DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGY

(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree)

Eastfield only

• Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
• Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: AAS.DIGITAL.MEDIA

This program focuses on the application of computer technology in the area of digital publishing, preparing the student for employment in the areas of commercial printing, electronic pre-press, multimedia publishing, desktop publishing, or graphic design. A strong background in traditional skills is stressed and strengthened with training in contemporary software and business management techniques. Advanced students serve as professional interns or participate in a cooperative work program to gain practical job experience preparing them for full-time employment.

SEMESTER I

SEMESTER II

SEMESTER III

SEMESTER IV

+Math Elective - must select from the following:

++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.

+++Electives:

Designated Arts and Humanities Electives

(Course taken to meet the ++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective cannot be used to meet this requirement.)

Designated Digital Imaging Electives

Designated Photography Electives

Designated Communication Electives

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DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGY -- DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Gainful Employment Information

(Level I Certificate)

Eastfield only

• Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
• Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: C1.DIG.MEDIA.PHOTO

The digital photography one-year certificate program is designed to give students the necessary skills to work in the growing field of digital imaging and photography. Students will use computer software, traditional and digital darkroom techniques, and technical and artistic skills in photography, to communicate visually. Film based cameras as well as digital cameras will be used, in addition to film scanners, flatbed scanners, inkjet printers, color laser printers, and other equipment used in the digital imaging arena.

CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER I

ARTC 1305	Basic Graphic Design	3
ARTC 1302	Digital Imaging I	3
PHTC 1300	Photo Digital Imaging I	3
		9

SEMESTER II

PHTC 2349	Photo Digital Imaging II	3
ARTC 2305	Digital Imaging II	3
ARTV 1351	Digital Video	3
		9

SEMESTER III

ARTV 2341	Advanced Digital Video	3
PHTC 2342	Fashion Photography	3
PHTC 2331	Architectural Photography	3
ARTC 2388	Internship-Commercial and Advertising Art	3
		12
Minimum Hours Required		30

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGY -- DIGITAL PRE-PRESS

Gainful Employment Information

(Level I Certificate)

Eastfield only

• Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
• Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: C1.DIG.MEDIA.PRESS

This program provides students with entry-level digital imaging production skills. Students use state of the art computer software and hardware to professionally design images for print and electronic publication.

CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER I

ARTC 1305	Basic Graphic Design	3
ARTC 1313	Digital Publishing I	3
ARTC 1302	Digital Imaging I	3
ARTC 1353	Computer Illustration	3
		12

SEMESTER II

ARTC 2313	Digital Publishing II	3
ARTC 2340	Computer Illustration II	3
ARTC 2305	Digital Imaging II	3
		9

SEMESTER III

GRPH 2309	Digital Pre-Press	3
ARTC 2335	Portfolio Development for Graphic Design	3
ARTC 2388	Internship - Commercial and Advertising Art	3
		9

Minimum Hours Required

30

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DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGY -- MULTIMEDIA

Gainful Employment Information

(Level I Certificate)

Eastfield only

• Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
• Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: C1.DIG.MEDIA.MULT

This program provides students with entry level multimedia skills. Students use state of the art computer software and hardware to professionally design images for web based and digital publications. The core of this certificate is developing industry standard multimedia techniques.

CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER I

ARTC 1305	Basic Graphic Design	3
ARTC 1302	Digital Imaging I	3
ARTV 2301	2-D Animation I	3
		9

SEMESTER II

ARTC 1391	Special Topics in Graphic Design, Commercial Art and Illustration	3
ARTC 1327	Typography	3
ARTC 2305	Digital Imaging II	3
		9

SEMESTER III

ARTC 1359	Visual Design for New Media	3
ARTV 1351	Digital Video	3
ARTC 1353	Computer Illustration	3
ARTC 2388	Internship - Commercial and Advertising Art	3
		12

Minimum Hours Required

30

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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