UX Design, Associate in Science Degree
Banner Code: 1_AS_UXDS
Control Number: 08651
Financial Aid Eligible
The UX Design Certificate is designed to prepare the student for an entry level position in the UX/UI Design Industry. Students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to create original digital art used to integrate user research, psychology, as well as, text, images, animation, video, and other content into effective user interface design. Students will create prototypes that explore, demonstrate, and verify the effectiveness of their design solutions for the Web, Apps, Watches, and/or other Interactive Design Products. Digital Media Arts and Design is an important sector of the economy and industry is eager to find qualified candidates who not only understand practical knowledge of UX/UI design principles, but also know how to collaborate with fellow designers, stakeholders, clients.
Complete the UX Design Certificate of Achievement and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate skill in design utilizing industry standard user experience design and visual design software.
- Design and create website and mobile app projects and prototypes, that demonstrate knowledge of design for different screens, user interface design, and best practices in typography, design and navigation.
- Create a portfolio utilizing a variety of design techniques for the purpose of gaining employment and/or acceptance to an Art College or University.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ART A110 | Color and Design: Two-Dimensional | 3 |
| ART A180 | Professional Studies | 2-2.5 |
| or DMAD A202 | Studio Internship Prep | |
| DMAD A115 | Typography I | 3 |
| DMAD A117 | Rapid Illustration Techniques | 3 |
| DMAD A151 | History of Graphic Design | 3 |
| DMAD A181 | Introduction to Computer Graphics | 3 |
| DMAD A182 | Graphic Design | 3 |
| DMAD A190 | Illustrator for Design | 3 |
| DMAD A193 | Photoshop for Design | 3 |
| DMAD A200 | Designing for the Web | 3 |
| DMAD A203 | UX/UI Design | 3 |
| DMAD A263 | Motion Graphics and Video Compositing with Adobe After Effects | 3 |
| DMAD A288 | Digital Portfolio Development | 3 |
| Total Units | 38-38.5 | |
| Requirement | Units |
|---|---|
| Program Major Units | 38-38.5 |
| AS General Education Option 1, 2, or 3 | Varies |
| Transferable electives to satisfy unit requirement | Varies |
| Total Minimum Degree Units | 60 |
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| ART A110 | Color and Design: Two-Dimensional | 3 |
| DMAD A117 | Rapid Illustration Techniques | 3 |
| DMAD A151 | History of Graphic Design | 3 |
| DMAD A181 | Introduction to Computer Graphics | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA A1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| DMAD A115 | Typography I | 3 |
| DMAD A190 | Illustrator for Design | 3 |
| DMAD A193 | Photoshop for Design | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE 1 | 3-4 | |
| Units | 12-13 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| DMAD A182 | Graphic Design | 3 |
| DMAD A200 | Designing for the Web | 3 |
| DMAD A203 | UX/UI Design | 3 |
| DMAD A263 | Motion Graphics and Video Compositing with Adobe After Effects | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA C2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better) | 3-4 | |
| Intermediate Algebra (or higher) 2 or Combined Elementary and Intermediate Algebra |
||
| Units | 21-22 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| DMAD A288 | Digital Portfolio Development | 3 |
| ART A180 or DMAD A202 |
Professional Studies or Studio Internship Prep |
2-2.5 |
| OCC AS GE AREA B - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 3 | 7 | |
| Units | 15-16.5 | |
| Total Units | 63-66.5 | |
- 1
- OCC AS GE AREA A2 - Required if 100-level MATH will not be taken to meet Math competency. If MATH A100 or higher will be taken, then needs to take 3-4 degree applicable elective units
- 2
Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; *100-level Math courses satisfy AS Math Requirement and OCC AS GE AREA A2
- 3
VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS