Associate in Applied Science in 3D Modeling & Animation.. ......................................................................................... 52 Associate in Applied Science in Graphic Design Technology Associate in Applied Science in Information Technologies.. ......................................................................................... 54

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (94 CREDIT HOURS)

The complexity of today’s technology requires precise communications. The function of the graphic designer is to apply creative skill and technical knowledge to attract and influence the consumer through visual stimulation. These responsibilities require a thorough knowledge of both conventional and electronic applications for design, layout and production. The ability to be a creative problem solver is extremely important for today’s graphic designer. Visual media communicators form the nucleus of the broadest field of applied arts, whether it is called graphic design, commercial art or visual communications. To be a graphic designer requires knowledge and skills in drawing, design, typography, computer, and mechanical production. Recent graduates have attained recognition as layout artists, designers, illustrators and art directors with leading advertising agencies, industrial graphic departments and publishers. Graduates with experience can establish successful and satisfying careers as graphic designers, art directors and creative directors for advertising agencies and design studios, or freelance designers.

For more detailed information regarding OSUIT’s Graphic Design Technology program, please contact a program advisor at 918-293-5050 or visit osuit.edu/graphicdesign.

* This program is offered 100% online.

A minimum program GPA of 2.0, with a minimum grade of a C in each departmental course, is required for graduation. GRAPHIC DESIGN (39 CREDIT HOURS)

GRD 1133 Basic Drawing GRD 1143 Basic Design GRD 1213 Advertising Design I [P] GRD 1333 Design Production [C],[P] GRD 1363 Survey of 20th Century Design GRD 2413 Advertising Design II [C],P] GRD 2423 Advanced Design Production [C],[P] GRD 2523 Branding/Identity Design [C],[P] GRD 2543 Graphic Design Practicum [C],[P] GRD 2623 Consumer Design [P] GRD 2696 Graphic Design Capstone [C],[P] GRD 2803 Graphic Design Internship [P]

MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY (12 CREDIT HOURS)

MMT 1113 Introduction to 3D or MMT 1153 Introduction to Video Editing MMT 1143 Introduction to Motion Graphics [P] MMT 2423 Introduction to Online Media Design[P] MMT 2453 Interface Design [P]

VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS (18 CREDIT HOURS)

VIS 1123 Publishing I VIS 1203 Introduction to Typography [P] VIS 1223 Publishing II [P] VIS 1343 Digital Illustration [P] VIS 1373 Digital Imaging [P] VIS 2533 Advanced Digital Imaging [P]

AMERICAN HISTORY & GOVERNMENT (6 CREDIT HOURS)

HIST 1483 US History to 1865 or HIST 1493 US History since 1865 POLS 1113 US Government

COMMUNICATIONS (9 CREDIT HOURS)

ENGL 1113 Freshman Composition I ENGL 1213 Freshman Composition II [P] SPCH 1113 Introduction to Speech Communications or SPCH 2313 Small Group Communications

HUMANITIES (3 CREDIT HOURS)

PHIL 1213 Ethics

MATHEMATICS (3 CREDIT HOURS)

MATH 1513 College Algebra or MATH 2003 Business Mathematics

SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (3 CREDIT HOURS)

PSYC 1113 Introductory Psychology or PSYC 2313 Psychology of Personal Adjustment or SOC 1113 Introductory Sociology

INTERDEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: 1CREDIT HOUR

ORIENTATION (1 CREDIT HOUR)

GTGE 1111 College Cornerstone

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (61 CREDIT HOURS)

Virtually every industry today depends on computers. Consequently, few other career pursuits empower individuals to work in such a wide array of industries and environments. The Information Technologies program works closely with industry partners to incorporate the latest business practices, emerging technologies and professional certifications into authentic learning environments. The Associate in Applied Science in Information Technologies is designed for individuals who want to take advantage of the program’s unique project-based and customerfocused approach to preparing individuals for exciting and successful careers, and fall into one (1) or more of the following categories: 1. Plan to launch a career in IT as soon as possible. 2. Intend to pursue the Bachelor of Technology in Information Technologies at OSUIT. 3. Wish to build on considerable work experience and complete a degree to further their career.

4. Want to prepare for one (1) or more professional industry certifications.

Students must complete all technical coursework with a grade of C or better and maintain an overall (cumulative) GPA of 2.50

or higher to meet graduation requirements.

For the latest program information, please contact an Information Technologies program advisor at 918-293-5440 or infotech@okstate.edu, or visit osuit.edu/it.

* This program is available 100% online. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES CORE REQUIREMENTS (27 CREDIT HOURS)

ITD 1033 Computer Logic & Flowcharting ITD 1203 Introduction to C Programming [P] ITD 1213 Hardware Systems Support ITD 1223 Network Systems [P] ITD 1243 Principles of Information Security ITD 1353 Web Development ITD 2203 Database Systems [P] ITD 2223 Operating Systems ITD 2313 Script Programming [P]

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES APPROVED TECHNICAL ELECTIVES (6 CREDIT HOURS) AMERICAN HISTORY & GOVERNMENT (6 CREDIT HOURS)

HIST 1483 US History to 1865 or HIST 1493 US History since 1865 POLS 1113 US Government

COMMUNICATIONS (9 CREDIT HOURS)

ENGL 1113 Freshman Composition I ENGL 1213 Freshman Composition II [P] SPCH 1113 Introduction to Speech Communications or SPCH 2313 Small Group Communications

HUMANITIES (6 CREDIT HOURS)

PHIL 1213 Ethics Humanities Elective* (3 Credit Hours)

MATHEMATICS (3 CREDIT HOURS)

MATH 1513 College Algebra APPROVED ELECTIVES 

(3 CREDIT HOURS)

From Social & Behavioral Sciences, Foreign Language or Fine Arts.

 See General Education course offerings on page 37.

INTERDEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: 1CREDIT HOUR

ORIENTATION (1 CREDIT HOUR)

ORIE 1011 College Strategies