Digital Media Arts
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Digital Media Arts is designed for the student who wishes to develop skills in the area of graphic design, imaging, photography, animation, time-based, interactivity, and media production. The program emphasizes critical thinking, written communication, and teamwork by challenging students to develop their own design method, production workflow, and conceptual aesthetic. The program provides students with a broad understanding of media design and its place in society as a means to communicate. It allows for the development of an individual's personal interest in this area, prepares students for employment, and upgrades skills of those already employed in this field. Upon completion of the program, students will have compiled a professional portfolio. Employment opportunities include, but are not limited to, graphic design, animation, web design, and video production. Based on course selections, students may also pursue transfer opportunities.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Digital Media Arts (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3567
Total credits required
66-74
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Create media designs to project specifications demonstrating professional competence in research, planning, production, and presentation. (ACV169, ACV177, ART/MMT184, ACV100, ART111, ART116, ACV142, ACV181, ACV200, JRN213, ACV182, ART/MMT185, ACV240, FMP108, FMP215, MUC111, MUC122, MUC191, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ])
- Apply critical thinking skills, the design process, and historical and media literacies to solve design problems. (ACV169, ACV177, ACV100, JRN213, ART/MMT185, ACV210, CIS133DA, ARH102, ARH110, HUM/THF105, (CRE), [FYC], [HU], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ])
- Critique media designs to evaluate their effectiveness. (ACV169, ACV177, ACV100, ART111, ART116, ACV248, JRN213, ARH102, ARH110, HUM/THF105, (CRE), [FYC], [HU])
- Research and apply industry standard tools to develop effective media, designs, and workflows. (ACV169, ACV177, JRN213, ART/MMT185, ACV210, ACV240, CIS133DA, FMP108, FMP215, MUC111, MUC122, MUC191, (CRE) [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ])
- Demonstrate professional and collaborative practices, such as communication, time management, organization, and legal and ethical considerations, in diverse settings. (ACV169, ACV177, ACV100, ACV248, JRN213, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [HU], [SB], [SG], [SQ])
- Communicate design ideas and solutions that recognize diverse opinions and cultural and individual differences. (ACV169, ACV177, ACV100, ART111, ART116, JRN213, ARH102, ARH110, HUM/THF105, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [HU], [SB])
- Create a portfolio of work that reflects current industry practices. (ACV169, ACV177, ACV248, JRN213, ACV280AC, ART297++, [FYC], [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Contribute to a client-based comprehensive project for industry, organization, or community use. (ACV280AC, ART297++, [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field. (FYE101, FYE103)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 32-34 | |
| AVC100 | Introduction to Digital Arts | 1 |
| AVC169 | 2D Media Design | 3 |
| AVC177 | Digital Photographic Imaging I | 3 |
| ART111 | Drawing I (3) OR | |
| ART116 | Life Drawing I (3) | 3 |
| ART/MMT184 | Digital Animation I | 3 |
| AVC142 | Introduction to Digital Photography | 3 |
| AVC181 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
| AVC200 | Animation and Interactivity | 3 |
| AVC248 | Design Self Promotion | 3 |
| ART297++ | Computer Graphic Design Internship (3) OR | |
| AVC280AC | Digital Media Arts and Design Capstone (3) | 3 |
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR | |
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) | 1-3 |
| JRN213 | Writing for Online | 3 |
Course Sequence by Term
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 12 | |
| Complete twelve (12) credits from the following courses: | ||
| ART/MMT185 | 3D Modeling for Animation I | 3 |
| AVC182 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
| AVC210 | Design Tools for Imagery, Production, and Publishing | 3 |
| AVC240 | Cinematography and Directing for 2D/3D Animation | 3 |
| CIS133DA | Internet/Web Development Level I | 3 |
| FMP108 | Video Production | 3 |
| FMP215 | Digital Video Effects | 3 |
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 |
| MUC191 | Electronic Music I | 3 |
| General Education Requirement | Credits: 22-28 | |
| General Education Core | Credits: 12-18 | |
| First-Year Composition | Credits: 6 | |
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) | 6 |
| Oral Communication | Credits: 3 | |
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR | |
| COM110 | Interpersonal Communication (3) OR | |
| COM225 | Public Speaking (3) OR | |
| COM230 | Small Group Communication (3) | 3 |
| Critical Reading | Credits: 0-3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR | |
| Equivalent as indicated by assessment | 0-3 | |
| Mathematics | Credits: 3-6 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Mathematics area. | 3-6 | |
| Recommended for students planning to transfer to a four-year university: | ||
| MAT140 | College Mathematics (5) OR | |
| MAT141 | College Mathematics (4) OR | |
| MAT142 | College Mathematics (3) OR | |
| MAT145 | College Mathematics with Review (5) OR | |
| MAT146 | College Mathematics with Review (6) | 3-6 |
| General Education Distribution | Credits: 10 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | Credits: 3 | |
| Students who intend to transfer should choose either ARH102 or HUM/THF205 to fulfill the [HU] requirement for transfer. | ||
| ARH102 | Art from Renaissance to Modernism (3) OR | |
| ARH110 | History of Graphic Design (3) OR | |
| HUM/THF205 | Introduction to Cinema (3) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Social-Behavioral Sciences area. | 3 | |
| Natural Sciences | Credits: 4 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Natural Sciences area. | 4 | |
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