Commercial Art:

This program offers instruction encompassing a broad spectrum of art related occupations. The number of commercial art jobs is expected to increase, especially in areas utilizing desktop publishing/computer generated art and animation. Growth in printing/painting on non-paper surfaces will create a demand for skilled artists far in excess of qualified workers. The core curriculum focuses on lettering/package design, drawing and illustration, advertising design and layout, cartooning and comic art, computer art and design, airbrush techniques and sign painting.

Graphic Arts:

This program offers instruction encompassing a broad spectrum of print related and quick-copy occupations. The major areas of study include design and layout, basic computer operation, electronic typography, electronic publishing/desktop publishing, photography (black and white/digital), darkroom operations, lithography, film assembly/plate developing, offset printing operation, bindery, document management/quick copy center operations. As printing equipment and processes change, employees with both depth and breadth of education and with the ability to learn will be most in demand. As the industry continues to grow, cross training will be common place.