Students will learn to solve visual communication problems by incorporating basic design principles and color theory and typography, all the while using current technology. Students learn the technical skills and fundamental conceptual theories and techniques needed to produce compelling visual communication messages. Students work in the graphic design lab, at individual work stations, and use Macintosh computers. Students will become proficient at using all the standard software common to the graphic design industry. Most design work is executed with a computer. However, the thinking/visualization process is still done by drawing. Students will draw, research, study, and make oral and written presentations. Students will work individually and in teams simulating a real-world business environment. Students will apply design skill and knowledge using typography, illustration, photography, copywriting and other processes to create designs. Finished assignments become part of students’ professional portfolios. The program is located at SCC’s Education Square location in downtown Lincoln. A group of 24 students is accepted into the program every January and July. Students are accepted on the basis of test scores prior to students starting the program. New students are required to participate in an orientation session prior to being fully admitted to the program in order to guarantee a seat in the program.