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Animation Certificate
Program Available at:
- Brookhaven
- North Lake
- Richland
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Level 1 Certificate
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI May be Exempt
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Digital Art and Design. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn the Animation 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 Animation Certificate emphasizes individualized real-world, hands-on technical and conceptual skills for students to incorporate a specialized focus of animation. The certificate provides students with entry- and intermediate-level skills in the development of motion graphics, 2-D and 3-D animations, 2-D and 3-D modeling and rendering, and digital video. Courses that complete the certificate and are noted below.
Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.,
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.
CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 30 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
ARTC 1302 – Digital Imaging I
ARTC 1305 – Basic Graphic Design
ARTV 1303 – Basic Animation
ARTS 1316 – Drawing I
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
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Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 2
ARTV 1345 – 3-D Modeling & Rendering I
ARTV 2301 – 2-D Animation I
ARTC 1341 – 3-D Animation I
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
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Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 9
SEMESTER 3
CHOOSE ONE:
- ARTV 2345 – 3-D Modeling and Rendering II OR
- ARTV 2351 – 3-D Animation II This is the capstone course for this award.
ARTV 2330 – 2-D Animation II
ARTV 1351 – Digital Video
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, apply for Graduation.
- Meet with your success coach to apply for the Animation Certificate.
Total Hours: 9
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 30 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS