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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Digital Animation and enter the workforce. Students explore the features, skills and techniques of digital animation software. This certificate program prepares students for entry-level career positions dealing with the production of interactive presentations, medical illustration, gaming, web animation, and cartooning. 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.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| 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 |
| MGD 153 | 3D Animation I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| MGD 211 | Adobe Photoshop II | 3 |
| MGD 165 | After Effects I | 3 |
| MGD 268 | Business for Creatives | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | MGD 167, MGD 267, MGD 243, or MGD 253 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | MGD 167, MGD 267, MGD 243, or MGD 253 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester Note: Take MGD 268 in Semester 2 if only certificate seeking. It should be taken the last semester.
You should apply for completion of the Digital Animation Certificate at the end of Semester 2.
The Multimedia Technology Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree is valued with higher regard as it requires more education to obtain than a certificate. As such, it is recommended that interested students declare the AAS Degree as the overall goal. Students declaring the AAS Degree will also complete the Fundamentals of Multimedia Certificate as well as a certificate in the chosen focus area by the time of graduation.