Fundamentals in Multimedia Technology Certificate
Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a Certificate in Fundamentals in Multimedia Technology and enter the workforce. Students explore a range of multimedia, visual communications and software applications. This certificate provides a basic overview of the field and teaches basic multimedia skills. To enhance skills and career options, students are advised to pursue an additional certificate and/or an AAS degree in Digital Animation, Graphic Design, Video Production and Editing, or Web Design. 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.
My Academic Plan: Full-Time
Courses are displayed in a full-time sequence showing the fastest path to your certificate. Follow the pathway below to complete your certificate in 1 semester. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.
First Semester
| MGD 1011 | Adobe Photoshop I | 3 |
| MGD 1012 | Adobe Illustrator I | 3 |
| MGD 1017 | Intro to Visual Communications | 3 |
| Elective | Any Fundamentals in MGD Certificate Elective* | 3 |
| Elective | Any Fundamentals in MGD Certificate Elective* | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
My Academic Plan: Part-Time
Courses are displayed in a part-time sequence providing flexibility for the working professional. Follow the pathway below to complete your certificate within 2 semesters (1 year). This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.
Fall Semester 1
Spring Semester 2
| Elective | Any Fundamentals in MGD Certificate Elective* | 3 |
| Elective | Any Fundamentals in MGD Certificate Elective* | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 15
Prior Learning eligible course
• Learn more about Credit for Prior Learning
• View all eligible courses
Important Program Notes:
*Fundamentals in Multimedia Technology (MGD) Certificate Electives include: MGD 1004, MGD 1013, MGD 1014, MGD 1019, MGD 1020, MGD 1033, MGD 1041, MGD 1043, MGD 1053, MGD 1064, ART 1401, or ART 2405.
Scheduling may vary per campus locations. You are encouraged to register for courses in accord with your main campus scheduling.
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 in Multimedia Certificate as well as a certificate in the chosen focus area by the time of graduation.