Applied Art and Design: IllustrationAssociate of Science

  1. Sierra College
    Applied Art and Design: Illustration
    Associate of Science
    • 60 units
    • 4 terms
  2. to Degree

Applied Art and Design: Illustration map for 2025-2026

This program map from the 2025-2026 catalog year represents one possible pathway through the program and is for reference only. Make an appointment with your counselor to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

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Sierra College: Applied Art and Design: Illustration

Term 1 — Fall

5 courses15 units

AAD 0070

Graphic Design II: Introduction to Digital Design
  • Major
  • 3 units

AAD 0012 or 0013

  • Major / Gen Ed
  • 3 units

Area 1 A– English Composition

  • General Education
  • 4 units

Area 2 – Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Elective for Degree

Advisory Notes
Choose an elective course, if needed, to reach 60 total units for degree. See catalog, schedule, and/or consult with a counselor regarding elective course options.
  • Elective
  • 2 units

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Term 2 — Spring

5 courses15 units

AAD Illustration Major Electives

Advisory Notes
Consult with a counselor prior to selecting major electives. Only 1 course from ART 0004B and 0005A can count in the major. Only 1 course from ART 0007A and 0008A can count in the major.
  • Major
  • 3 units

AAD 0044, AAD 0060, or ART 004A

  • Major
  • 3 units

Area 1B or 1C – Critical Thinking or Oral Communication

Advisory Notes
Group 1B Critical Thinking: COMM 0002; ENGL C1001, 0001B, 0011; PHIL 0004, 0012 Group 1C Oral Communication: BUS 0265, 0266; COMM C1000, 0002, 0003, 0005, 0008; THEA 0010A, 0010B
  • General Education
  • 3 units

Elective for Degree

Advisory Notes
Choose an elective course, if needed, to reach 60 total units for degree. See catalog, schedule, and/or consult with a counselor regarding elective course options.
  • Elective
  • 3 units

Elective for Degree

Advisory Notes
Choose an elective course, if needed, to reach 60 total units for degree. See catalog, schedule, and/or consult with a counselor regarding elective course options.
  • Elective
  • 3 units

Term 3 — Fall

5 courses15 units

AAD Illustration Major Electives

Advisory Notes
Consult with a counselor prior to selecting major electives. Only 1 course from ART 0004B and 0005A can count in the major. Only 1 course from ART 0007A and 0008A can count in the major.
  • Major
  • 3 units

AAD Illustration Major Electives

Advisory Notes
Consult with a counselor prior to selecting major electives. Only 1 course from ART 0004B and 0005A can count in the major. Only 1 course from ART 0007A and 0008A can count in the major.
  • Major
  • 3 units

Area 4 – Social and Behavioral Sciences

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Elective for Degree

Advisory Notes
Choose an elective course, if needed, to reach 60 total units for degree. See catalog, schedule, and/or consult with a counselor regarding elective course options.
  • Elective
  • 3 units

Elective for Degree

Advisory Notes
Choose an elective course, if needed, to reach 60 total units for degree. See catalog, schedule, and/or consult with a counselor regarding elective course options.
  • Elective
  • 3 units

Term 4 — Spring

5 courses15 units

AAD Illustration Major Electives

Advisory Notes
Consult with a counselor prior to selecting major electives. Only 1 course from ART 0004B and 0005A can count in the major. Only 1 course from ART 0007A and 0008A can count in the major.
  • Major
  • 3 units

AAD Illustration Major Electives

Advisory Notes
Consult with a counselor prior to selecting major electives. Only 1 course from ART 0004B and 0005A can count in the major. Only 1 course from ART 0007A and 0008A can count in the major.
  • Major
  • 3 units

Area 5 – Natural Sciences with Lab

Advisory Notes
To earn an AS degree, an approved laboratory course/combination must be completed. Consult DegreeWorks, the Sierra College Catalog, or a Counselor to review lab course/combination options.
  • General Education
  • 3 units

Area 6 – Ethnic Studies

  • General Education
  • 3 units

Elective for Degree

Advisory Notes
Choose an elective course, if needed, to reach 60 total units for degree. See catalog, schedule, and/or consult with a counselor regarding elective course options.
  • Elective
  • 3 units

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Applied Art and Design: Illustration — Associate of Science
Total units: 60

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