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Degree Plans - Computer Graphics - Computer Graphics Certificate

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COMPUTER GRAPHICS -- COMPUTER GRAPHICS

Cedar Valley and North Lake only

(Certificate)

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: C1.COMP.GRAPH.08

This program provides students the basic knowledge and skills to work effectively in entry-level positions such as a Computer Graphics Specialist. All courses taken in the certificate will apply to the AAS degree in Computer Graphics.

CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER I

ARTS 1311 2-D Design 3
ARTC 1353 Computer Illustration 3
ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I 3
ARTV 2301 2-D Animation I 3
12

SEMESTER II

ARTS 1316 Drawing I 3
ARTC 1313 Digital Publishing I 3
ARTV 1345 3-D Modeling and Rendering I 3
ARTV 1303 Basic Animation 3
12

SEMESTER III

+Elective Computer Graphics 3
+Elective Computer Graphics 3-4
ARTC 2335 Portfolio Development for Graphic Design 3
9-10
Minimum Hours Required 33-34

+Elective - Computer Graphics electives must be selected from the following:

ARTV 1341 3-D Animation I AND 3
ARTV 2351 3-D Animation II 3
OR
ARTC 1359 Visual Design for New Media AND 3
IMED 1316 Web Design I OR 3
IMED 1416 Web Design I 4

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