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Animator Level II Certificate
Program Available at:
- Richland
Catalog Year 2020-2021 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Level 2 Certificate
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
Effective Spring 2022, this certificate is under Digital Art and Design with new curriculum requirements.
For more information, visit the Dallas College Multimedia webpage and your academic advisor at the Richland Campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Multimedia Web Design. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn the Animator Level II Certificate. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
The Animator Certificate provides students with entry-level skills in the development of motion graphics, 2-D and 3-D animations, interactive computer games, and simulations for corporations, e-learning, and government organizations. This award provides an external learning experience. Courses that complete the certificate and are noted below.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official certificate requirements. Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 48 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
ARTS 1316 – Drawing I
ARTV 1303 – Basic Animation
CHOOSE ONE:
- IMED 1301 – Introduction to Digital Media OR
- GAME 1303 – Introduction to Game Design and Development
CHOOSE ONE:
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 2
ARTV 1351 – Digital Video
ARTV 1345 – 3-D Modeling & Rendering I
ARTC 1359 – Visual Design for New Media
CHOOSE ONE:
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit amd confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 3
ARTV 1341 – 3-D Animation I
ELECTIVE SPECIALTY ELECTIVE *
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of "C" or better.
CHOOSE ONE:
* Specialty Elective courses must be selected from ARTC 1353, ARTC 2305, ARTS 1317, ARTV 1343, ARTV 2330, ARTV 2345, ARTV 2351, GAME 2332
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a faculty or career advisor regarding placement for the Internship course.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 4
IMED 2388 – Internship-Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia*
GAME 1304 – Level Design
CHOOSE ONE:
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course.
- MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of "C" or better.
- MATH 1316 – Plane Trigonometry This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of "C" or better.
- MATH 1324 – Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of "C" or better. OR
- MATH 1332 – Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning) This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of "C" or better.
* There are several course options to fulfill this elective requirement for the Associate Degree. Speak with your academic or faculty advisors for a specific list in the catalog.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, apply for Graduation.
- Meet with your advisor to apply for the Animator Level II Certificate.
Total Hours: 12
PATHWAY TOTAL: 48 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS