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42 Doña Ana Community CollegeRelated/Professional Requirements6 creditsSelect two of the following courses:6A ST 251G, ACCT 251, 252;BMGT 110, 140, 212, 240, 248, 286; BOT 120, 211, 215, 218;BUSA 111; C S 110; E T 120; ECON 201G, 251G, 252G;FIN 206; MGT 201; MKTG 203; OECS 215, 220Technical/Major Requirementsororororororoecsoecsoecsoecsoecse toecse te t1282072321852272832611531559–10 creditsOperating Systems—Linux/Unix3WindowsImplementing and Supporting Networks IPC Maintenance and Selection3Computer Applications for TechniciansHardware PC MaintenanceComputer Network Design (4)3–4Introduction to Computer Networks (3)Network Operating Systems ICreative Media TechnologyFOR FILM AND DIGITAL ARTSAssociate of Applied Science Degrees• Creative Media Technology• Digital Graphics TechnologyCertificates of Completion (COSTS LISTED ON PAGE 12):• Creative Media• Film Crew Training• Digital Audio• Game Design• Digital Graphics• Graphics and Animation• Digital Video• Web Design(575) 528-7310Because we live in the age of information, there is an ever-growing need fortrained specialists with a visual sophistication to design printed materials andweb sites, produce videos and films, create animated scenes and characters,and participate in game design. Effective visual communication and interactionis essential in today’s world.The program in Creative Media Technology for Film and Digital Arts hasbeen developed in response to all of these needs. It provides a strong butversatile foundation by merging design and digital media into an excitingcourse of study. The program brings together various dynamic technologies,including print media, web design, multimedia, digital photography, animation,and digital film. Because the field is extremely varied, the CMT programoffers a number of pathways:• The Creative Media degree provides a foundation for students whoare looking for professional opportunities in the areas of filmmaking,computer animation, digital video production, game design, and multimedia.• The Digital Graphics degree emphasizes graphic design, print media,and web design, but also includes fundamentals in animation, multimedia,and digital film.• The program also offers certificates in specialized areas such as creativemedia, digital audio, digital graphics, digital video, web design,graphics and animation, game design, and film-crew training andcertification.The future is bright for graduates of the CMT program, whether they chooseto enter the job market immediately or pursue a bachelor’s degree. Severaltransfer tracks open the way for graduates of the Creative Media and DigitalGraphics associate degree programs to continue their education at NewMexico State University or any institution of higher learning. There, they canpursue degrees in art, journalism, applied studies, individualized studies, orone of the offerings of the Creative Media Institute.Employment will continue to increase for digital media specialists in advertisingagencies, animation and film studios, web design companies, andother organizations throughout the business sector. Upon completion of oneof the associate degrees, students must have the career-readiness certificateand will have designed and created a self-promotional package and professional,electronic portfolio or demo reel.High school students who are interested in a career in creative media areencouraged to take courses in art, photography, English, and mathematics.Courses as well as careers in media will require a person to be able to workat computers, communicate verbally and in writing, and participate in anonline environment.NOTE: Courses with course prefixes appearing in italics are identical to those offeredat New Mexico State University Las Cruces (main) Campus. Required electives fortransferring to NMSU Creative Media Institute are marked with an asterisk (*). Theremaining courses may be applicable toward a bachelor’s degree in either Art orCreative Media at NMSU. Students are expected to have basic skills in computers,art, and photography.Associate Degree:Creative Media Technology (67–71 credits)Core Requirements23 creditsengl 111G Rhetoric and Composition 4engl 116G Perspectives on Film 3comm 265g Principles of Communication 3math 210g Math Appreciation 3phys 110G Great Ideas of Physics4or phys 120G Introduction to Acousticsart 110g Visual Concepts3or art 150 Drawing I*HIST or PHIL general education course 3Technical/Related Requirements44–48 creditscmt 130 Web Design I 3cmt 146 Digital Foundations (4)4–6or cmt 142 Computer Illustration (3)+ cmt 145 Image Processing I (3)cmt 150 2D Animation 3cmt 160 Modeling and Animation 3cmt 180 Principles of Media Design 3cmt 190 Digital Video Production I 3cmt 195 Digital Video Editing I 3cmt 206 Principles of Sound 3cmt 221 Cooperative Experience I3or cmt 223 Media Production Servicescmt 292 Creative Media Studio 3cmt 295 Portfolio Development and Design 3engl 232 Script Development and Storyboarding3or engl 235 Narrative: Principles of Story Across the Mediaoets 102 Career Readiness Certification Preparation 1Electives chosen from the following list: ART 150;6–8CMT 140, 151, 175, 185, 192, 200, 205, 210, 215, 221, 222,CMT 223, 227, 228, 230, 242, 250, 251, 252, 256, 258, 260;ENGL 232; THTR 110; Other approved graphics elective