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Digital Media Technology Associate in Science Degree (and Certificate Programs)

Set Yourself Up for a Great Career Valencia’s A.S. Degree in Digital Media Technology is one of the hottest emerging career fields today. Combining classroom experience with real-world projects, this interdisciplinary program is designed for students seeking exciting careers in digital video production, video editing and motion graphics creation. Students in Valencia’s Digital Media program create persuasive, informational, educational and entertainment-based video, audio and motion graphic content for use in multimedia, web, broadcast and live events. Students may specialize in two areas: The Live Event Video Production specialization focuses on the creation of video and audio materials for formats ranging from streaming web video to full-resolution high definition. There is a strong emphasis on production and working on projects with live audiences in venues ranging from conventions and corporate meetings to themed interactive entertainment.

The Video and Motion Graphics specialization focuses on the artistry and design used to create compelling broadcast and interactive graphics. Students learn about a wide array of industrystandard motion graphics programs, including 3D and interactive motion graphic software.

Potential Careers • • • • •

Interactive Media Technician Web Production Technician Post-Production Specialist Digital Audio Technician Digital Media Production Specialist

• • • • •

Motion Graphics Designer Broadcast Designer Digital Video Editor Digital Videographer DVD Developer

Potential Earnings For salary and wage information, visit: http://floridawages.com/

Contacts Prospective Students: Contact Enrollment Services at enrollment@valenciacollege.edu

or call 407-582-1507.

Current Students: Mr. Robert McCaffrey Program Chair

East Campus: 407-582-2784 rmccaffrey@valenciacollege.edu

Ms. Kristol Bell Career Program Advisor

East Campus: 407-582-2097 kbell@valenciacollege.edu

A.S. to Bachelor’s Degree Career Path…

For a Jump Start on Your Career…

Take the fast track to reaching your career goals with one of our certificate programs below. These certificate programs are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for immediate employment or to upgrade your skills for job advancement. Most can be completed in one year or less, and all of the courses in the certificate programs can be applied towards the A.S. degree.

Did you know that all of Valencia’s A.S. degree programs will transfer into the Bachelor’s of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree at UCF’s regional campuses, as well as other universities? For more information about specific locations and requirements, visit: regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/program/applied-science/

Internship & Workforce Services • • • • • • • •

Digital Media Development (12 credits) Digital Media Production (15 credits) Digital Media Video Production (12 credits) Digital Media Web Production (15 credits) Digital Video Editing and Post-Production (24 credits) Digital Video Fundamentals (12 credits) Digital-Webcast Media (12 credits) Digital-Webcast Technology (24 credits) Receive updates about the program and connect with other students at: facebook.com/ValenciaArtsandEntertainment

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If you need assistance with job resources or in locating an internship, please contact one of the individuals below: Vertrilla Hunt, East Campus: 407-582-2726 Carmen Diaz, West Campus: 407-582-1034 Matthew Abalos, Osceola Campus: 407-582-4196 For more information, visit: valenciacollege.edu/internship

DraftingMedia Digital and Design Technology Technology Digital Media Technology with Specializations in: Live Event Video Production Video and Motion Graphics Associate in Science Degree Valencia’s A.S. degree in Digital Media is one of the hottest emerging career fields today. Combining classroom experience with real-world projects, this interdisciplinary program is designed for students seeking exciting careers in digital video production, video editing and motion graphics creation. Students in Valencia’s Digital Media program create persuasive, informational, educational and entertainment-based video, audio and motion graphics content for use in multimedia, web, broadcast and live events.

Live Event Video Production Specialization Program Outcomes: • • • • • •

FOUNDATION COURSES Course

Students are strongly encouraged to consult a career program advisor in the department office for assistance in determining the best education plan for their career goals.

Although scheduling may not always provide for the following progression of courses, students should use the foundation, intermediate and advanced course sequence as a guide in program planning.

All degree-seeking students must satisfy entry testing requirements and satisfactorily complete all Mandatory Courses in reading, student success, mathematics, English, and English for Academic Purposes in which the student is placed.

Credits

2 4 4 5 3 3 3 3 3 30

INTERMEDIATE COURSES

If you have an interest in becoming a production assistant, video editor, motion graphics artist, videographer or multimedia specialist, then Valencia’s program may be just what you’re looking for.

Graduates of specific programs at Orange County Tech Centers may be eligible for the award of credit in specific courses in this program. For information and requirements, visit the Valencia Web site at valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/tech.cfm to view the articulation agreement. Eligible students should contact the related academic department and/or career program advisor at Valencia for the award of credit.

Title

TPA 1380 Survey of Entertainment Technology TPA 2260 Introduction to Audio Production TPA 1200 Basic Stagecraft + DIG 2000C Introduction to Digital Media and Design +*DIG 2109C Digital Imaging Fundamentals +*DIG 2430C Digital Storytelling +*ENC 1101 Freshman Composition I Humanities See Gen. Ed. Requirement Science or +* Mathematic See A.S. Gen. Ed. Requirement Total Credits

The Video and Motion Graphics specialization focuses on the artistry and design used to create compelling broadcast and interactive graphics. Students learn about a wide array of industry-standard motion graphics programs, including 3D and interactive motion graphics software.

