drawing I | 3 |
| VSC 166 | Advanced Photography | 3 |
| 15 | ||
Semester 3 (Fall)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM 111 | Human Communications | 3 |
| MAT 120 | Contemporary Mathematics | 3 |
| VSC 262 | Web Graphics | 3 |
| VSC 190 | Intro to Video | 3 |
| VSC 210 | Layout Graphics | 3 |
| 15 | ||
Semester 4 (Spring)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| XXX XXX | Humanities Elective | 3 |
| MKT 214 | Advertising and Promotion | 3 |
| MKT 217 | e-Marketing Fundamentals | 3 |
| VSC 251 | Portfolio Workshop | 4 |
| VSC 274 | App Practice Photo Imaging or | 3 |
| VSC 293 | Internship or | 3 |
| VSC 294 | VSC Cooperative | 3 |
| 16 | ||
Graphic Design (Bachelor's Degree - Wilmington University)
Semester 5 (Fall)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DSN 300 | Design for Marketing | 3 |
| DSN 306 | Color Theory | 3 |
| CSC 100 | Basic Web Design and Development | 3 |
| VMG 313 | Aesthetics of Film | 3 |
| DSN 235 | Vector Drawing | 3 |
| 15 | ||
Semester 6 (Spring)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DSN 307 | Intermediate Design | 3 |
| DSN 315 | Typography | 3 |
| DSN 335 | Advanced Vector Drawing | 3 |
| DSN 350 | Interactive InDesign | 3 |
| XXX XXX | Technology Elective / Certificate Course | 3 |
| 15 | ||
Semester 7 (Fall)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BMK 400 | Social Media Marketing | 3 |
| DSN 318 | Portfolio Production or Co-Op** | 3 |
| DSN 401 | Advanced InDesign | 3 |
| DSN 490 | Internship or Co-Op** | 3 |
| XXX XXX | Technology Elective / Certificate Course | 3 |
| 15 | ||
Semester 8 (Spring)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DSN 415 | Package Design | 3 |
| DSN 487 | Senior Project | 3 |
| TEC 325 | Business of Freelancing | 3 |
| XXX XXX | Technology Elective / Certificate Course | 3 |
| XXX XXX | Technology Elective / Certificate Course | 3 |
| 15 | ||
Humanities Electives - POL 111, PSY 121, SOC 111
** Interested students may pursue a Co-Op course substitution in lieu of traditional classroom setting. Students need to have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and a minimum of 60 credits.
The Bachelor of Science program in Media Design, Digital Publishing Concentration requires a minimum of 120 credits. Course sequencing may vary by semester. See your advisor.
For More Information Contact:
Delaware Tech
Dover: (302) 857-1312
Wilmington University
Dover, Delaware: (302) 734-2594
Georgetown, Delaware: (302) 856-5780
New Castle, Delaware: (877) 967-5464
This articulation agreement is subject to change based on Delaware Tech and senior institution curriculum changes. 12/2018 - 12/2023