DCCCD
(Level I Certificate)
North Lake 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.VIDEO.ANIM.17
This program provides the student with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills required for entry-level employment in the field of animation and special effects. Emphasis is placed on computer-based animation and visual effects for film, video and interactive multimedia production.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| ARTV 1345 | 3-D Modeling and Rendering I | 3 |
| RTVB 2430 | Film and Video Editing | 4 |
| RTVB 1409 | Audio/Radio Production I | 4 |
| ARTV 1341 | 3-D Animation I | 3 |
| 14 |
SEMESTER II
| ARTV 2351 | 3-D Animation II | 3 |
| ARTV 2345 | 3-D Modeling and Rendering II | 3 |
| RTVB 1320 | Television Lighting | 3 |
| ARTV 2341 | Advanced Digital Video | 3 |
| +Electives | 3 | |
| 15 |
| Minimum Hours Required | 29 |
+Electives - must be selected from the following:
| ARTC 1302 | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| FLMC 1331 | Video Graphics and Visual Effects I | 3 |
| RTVB 1391 | Special Topics in Radio and Television Broadcasting | 3 |
| RTVB 1392 | Special Topics in Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | 3 |
| ARTV 2355 | Character Rigging and Animation | 3 |
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.
