My Academic Plan
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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Digital Imaging and enter the workforce. Students explore visual communications, fine art, design, camera, video and photo processes. This certificate program prepares students for entry-level career positions in digital photo labs, newspaper photo departments, and graphic design production. Students work independently, as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.
Learn more about this program.
First Semester
| MGD 1011 | Adobe Photoshop I | 3 |
| MGD 1012 | Adobe Illustrator I | 3 |
| MGD 1017 | Intro to Visual Communications | 3 |
| ART 1401 | Digital Photography I | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | MGD 1004/1033/1064/2004/2059/2064, ART 1115/1404/2405, or JOU 1021 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
| MGD 2011 | Adobe Photoshop II | 3 |
| ART 2401 | Digital Photography II | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | MGD 1004/1033/1064/2004/2059/2064, ART 1115/1404/2405, or JOU 1021 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | MGD 1004/1033/1064/2004/2059/2064, ART 1115/1404/2405, or JOU 1021 | 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 Imaging Certificate at the end of Semester 2.