Digital Animation

This degree prepares students for entry-level positions dealing with the production of interactive presentations, medical illustration, gaming, web animation and cartooning. Students develop a high level of technical proficiency through the use of multiple software programs for creating, composing, and displaying animation designs for various media. They also develop solid design skills through training in traditional graphic design concepts and the integration of design principles throughout the curriculum.

Core classes focus on helping students learn industry standard software in illustration, photo manipulation, web graphics, animation and 3D modeling, and digital video production. Electives allow students to focus on desired design skills to gain an understanding of the application of web design, digital video production, and specific drawing skills. Students work independently and in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.

This degree requires the use of a computer for prolonged periods of time during class and lab, analytical and creative abilities, and basic computer skills to begin the program.

Requirements

Assessment testing is required for all students. Students who are reading at the college level and place into CCR 093 or above and MAT 050 or above may begin this program of study.

Required Courses

MGD 111	Adobe Photoshop I	3
MGD 112	Adobe Illustrator I	3
MGD 117	Introduction to Visual Communications	3
MGD 143	Motion Graphic Design I (Software)	3
	or
MGD 165	After Effects I	3
MGD 142	Digital Animatics	3
MGD 153	3D Animation I	3
MGD 167	Game Design I	3
MGD 211	Adobe Photoshop II	3
MGD 253	3D Animation II	3
MGD 268	Business for Creatives	3
Total Credit Hours:		30

Electives

Select 15 credits from any MGD coursework.  The following courses are recommended:

MGD 143	Motion Graphic Design I (Software)	3
MGD 165	After Effects I	3
MGD 133	Graphic Design I	3
MGD 267	Game Design II	3
MGD 116	Typography I	3
MGD 141	Web Design I	3
MGD 164	Digital Video Editing I	3
MGD 212	Adobe Illustrator II	3
MGD 243	Web Motion Graphic Design II	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

General Education Courses

Arts and Humanities

ART 121	Drawing I	3
ART 131	Visual Concepts 2-D Design	3
Total Credit Hours:		6

English

Select one course (3 credits) from below:

ENG 121	English Composition I	3
ENG 122	English Composition II	3
ENG 131	Technical Writing I	3
Total Credit Hours:		3

Mathematics

MAT 107	Career Mathematics	3
	or higher
Total Credit Hours:		3

General Studies

Select one course (3 credits) from the Approved Electives List. Some recommended courses are listed below: 

ART 127	Landscape Drawing I	3
ART 128	Figure Drawing I	3
ART 221	Drawing II	3
COM 115	Public Speaking	3
Total Credit Hours:		3

Required General Education Courses

Total Credit Hours:

15

Total Credit Hours: 60-62