The Live Event Video Production specialization focuses on the creation of video and audio materials for formats ranging from streaming Web video to full-resolution high definition. There is a strong emphasis on production and working on projects with live audiences in venues ranging from conventions and corporate meetings to themed interactive entertainment.

Produce professional quality video projects.

Webcast live events.

Solve industry-related problems.

Write and speak the language of the industry effectively.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Manage a live video production crew.

Course

Title

POS 2041 PSY 1012 +*DIG 2030C +*DIG 2284C TPA 2522 TPA 2220 + TPA 2257 + MUM 2630C

U. S. Government General Psychology Digital Video and Sound Advanced Digital Video and Sound Introduction to Audio Visual Technology Introduction to Stage Lighting Audio Visual Production Sound for Media Total Credits

Credits

3 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 25

ADVANCED COURSES +* +* +* +*

Course

Title

DIG 2291C DIG 2292C DIG 2580 DIG 2943

Advanced Audio Visual Technology Digital Post Production Digital Media Portfolio Review Internship in Digital Media Total Credits Total Degree Credits

Credits

Video and Motion Graphics Specialization Program Outcomes: • • • • • •

Produce professional quality video projects.

Implement changes to web sites.

Solve industry-related problems.

Write and speak the language of the industry effectively.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Design compelling motion graphics.

Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.

3 3 1 2 9 6

DraftingMedia Digital and Design Technology Technology FOUNDATION COURSES

+ * +* + +* +*

+*

Digital Media Development

Course

Title

Credits

DIG 2100C DIG 2000C DIG 2109C DIG 2430C ART 1300C GRA 1206C GRA 1413 ENC 1101 Humanities Science or Mathematics

Web Essentials Introduction to Digital Media and Design Digital Imaging Fundamentals Digital Storytelling Drawing I Fundamentals of Typography Professional Development for Designers Freshman Composition I See A.S. Gen. Ed. Requirement

2 5 3 3 3 3 1 3 3

See A.S. Gen. Ed. Requirement Total Credits

3 29

Technical Certificate This program is designed to provide students with the skills required to create digital media presentations for Internet or CD/DVD delivery as well as other venues.

Program Outcomes: • • • • • •

Produce video projects.

Implement changes to Web sites.

Solve Industry-related problems.

Comprehend the language of the industry.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Create graphics.

INTERMEDIATE COURSES

+* +* +* +* + +*

Course

Title

POS 2041 PSY 1012 DIG 2341C DIG 2030C DIG 2500C DIG 2302C MUM 2630C GRA 2156C

U. S. Government General Psychology Introduction to Motion Graphics Digital Video and Sound Fundamentals of Interactive Design Introduction to 3D Motion Graphics Sound for Media Adobe Illustrator Total Credits

Course

Credits

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 24

GRA 1413 +* DIG 2500C DIG 2100C +* DIG 2430C * DIG 2109C

Title

Credits

Professional Development for Designers Fundamentals of Interactive Design Web Essentials Digital Storytelling Digital Imaging Fundamentals Total Certificate Credits

1 3 2 3 3 12

NOTES: All certificate courses are offered on East Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.

ADVANCED COURSES +* +* +* +* +*

Course

Title

DIG 2943 DIG 2284C DIG 2950C DIG 2580 DIG 2342C

Internship in Digital Media Advanced Digital Video and Sound Digital Media Project Digital Media Portfolio Review Advanced Motion Graphics Total Credits Total Degree Credits

Credits

1 3 3 1 3 11 64

Digital Media Production Technical Certificate This program is designed to prepare students for initial employment as digital media production technicians. This basic-to-intermediate-level certificate provides students with the skills needed for the use of computer hardware and software and video equipment to create digital media and digital video projects.

Program Outcomes: NOTES: Specialized program courses are offered on the East Campus; some of the courses are offered at other locations.

• •

General education courses are in bold print in the course listing.

• • • •

Produce video projects.

Recognize common terms and practices used in the creation of Web sites.

Solve industry-related problems.

Comprehend the language of the industry.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Create graphics.

Several Florida public universities provide opportunities for A.S. degree graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree. All of Valencia’s A.S. degrees will transfer into the Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree offered at UCF’s regional campuses, as well as other universities. For more information on UCF’s B.A.S. degree, go to regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/program/applied-science. For other transfer options that may be available, go to valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/tech.cfm.

Students who want to continue their education should contact their university of choice for acceptance of this degree.

+ DIG 2000C GRA 1413 + MUM 2630C * DIG 2109C +* DIG 2030C

For students who are interested in pursuing UCF’s B.A.S. degree, 36 credit hours of general education courses will be required. Students will have to fulfill the state’s foreign language requirement, which is two years of the same high school foreign language or two semesters of the same collegelevel foreign language.

NOTES: All certificate courses are offered on East Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.

Course

Title

Credits

Introduction to Digital Media Professional Development for Designers Sound for Media Technology Digital Imaging Fundamentals Digital Video and Sound Total Certificate Credits

Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.

5 1 3 3 3 15

DraftingMedia Digital and Design Technology Technology Digital Media Video Production

Digital Video Editing and Post-Production

Technical Certificate

Technical Certificate

This program is designed to provide students with the skills required to create digital video presentations for DVDs, Internet or live audiences as well as other venues. This certificate focuses on screenwriting, digital video production and post-production skills.

This program is designed to prepare students for employment as video production or post-production assistants or to provide supplemental training for those already employed in the field. This certificate provides students with the skills needed for video production, editing, postproduction and image manipulation.

Program Outcomes: • • • • • •

Edit professional quality video projects.

Recognize common terms and practices used in the creation of Web sites.

Solve Industry-related problems.

Comprehend the language of the industry.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Choose compelling motion graphics.

Course

Title

* +* +* +*

DIG 2430 DIG 2030C DIG 2284C DIG 2341C

Digital Storytelling Digital Video and Sound Advanced Digital Video and Sound Introduction to Motion Graphics Total Certificate Credits

3 3 3 3 12

Technical Certificate This program is designed to prepare students for initial employment as Web production assistants or to provide supplemental training for those already employed in the field. This basic-to-intermediate-level certificate provides students with the skills needed for computer operations, digital media production and image manipulation to create Web projects.

Program Outcomes:

* + +* +*

Produce video projects.

Implement changes to Web sites.

Solve industry-related problems.

Comprehend the language of the industry.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Analyze motion graphics.

Title

DIG 2100C GRA 1413 DIG 2109C DIG 2500C DIG 2341C DIG 2030C

Web Essentials Professional Development for Designers Digital Imaging Fundamentals Fundamentals of Interactive Design Introduction to Motion Graphics Digital Video and Sound Total Certificate Credits

Edit professional quality video projects.

Implement changes to Web sites.

Solve industry-related problems.

Comprehend the language of the industry.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Choose compelling motion graphics.

Course

+ DIG 2000C GRA 1413 * DIG 2109c * DIG 2430 +* DIG 2030C +* DIG 2284C +* DIG 2341C +* DIG 2342C

Title

Introduction to Digital Media and Design Professional Development for Designers Digital Imaging Fundamentals Digital Storytelling Digital Video and Sound Advanced Digital Video and Sound Introduction to Motion Graphics Advanced Motion Graphics Total Certificate Credits

Credits

5 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 24

NOTES: All certificate courses are offered on East Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.

Digital Media Web Production

Course

• • • • • •

Credits

NOTE: All certificate courses are offered on the East Campus.

• • • • • •

Program Outcomes:

Digital Video Fundamentals Technical Certificate This program is designed to prepare students for initial employment as video or audio visual technicians. This basic-to-intermediate-level certificate provides students with the skills needed for computer operations, video production, audio visual production and lighting to create video projects for web, broadcast or industrial use.

Program Outcomes: • • Credits

2 1 3 3 3 3 15

NOTES: All certificate courses are offered on the East Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.

Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.

• • •

Produce video projects.

Recognize common terms and practices used in the creation of Web sites.

Solve industry-related problems.

Comprehend the language of the industry.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Course

+ DIG 2000C GRA 1413 +* DIG 2030C + MUM 2630C

Title

Introduction to Digital Media and Design Professional Development for Designers Digital Video and Sound Sound for Media Total Certificate Credits

Credits

5 1 3 3 12

NOTES: All certificate courses are offered on East Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.

DraftingMedia Digital and Design Technology Technology Webcast Media Technical Certificate This program is designed to prepare students for employment as webcast production assistants. The content includes, but is not limited to, use of lighting equipment, organization, and editing of video resources, and design and generation of graphic elements.

Program Outcomes: • • • • • •

Produce video projects.

Recognize terms associated with webcasts.

Solve industry-related problems.

Comprehend the language of the industry.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Operate lights and video cameras.

Course

Title

+ +* +* +

TPA 2257 DIG 2109C DIG 2030C MUM 2630C

Audio Visual Production Digital Imaging Fundamentals Digital Video and Sound Sound for Media Total Certificate Credits

Credits

3 3 3 3 12

Webcast Technology Technical Certificate This program is designed to prepare students for employment as webcast production assistants. The content includes, but is not limited to, use of lighting equipment, operation of video camera, set up and operation of audio recording equipment, design and generation of graphic elements, organization, editing of video resources, and planning, coordination and management of video or webcast production.

Program Outcomes: • • • • • •

Produce video projects.

Plan a webcast.

Solve industry-related problems.

Write and speak the language of the industry effectively.

Demonstrate professional behavior.

Work as part of a live production crew.

Course

Title

+ +* +* + +* +* +* +*

TPA 2257 DIG 2109C DIG 2030C MUM 2630C DIG 2430C DIG 2284C DIG 2291C DIG 2292C

Audio Visual Production Digital Imaging Fundamentals Digital Video and Sound Sound for Media Digital Storytelling Advanced Digital Video and Sound Advanced Audio Visual Technology Digital Post-Production Total Certificate Credits

Credits

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 24

Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.