Adobe Applications - Major #8515

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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


This program teaches you how to use multiple Adobe applications and prepares you to become an Adobe Certified Professional. You'll learn applications used in careers such as Animation, Digital Video, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Social Media, and Visual Design. Upon completion, you can test to become an Adobe Certified Professional by enrolling in GRC 300A. GRC 300A is a repeatable course that allows you to re-certify as an Adobe Certified Professional every 2 years. 


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 2. Prepare students to become an Adobe Certified Professional.
  2. 1. Demonstrate the use of multiple Adobe applications.
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester

Term 1

12 units

GRC 17
Adobe Illustrator

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
This course involves using Adobe Illustrator to design and create vector images that solve a variety of graphic problems. Emphasis on student project work provides an extensive coverage of software features. (A, CSU)
Course Details:
  1. Advisory:

GRC 23
Video Editing - Adobe Premiere Pro

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
This course covers the concepts, theories, and techniques of nonlinear digital video editing. This includes organization of the editing process, working on the timeline, audio editing, basic titles, and basic visual effects using Adobe Premiere Pro. Emphasis will be placed on identifying general principles of editing as well as different aesthetic techniques for source material. (A, CSU)
Course Details:
    (
  1. Advisory: GRC 22
    2. OR
  2. Advisory: GRC 322
    3. OR
  3. Advisory: GRC 27
    4. OR
  4. Advisory: GRC 327
    5. OR
  5. Advisory: GRC 32
    6. OR
  6. Advisory: GRC 332
    7. )

GRC 24A
Intro 2-D Animation with Adobe Animate

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
This course features the design and production of interactive two-dimensional animation projects using Adobe Animate and Adobe Photoshop. (A, CSU, UC)
Course Details:

    GRC 55
    Social Media Design

    3 units
    Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
    In this introductory course, students will create content for a branded identity. Students will use online-based software and/or smart device applications to create graphics, images, blog posts, and video for current Social Media platforms. (A, CSU)
    Course Details:

      Term 2

      9 units

      GRC 30
      Adobe Indesign/Professional Publishing

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
      This course concentrates on Adobe InDesign page layout software. There is an emphasis on production for print, e-book, and emerging technologies. Components from Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator programs are included in project work. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:

        GRC 31
        Photoshop for Design

        3 units
        Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
        This course features Adobe Photoshop with an emphasis on graphic design. Units include production for print, web, and digital media applications. (A, CSU, UC)
        Course Details:

          GRC 53
          Adobe After Effects

          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
          This is an introduction to motion graphics and video post-processing using Adobe After Effects. Projects incorporate a series of techniques used to create special effects videos. (A, CSU)
          Course Details:
            Total: 21 units