GDES 120 - Digital Design & AI tools

    Recent Professors
    Seth Cortright
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    GDES 115 / MMST 115 or GDES 112 / MMST 112. May be taken as GDES 120 or MMST 120; credit awarded for only one course.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of GDES 120
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    (Prerequisite: GDES 115 / MMST 115 or GDES 112 / MMST 112. May be taken as GDES 120 or MMST 120; credit awarded for only one course.) Learn how today's designers use Figma, AI tools, and digital workflows to create powerful branding, marketing, and storytelling projects. This hands-on course covers core graphic design principles while introducing AI-assisted creativity for faster, smarter design processes. Students will build real-world projects, collaborate in cloud-based platforms, and create portfolio-ready work for digital and print. No coding or web development experience required—this class focuses on design thinking, visual storytelling, and modern creative skills. (CSU/UC)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:40pm–4:00pm