Digital Media Production, A.A.S.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: (AAS-FTC)
College Certificate: (CERT-FTC)

About the Program

The Digital Media Production Associate of Applied Science degree and College Certificate program will provide students with a broad survey of the digital production tools. The students will gain a theoretical grasp of the implications of digital mass communications through various digital media production courses and hands-on experience in digital video and sound production, web design layout and design. The program may be pursued as a full-time or part-time study.

This Program Offers:

• Associate of Applied Science: 61 credit hours
• College Certificate: 33 credit hours

Program Goals

• To teach and provide students with a foundation in the field of Digital Media Productions as a precursor for a declared four-year degree
• To produce students that can work with and visualize the direction of digital media

Program Outcomes

• Students will be able to effectively use industry-standard motion media editing software applications in digital video production e.g. preproduction, production and post-production
• Analyze the relationship of aesthetics, content, user needs and/or interactivity of projects for implementing digital media
• Apply knowledge of story structure to synthesize a design, incorporate storyboards and flow chart techniques using good design principles and contemporary digital technology for motion media projects
• Create a production plan and schedule that meets client needs, appropriately utilizes resources and operates timely and efficiently within budget constraints
• Demonstrate an understanding of legal regulations, industry ethics, production schedules and budgets to effectively function as a contributing member of the production team
• Use listening and knowledge of technical terms/industry jargon to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with clients, colleagues and other industry professionals

College Certificate Goals

• To provide student’s a basic foundation in digital media production
• Provide a foundation for students to develop competency in developing media projects utilizing digital media technology

College Certificate Outcomes

• Students will be able to create art and design projects utilizing digital media technology software
• Demonstrate competency in developing media projects that incorporate web design and development, computer graphics and digital video
• Demonstrate proficiency in editing, streaming media, web animation, motion graphics, and dimensional animation

Admission Requirements

Students are required to do the following:

• Declare intent to enter the Digital Media Production program on the WCCCD Admission Application or change intent
• Obtain an Education Development Plan (Plan of Work) outlining the student’s plan for program completion from an academic advisor
• Complete 23 required credits and 7 electives credits from the Digital Media program electives list at the Admissions Office
• Fulfill all WCCCD admission requirements
• Fulfill course placement requirements based on the ACCUPLACER^® assessment
• Complete a WCCCD Program Application and submit to the Campus Academic Officer

Prerequisite Work

• Prior to beginning the Major Requirements students are required to test at the level or complete English 119 and be computer literate or complete OIS 101