Certificate Programs
Seton Hill University offers 10 certificate programs: child care, entrepreneurship, genocide and holocaust studies, graphic design, pastoral ministry, sacred music, orthodontics, music therapy, pre-med and writing popular fiction.
Certificates are granted at the completion of each of these programs. Credits earned in them may be applied toward a baccalaureate degree.
To find out more about any of the certificate programs, click on the program you are interested in.
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Graphic Design Certificate
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| AR 115 |
Drawing I
Concepts of seeing as it relates to drawing; introduction to various drawing media. Satisfies the Artistic Expression requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester. 3 credits. Fee.
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| AR 120 |
Design I
Introduction to the tools, materials, and concepts of two-dimensional image-making; the elements and principles of visual organization with contextual associations; drawing, painting, introductory printmaking, and mixed media,. Satisfies the Artistic Expression requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Spring and fall semesters. 3 credits. Fee.
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| AR 135 |
Black and White Photography
Introduction to the camera, film developing, enlargement and printing; emphasis on developing skills to produce the “classic "print. Satisifies the Artistic Expression requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. Fee.
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| AR 180 |
Digital Imaging I
Study of theory and hands-on application of digital image creation and manipulation. Emphasis on the study of Adobe Photoshop software. Satisifies the Artistic Expression requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Spring semester; fall, spring, and summer ADP sessions. 3-4 credits. Fee.
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| AR 190 |
Graphic Design I
Overview of graphic design. Theory and practical projects, study of computer layout and illustration programs, printing, and history. Satisifies the Artistic Expression requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester. 3 credits. Fee.
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| AR 230 |
Typography I
Study of history of letter forms, impact of technology in type, page layout, and book binding. Fall semester. 3-4 credits. Fee.
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| AR 290 |
Typography II
Analysis and creative use of typography through assigned projects. Instruction and practical experience using computer software. Prerequisites: SAR180 and SAR190. Spring semester. 3-4 credits. Fee.
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| AR 390 |
Graphic Design II
Study of HTML, Web design,Web editor,Web animation, digital image editing for the Web. Prerequisite: SAR180. Fall semester. 3-4 credits. Fee.
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| AR 490 |
Graphic Design III
Portfolio development in graphic design. Emphasis on business and graphic design. Prerequisite: SAR390. Spring semester. 3-4 credits. Fee.
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| CA 100 |
Communication Theory & Technologies
An overview of the theoretical foundations and principles of the communication process. Emphasis on how these essential elements apply in the professional environments (corporate, governmental, organizational, educational, sports, and entertainment), and sustain the organizational structure and dynamics. Examination of communication technologies and the social, ethical, moral, and cultural implications. Development of strong writing skills. Fall semester. 3 credits.
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33 |
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