2017-2018 Catalog

Video Production & Editing Associate of Applied Science

My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.

My Academic Plan

Program Mission & Description

This degree prepares students for entry-level positions in Graphic Design, Web Design, Animation and Video Production & Editing. In addition to developing a high level of technical proficiency using multiple software programs, students also develop traditional graphic design concepts and skills within the curriculum.

Core courses focus on assisting students in learning industry standard software in illustration, print layout & production, photo manipulation, motion graphics, animation, 3D modeling, and digital video production. Electives allow students to focus on more specific design and software skills. 

Students work independently as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.

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Career Opportunities

This degree program prepares you for entry-level positions in companies involved in video production, editing, and designing.

AAS in Video Production

First Semester

Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.

MGD 111Adobe Photoshop I

3

MGD 112Adobe Illustrator I

3

MGD 117Introduction to Visual Communications

3

ART 131Visual Concepts 2-D Design

3

ENG- GENEnglish: ___________

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Second Semester

Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.

MGD 104Videography

3

MGD 164Digital Video Editing I

3

MGD 116Typography I

3

ART 121Drawing I

3

MAT- GENMathematics:___________

3-5

Total Credit Hours:15-17

Third Semester

Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.

MGD 163Sound Design I

3

MGD ELCMultimedia Technology Elective:__________

3

MGD 204Videography II

3

MGD 264Digital Video Editing II

3

ELC- LSTApproved Elective:__________

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Fourth Semester

Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.

MGD 165After Effects I

3

MGD ELCMultimedia Technology Elective:__________

3

MGD ELCMultimedia Technology Elective:__________

3

MGD ELCMultimedia Technology Elective:__________

3

MGD ELCMultimedia Technology Elective:__________

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Total Credit Hours: 60-62