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2025-2026 Catalog

Visual Communications Technology, Certificate Level I

Location(s): SouthWest College for the Deaf


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The Visual Communications Technology (VCT) program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the graphics field as successful employees. The program provides instruction in graphics software application (Macintosh), graphics repress, print production procedures, finishing/binding, and screen printing.

Possible Employment Positions: Graphic designer or artist.

Possible Employment Locations: Government agency, state agency, business or industry.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0315   and MATH 0401  

Program Duration: Two semesters. An additional semester of basic skills courses may be required depending on student’s prior training/education.

Students who lack proficiency in American Sign Language communication may be required to enroll in SGNL 1301  , SGNL 1302  , or SGNL 2301   until proficiency is attained.  Students who lack a proficiency in keyboarding speed and accuracy may be required to enroll in POFT 1227   until proficiency is attained.

Grade Requirements

In order for a student to advance to the next course within the VCT course of study, the student must pass each of the courses with a grade of “C” or better. VCT majors making a grade of “D” or below on any of these courses will be required to repeat the course.

Total: 13 Hours


Second Semester


 

Total: 12 Hours


Third Semester


 

Total: 12 Hours


Total Hours in Level I Certificate: 37


1 Howard College Courses
2 Recommended Course
   ARTS, ARTC, IMED, POFI, SPCH, OR Approved by program director
3 Capstone course—Students must provide their own transportation to and from internship sites.
 

 

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