My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Description
This degree prepares students for entry-level positions as videographer, video editor, web designers, and motion graphic artists. In addition to developing a high level of technical proficiency through the use of multiple software programs, students also develop traditional video and animation concepts and skills within the curriculum.
Core courses focus on assisting students in learning industry standard software in illustration, photo manipulation, web graphics, animation, sound, special effects, and digital video production. Electives allow students to focus on more specific design and software skills.
Students work independently as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.
Career Opportunities
This degree program prepares you for entry-level positions in companies involved in video production, editing, and designing.
AAS in Video Production
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| MGD104 | Videography | 3 |
| MGD117 | Introduction to Visual Communications | 3 |
| MGD164 | Digital Video Editing I | 3 |
| ART121 | Drawing I | 3 |
| MAT-GEN | Mathematics:___________ | 3-5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-17 |
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| MGD111 | Adobe Photoshop I | 3 |
| MGD204 | Videography II | 3 |
| MGD264 | Digital Video Editing II | 3 |
| ART131 | Visual Concepts 2-D Design | 3 |
| ENG-GEN | English: ___________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Third Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| MGD116 | Typography I | 3 |
| MGD143 | Motion Graphic Design I (Software) | 3 |
| MGD163 | Sound Design I | 3 |
| MGD165 | After Effects I | 3 |
| MGD244 | Integrated Multimedia Development 1 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Fourth Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| MGD245 | Integrated Multimedia Development 2 | 3 |
| MGD268 | Business for Creatives | 3 |
| MGD-REQ | Multimedia Technology Requirement:__________ | 3 |
| ART111 | Art History Ancient to Medieval | 3 |
| MAR-REQ | Marketing Requirement:__________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |