Digital Media Technology Degree
A25210
Day/Evening/Online/Full-Time
Semester 1
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
ACA 111 - College Student Success
ACA 111 - College Student Success
This course introduces the college's physical, academic, and social environment and
promotes the personal development essential for success. Topics include campus facilities
and resources; policies, procedures, and programs; study skills; and life management
issues such as health, self-esteem, motivation, goal-setting, diversity, and communication.
Upon completion, students should be able to function effectively within the college
environment to meet their educational objectives.
Class: 1.00
Credits: 1.00
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1.00 |
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1.00 |
-OR- ACA 122 - College Transfer Success
ACA 122 - College Transfer Success
This course provides information and strategies necessary to develop clear academic
and professional goals beyond the community college experience. Topics include the
CAA, college policies and culture, career exploration, gathering information on senior
institutions, strategic planning, critical thinking, and communications skills for
a successful academic transition. Upon completion, students should be able to develop
an academic plan to transition successfully to senior institutions.
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 1.00
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2.00 |
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1.00 |
DME 110 - Introduction to Digital Media
DME 110 - Introduction to Digital Media
This course introduces students to key concepts, technologies, and issues related
to digital media. Topics include emerging standards, key technologies and related
design issues, terminology, media formats, career paths, and ethical issues. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate the various media formats that
are used in digital media technology.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
DME 115 - Graphic Design Tools
DME 115 - Graphic Design Tools
This course provides students with an introduction to creative expression and art/design
techniques in a digital environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, creating, editing
and integrating visual components consisting of bit-mapped and vector-based images,
drawings, banners, text, simple animations, and multiple layers. Upon completion,
students should be able to design and produce a range of visual products using digital
processing techniques.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
CTI 110 - Web, Programming, and DatabaseFoundation
CTI 110 - Web, Programming, and DatabaseFoundation
This course covers the introduction of the tools and resources available to students
in programming, mark-up language and services on the Internet. Topics include standard
mark-up language Internet services, creating web pages, using search engines, file
transfer programs; and database design and creation with DBMS products. Upon completion
students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of programming tools, deploy a web-site
with mark-up tools, and create a simple database table.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety
of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis,
effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and
revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent,
well-developed essays using standard written English.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
ART 111 - Art Appreciation
ART 111 - Art Appreciation
This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is
placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but
not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. Upon completion, students should
be able to identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods, and media.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
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Total: 16 / 16 |
Semester 2
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
GRA 151 - Computer Graphics I
GRA 151 - Computer Graphics I
This course introduces the use of hardware and software for production and design
in graphic arts. Topics include graphical user interface and current industry uses
such as design, layout, typography, illustration, and imaging for production. Upon
completion, students should be able to understand and use the computer as a fundamental
design and production tool.
Class: 1.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 2.00
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1.00 |
3.00 |
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2.00 |
DME 120 - Introduction to Multimedia Applications
DME 120 - Introduction to Multimedia Applications
This course introduces storyboarding and multimedia application design. Topics include
vector and bit-mapped graphics, interactive multimedia interfaces, layering techniques,
image and animation libraries, and scripting. Upon completion, students should be
able to produce basic high-quality interactive multimedia applications.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
GRD 141 - Graphic Design I
GRD 141 - Graphic Design I
This course introduces the conceptualization process used in visual problem solving.
Emphasis is placed on learning the principles of design and on the manipulation and
organization of elements. Upon completion, students should be able to apply design
principles and visual elements to projects.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 4.00
Credits: 4.00
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2.00 |
4.00 |
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4.00 |
DME 111 - Content Strategy
DME 111 - Content Strategy
This course introduces the fundamentals of planning, creating, delivering, and governing
content. Emphasis is placed on understanding the content lifecycle and best practices
for creating useful and relevant content. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate current best practices in developing a content strategy for web, email,
mobile and social media content.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
3.00 |
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3.00 |
| COM 231 - Public Speaking
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
GRD 281 - Design of Advertising
GRD 281 - Design of Advertising
This course explores the origins, roles, scope, forms, and development of advertising.
