Multimedia Certificate

My Academic Plan

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Multimedia and enter the workforce. Students explore graphic design software programs, visual communication, and production principles. This certificate program prepares students for entry-level career work as a generalist in digital media. 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 111Adobe Photoshop I

3

MGD 112Adobe Illustrator I

3

MGD 117Introduction to Visual Communications

3

MGD 114Adobe InDesign

3

MGD 103Introduction to Production Design

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Semester Note: Upon completion of MGD 111, MGD 112, MGD 117, MGD 114, and MGD 103, you should apply for the Fundamentals in Multimedia Technology Certificate.

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 141Web Design I

3

MGD 211Adobe Photoshop II

3

MGD 212Adobe Illustrator II

3

ELECTIVE MGD 143, MGD 153, MGD 164, or MGD 256

3

MGD 268Business for Creatives

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 Multimedia 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.

Total Credit Hours: 30