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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one semester Certificate in Fundamentals in Multimedia Technology and enter the workforce. Students explore a range of multimedia, visual communications and software applications. This certificate provides a basic overview of the field and teaches basic multimedia skills. To enhance skills and career options, students are advised to pursue an additional certificate and/or an AAS degree in Digital Animation, Graphic Design, Video Production and Editing, or Web Design. Students work independently, as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.
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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 |
| ELECTIVE | Multimedia Elective: __________ | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Multimedia Elective: __________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester Note: You should apply for completion of the Fundamentals of Multimedia Certificate at the end of Semester 1.
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.