IT-Digital Media Specialist (CRT.ITDMS)

The certificate in Digital Media trains a student to work at the nexus of web development, movie production and broadcast TV production. The skills required for complete development of a video production from concept to completed broadcast over the air or on the web will be covered.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
COM-180
Basic TV Production

COM-180
Basic TV Production

The course is designed to acquaint students with various aspects of professional TV studio and field production. Technical proficiency in basic camera operation direction and non-linear editing are stressed. Actual production of interviews, commercials, and news are included.

Course Outline
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3.0
CIS-099
Introduction to Web Technology

CIS-099
Introduction to Web Technology

This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript.

Course Outline
3.0
CIS-066
Digital Video Production

CIS-066
Digital Video Production

An overview course discussing the development of digital video including planning and shooting, editing, titling, effects and animation, soundtrack creation and audio editing and output in DVD, video and the Web. Streaming output will also be discussed. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
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3.0
ITT-053
Digital Media Arts

ITT-053
Digital Media Arts

An introduction to using digital technology to produce artistic creations on the computer. Students will learn basic art theories of design, color, typography, and visual elements and how to apply them in a digital environment.

Course Outline
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3.0
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CIS or ITT Elective

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CIS or ITT Elective



3.0

Semester Totals

15.0
Second Semester
CIS-067
Advanced Digital Video Production

CIS-067
Advanced Digital Video Production

Advanced training in the many aspects of video production will be covered from concept development through final editing and delivery. Emphasis is placed on preproduction skills and techniques and live action direction of talent and crew. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
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3.0
CIS-063
3-D Computer Animation

CIS-063
3-D Computer Animation

An overview and exploration of the different applications and techniques used in the development of 3D models for game, video and web animation. The course will explore a variety of commonly used tools and will identify their strengths and capacities. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
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3.0
ITT-048
IT Digital Media Certificate Internship

ITT-048
IT Digital Media Certificate Internship

Designed to give Digital Media Specialist students on-the-job experience. The students must work in the community doing video, web, or animation production. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
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1.0
ITT-068
Digital Video Effects

ITT-068
Digital Video Effects

This course is a continuation of post-production techniques that includes but is not limited to compositing, chromakeying, rotoscoping, motion tracking, matte effects, 3D production techniques and motion graphics. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
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3.0
CIS-049
Content Management Systems

CIS-049
Content Management Systems

This course covers the creation and maintenance of a website using a content management system. Hands-on coursework includes applying plugins, building blogs, theme development, user account setup, and management. (Repeatable 3 times)

Course Outline
2.0
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CIS or ITT Elective

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CIS or ITT Elective



4.0

Semester Totals

16.0

Total Program Hours

31.0
Suggested Electives
ITT-063
Innovation I

ITT-063
Innovation I

This course examines the history, technology, and progression of innovation and innovative ideas in IT, robotics, electronics, and DIY makerspace environments. The tools and techniques used in the innovation lab will be explored. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
3.0
ITT-064
Innovation II

ITT-064
Innovation II

A practical, lab-based class that concentrates on the design, development, and implementation of physical and electronic computer interfaces. The goal is to extend the reality of computer use and/or game play using both currently available and custom hardware and software. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
3.0
CIS-066
Digital Video Production

CIS-066
Digital Video Production

An overview course discussing the development of digital video including planning and shooting, editing, titling, effects and animation, soundtrack creation and audio editing and output in DVD, video and the Web. Streaming output will also be discussed. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
3.0
ITT-068
Digital Video Effects

ITT-068
Digital Video Effects

This course is a continuation of post-production techniques that includes but is not limited to compositing, chromakeying, rotoscoping, motion tracking, matte effects, 3D production techniques and motion graphics. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
3.0