2019-2020 Catalog

Video Production & Editing Associate of Applied Science

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Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a two-year AAS Degree in Video Production & Editing and enter the workforce. Students explore video editing for television and commercial applications, production of interactive CDs, and original video production. This digital media degree gives students the foundation to go into a variety of career fields, from traditional advertising agencies to design agencies to video production companies to web production companies. Students learn how to use industry-standard design software and learn about typography, images, and the creative process involved in designing graphics that clearly present information. Our digital media degree program also includes a series of art courses to give students a solid foundation in the core of graphic design. 

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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 104Videography

3

MGD 164Digital Video Editing I

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Semester Note: Semester Note: Upon completion of MGD 111, MGD 112, MGD 117, MGD 104, and MGD 164, 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 116Typography I

3

MGD 163Sound Design I

3

MGD 204Videography II

3

ENGLISH ENG 121, ENG 122, or ENG 131

3

MATH MAT 107 or higher

3-5

Total Credit Hours:15-17
Semester Note: Take MGD 165 or MGD 164 and MGD268 in Semester 2 instead of English if only seeking a Video Production and Editing Certificate.

Third 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.

ART 121Drawing I

3

MGD 165After Effects I

3

ART 131Visual Concepts 2-D Design

3

MGD 264Digital Video Editing II

3

ELECTIVE MGD 143 or Any MGD Prefix

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Fourth 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.

GEN EDUAny Approved Elective List Course:__________

3

ELECTIVE MGD 211, 212, 243, or Any MGD Prefix

3

ELECTIVE MGD 211, 212, 243, or Any MGD Prefix

3

ELECTIVE MGD 211, 212, 243, or Any MGD Prefix

3

MGD 268Business for Creatives

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Semester Note: You should take MGD 268 in Semester 4 if associate seeking. It should be taken in the last semester.

Upon completion of MGD 111, MGD 112, MGD 117, MGD 164, MGD 104, MGD 116, MGD 163, MGD 204, MGD 268, and MGD 165 or MGD 264, you should apply for the Video Production and Editing Certificate.

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: 60-62