Multimedia Certificate

My Academic Plan

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your certificate 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.

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

MGD 111	Adobe Photoshop I	3
MGD 112	Adobe Illustrator I	3
MGD 117	Introduction to Visual Communications	3
MGD 114	Adobe InDesign	3
MGD 103	Introduction 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

MGD 141	Web Design I	3
MGD 211	Adobe Photoshop II	3
ELECTIVE	MGD 163 or MUS 163	3
ELECTIVE	MGD 143/153/164/256/212/259 or ART 139	3
MGD 268	Business for Creatives	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Semester Note: Take MGD 268 in the last semester.

You should apply for completion of the Multimedia Certificate at the end of Semester 2.

Total Credit Hours: 30

Important Program Notes:

Scheduling may vary per campus locations. You are encouraged to register for courses in accord with your main campus scheduling.