School of Technology
Department of Computer Information Technology
Computer Graphics Technology
Bachelor of Science degree
Degree Requirements
The Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Computer Graphics Technology provides you with academic and technical training in the disciplines of computer graphics technology. The course work focuses on multimedia and hypermedia aspects. Graduates of this program may work as graphics designers to produce interactive multimedia applications, print materials, multimedia products, technical illustrations, and web design. Students graduating from the program are prepared for production and management level roles as modelers, and technical or art directors in areas of print, multimedia and virtual environment production. A graphic designer can expect employment in service, information and manufacturing industries. Completion of a bachelor's degree satisfies the requirements for the second two years of a four year degree.
1. Communication
| ENGL 104 | English Composition I |
| COM 114 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking |
| ENGL 220 | Technical Report Writing |
| OLS 474 | Conference Leadership |
2. Science and Mathematics
| PHYS 220 | General Physics I |
| Elective* | See * below if transferring to West Lafayette CGT |
| MA 147 | Algebra & Trigonometry for Technology I |
| MA 148 | Algebra & Trigonometry for Technology II |
| Elective** | See ** below if transferring to West Lafayette CGT |
*/** If transferring to West Lafayette CGT BS degree program after acquiring a CGT associates degree at Purdue Calumet, you will need to include MA 221, PHYS 221 and a 4 credit Lab Science course at the associate level.
***Programming course C++ and/or JAVA. Electives: any course offered by Purdue University Calumet approved by the CGT advisor except general studies or any classes taken to remove high school deficiencies. e.g., beginning and intermediate algebra and English.
3. General Education
| ECON 210 | Principles of Economics |
4. Humanities Elective:
Any course in literature, history, philosophy, foreign language, art, music, theater, or appropriate interdisciplinary humanities courses.
5. Social Science Elective:
Any course in anthropology, psychology, sociology, political science, economics, or appropriate interdisciplinary social sciences courses.
6. Computer Graphics Technology
| CGT 101 | Introduction to Computer Graphics Technology |
| CGT 111 | Design for Visualization and Communication |
| CGT 112 | Sketching for Visualization and Communication |
| CGT 116 | Geometric Modeling for Visualization and Communication |
| CGT 141 | Internet Foundations, Technologies, and Development |
| CGT 211 | Raster Imaging for Computer Graphics |
| CGT 216 | Vector Imaging for Computer Graphics |
| CGT 241 | Introduction to Animation and Spatial Graphics |
| CGT 353 | Principles of Interactive & Dynamic Media |
| CGT 256 | Human Computer Interface Theory and Design |
| CGT 307 | Advanced Graphic Design for Web and Multimedia |
| CGT 346 | Digital Video and Audio |
| CGT 351 | Multimedia Authoring I |
| CGT 356 | Hypermedia Authoring I |
| CGT 411 | Contemporary Problems in Applied Computer Graphics |
| CGT 450 | Professional Practices |
| CGT 416 | Senior Design Project |
| CGT 451 | Multimedia Authoring II |
| CGT 456 | Hypermedia Authoring II |
| CGT | Selective 2 or Internship |
7. Technical Elective
- One Technical Elective with advisor approval.
Technical Elective - any course in CGT, School of Technology, A&D, CGT related and approved by the CGT advisor.
8. Information Systems and Computer Programming (2 courses)
| CIS 204**** | Introduction to Computer Based Systems |
| ECET 110 | Computer System Architecture |
| ECET 210 | C++ Programming Electromechanical Systems |
| OR | |
| Computer Based Systems, Computer Hardware or programming fundamentals Visual Programming or Approved, JAVA or C++ course; Approved Programming course or approved technical elective | |
9. Organizational Leadership
| OLS 252 | Human Relations in Organizations |
| OLS 350 | Applied Creativity for Business and Industry |
10. Management/Supervision
| MGMT 324 | Marketing Management |
| OR | |
| OLS 375 | Training Methods |
| OLS 477 | Conflict Management |
| OR | |
| OLS 351 | Entrepreneurship |
Why choose a bachelor degree in Computer Graphics Technology
If animation, advertising design, print media, illustrating magazines, newspapers and books appeal to you or if you'd like to go into freelance computer graphics and design or learn more about the vast potential of electronically generated imagery, Computer Graphics Technology may be the right program for you.
Computer Graphics Technology is a unique combination of creative arts, graphic design and computer technology.
At Purdue University Calumet, students pursuing degrees or certificates in Computer Graphics Technology explore the broad topics of multimedia, animation, graphic design, digital illustration, hypermedia authoring, web design and geometric modeling and visualization.
Our faculty makes sure to stay current on the latest trends and technologies and our students, so that they can benefit from that knowledge, making them more attractive to future employers. The faculty fosters and helps develop the skills and creativity of each student in the program.
Career options with a bachelor degree in Computer Graphics Technology
Graduates of our programs have found work as art directors, graphic artists, graphic designers, multimedia directors, web designers, virtual environment production designers, electronic illustrators and electronic publishers.
Graduation Requirements
Experiential Learning
Experiential learning is a new graduation requirement for students who will be starting Purdue University Calumet in Fall 2008. This is a new approach to teaching; students go beyond theory based learning and explore ways to gain practical knowledge within their program of study. Students will enroll in two experiential learning courses while completing their degree. Experiential learning is offered through undergraduate research, internships, service learning, cooperative education, cultural immersion/study aboard, design project or practicum. Your academic advisor will assist you in selecting an experience that is right for you.
General Admissions Information
Admission to Purdue University Calumet is based on demonstrated academic quality rank factors, which includes a high school diploma or GED, meeting subject matter requirements, grade average in degree-related subjects, as well as overall grade average, trends in achievement, class rank, SAT or ACT test scores and the strength of the college preparatory program.
- Beginning Students — Need to submit an official high school transcript or GED scores and SAT/ACT scores (writing component is required). For applicants who have graduated from high school one year or more, the appropriate placement test results from the university's Skills Assessment and Development Center will substitute for SAT or ACT scores.
- Transfer Students — Need to submit an official high school transcript or GED scores, Transfer Credit Documentation Sheet - official college/university transcripts from each institution attended (if selected for evaluation) and $30.00 Transfer Evaluation Fee (if applicable). Applicants with fewer than 15 semester credits earned must submit SAT/ACT scores or PUC placement test results
For information about admissions requirements, including International, Re-Entry, Inter-Campus Transfer, Re-Classification and Non-Degree Seeking please visit the Office of Admissions web site.
What's New
Fall 2008: Experiential Learning Graduation Requirement See new program details: Computer Graphics Technology.