Emphasis is placed on advertising development from idea through production and the
interrelationship of marketing to types of advertising, media, and organizational
structure. Upon completion, students should be able to produce advertising for various
media and demonstrate an understanding of the complexities and relationships involved
in advertising design.
Class: 1.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 2.00
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1.00 |
3.00 |
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2.00 |
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Total: 17 |
Semester 3
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology
SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology
This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social
interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality,
cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological
concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
DME 130 - Digital Animation I
DME 130 - Digital Animation I
This course introduces concepts for planning and developing animation sequences.
Emphasis will be placed on review of digital animation concepts and exploration of
various animation software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to
produce simple animations.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
WEB 120 - Introduction to Internet Multimedia
WEB 120 - Introduction to Internet Multimedia
This course introduces the creation of rich media for the Internet. Topics include
the design, production and delivery of interactive content, rich media, digital video,
and digital audio. Upon completion, students should be able to create multimedia projects
incorporating graphics, text, video, and audio using industry standard authoring software
or web standards.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
DME 210 - User Interface Design
DME 210 - User Interface Design
This course covers current design approaches and emerging standards related to the
design and development of user interfaces. Emphasis is placed on conducting research,
and analyzing and reviewing current practices in effective interface design. Upon
completion, students should be able to intelligently discuss and evaluate new and
existing digital media products in terms of the user interface.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
GRD 282 - Advertising Copywriting
GRD 282 - Advertising Copywriting
This course covers copywriting for print, online, and digital advertising and promotion.Topics
include advertising strategies, proposals, headlines, slogans, and text copy for various
types of advertising. Upon completion, students should be able to develop content
used to market and promote goods and services and comprehend the ethical and regulatory
environment for advertising.
Class: 1.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 2.00
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1.00 |
3.00 |
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2.00 |
WEB 225 - Content Management Systems
WEB 225 - Content Management Systems
This course introduces students to Content Management Systems (CMS) designed for the
publication of Web content to Web sites. Topics include individual user accounts,
administration menus, RSS-feeds, customizable layout, flexible account privileges,
logging, blogging systems, creating online forums, and modules. Upon completion,
students should be able to register and maintain individual user accounts and create
a business website and/or an interactive community website.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
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Total: 17 |
Semester 4
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
MAT 110 - Mathematical Measurement and Literacy
MAT 110 - Mathematical Measurement and Literacy
This course provides an activity-based approach that develops measurement skills and
mathematical literacy using technology to solve problems for non-math intensive programs.
Topics include unit conversions and estimation within a variety of measurement systems;
ratio and proportion; basic geometric concepts; financial literacy; and statistics
including measures of central tendency, dispersion, and charting of data. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate the use of mathematics and technology to solve
practical problems, and to analyze and communicate results.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
DME 270 - Professional Practice in Digital Media
DME 270 - Professional Practice in Digital Media
This course introduces students to business skills needed to succeed in the digital
media workplace. Topics include portfolio development, resume design, and preparation
of media contacts. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare themselves
and their work for a career in the digital media workplace.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
DME 285 - Systems Project
DME 285 - Systems Project
This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant digital media project
from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis
is placed on project definition, testing, presentation, and implementation. Upon
completion, students should be able to complete, maintain and implement a digital
media project.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
WBL 110 - World of Work
WBL 110 - World of Work
This course covers basic knowledge necessary for gaining and maintaining employment.
Topics include job search skills, work ethic, meeting employer expectations, workplace
safety, and human relations. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully
make the transition from school to work.
Class: 1.00
Credits: 1.00
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1.00 |
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1.00 |
WBL 110A - World of Work Lab
WBL 110A - World of Work Lab
This course provides a laboratory experience that covers the knowledge necessary for
gaining and maintaining employment. Topics include job search and job interview skills,
employment expectations, and employment preparation. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate how to successfully make the transition from postsecondary
education to work.
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 1.00
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2.00 |
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1.00 |
WEB 214 - Social Media
WEB 214 - Social Media
This course introduces students to social media for organizations. Topics include
social media, marketing strategy, brand presence, blogging, social media analytics
and technical writing. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize popular
social media platforms as part of a marketing strategy, and work with social media
analytics tools.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
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Total: 14 |
