CHERRYPICKERDe Anza College
ARTS 85
Graphic Design: Motion Graphics · 4 units · used in 9 transfer pathways
Where this page’s information comes from
- De Anza catalogcourse record · 2025-2026
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
This course focuses on the analysis and interpretation of the art and design involved in the production of graphic design to be viewed in non-print media (such as video, and digital screens). The creative integration of "type" and "image" in motion is stressed using directed laboratory exercises. The primary software presented is Adobe After Effects. Other software used includes Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:00 PM UTCNo section is scheduled at De Anza College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
ARTS 53Introduction to Graphic Design: Vector Illustration- or
ARTS 54Introduction to Graphic Design: Digital Imaging
Catalog wording: “ARTS D053. or ARTS D054.”
Transfer pathways that use ARTS 85
ASSIST maps ARTS 85 to a requirement in 9 published pathways from De Anza College.
- Communication Design B.S., Visual Design ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Monterey Bay
- Communication Design B.S., Game Design & Interactive Media ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Monterey Bay
- Art, B.F.A.: Illustration ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Hayward
- Art, B.F.A.: Transdisciplinary Arts ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Hayward
- Art, B.F.A.: Graphic Design ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Hayward
- Art, B.A.: Art & Design ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Hayward
- Art, B.F.A.: Video & Animation ConcentrationDe Anza → CSU Hayward
- Art HistoryDe Anza → Cal Poly Pomona
- Visual Communication DesignDe Anza → Cal Poly Pomona
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