Digital Animation 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 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

MGD 1011	Adobe Photoshop I	3
MGD 1012	Adobe Illustrator I	3
MGD 1017	Intro to Visual Communications	3
MGD 1019	Maya I	3
MGD 1053	3D Animation I	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Semester Note: Upon completion of MGD 1011, MGD 1012, MGD 1017, MGD 1019, and MGD 1053, you should apply for the Fundamentals in Multimedia Technology Certificate.

Second Semester

MGD 1042	Digital Animatics	3
MGD 1067	Game Design I	3
ELECTIVE	Motion Graphic Design I (MGD 1043) or After Effects I (1065)	3
MGD 2053	3D Animation II	3
MGD 2068	Business for Creatives	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Semester Note:  MGD 2068 must be taken in your last two semesters.

You should apply for completion of the Digital Animation 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.

The Design Animation 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.