Multimedia: Digital Animation - Associate of Science Degree

This Associates of Science Multimedia with an emphasis in Digital Animation focuses on the 2D and 3D animation process used in the entertainment industry and in multimedia production. Students learn to develop and animate 2D and 3D characters and other objects used in animations and in games. This degree prepares students to transfer to a four year program in digital animation and/or to secure an entry-level position as a Character Designer, a 2D/3D Animator, or a Visual Development Artist

 

Associated Major Sheet (PDF)

 

Major/Program Requirements

Required Courses:

MULTI 100	Multimedia Foundations	3.00
MULTI 111	Adobe Photoshop I	3.00
MULTI 171 or CIS 162	Adobe Animate	3.00
MULTI 130	Digital Illustration with Adobe Illustrator I	3.00
MULTI 150	3D Modeling and Animation with Maya I	3.00
MULTI 152	Motion Graphics with Adobe After Effects	3.00
MULTI 211	Adobe Photoshop II	3.00
MULTI 250	3D Modeling and Animation with Maya II	3.00
MULTI 214	Digital Media Portfolio	1.00-3.00
	Total Credit Hours:	25.00-27.00

Recommended Courses:

MULTI 230	Digital Illustration with Adobe Illustrator II	3.00
MULTI 212	Digital Media Careers	3.00

A student receiving a degree in this field will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of concept, design and creation of 2D and 3D digital animation projects.
• Engage creativity and original thinking in the production of of digital animation projects.
• Select appropriate tools, techniques and processes for a range of digital production contexts.
• Work alone or in a team to create, develop and present storyboards and prototypes for clients and organizations.

 

Lower division requirements for students interested in transferring to a four-year institution in this field may differ from associate degree requirements. Prospective transfer students should complete the general education and lower division requirements of the school to which they will be transferring. See a counselor for details. Information is also available at www.assist.org.

 

 

_{*Available as of 9/26/19}