Digital Media

Certificate of Proficiency in Film and Video Production
12 Credit Hours
The Certificate of Proficiency in Film and Video Production provides students with the opportunity to study the craft of film and video production and prepare for entry-level positions in the industry.

Program Goals
Program graduates will be able to:

• operate professional, high-definition video equipment and compulsory accessories.
• compose cinematic shots that demonstrate adequate knowledge of camera angles, focal length, and the various types of shots.
• utilize nonlinear editing software to edit videos that evidence familiarity with the concepts of importing, exporting, cutting, transitioning, matching action, and creating text.
• identify basic cinematic terminology and explain the requirements and duties of various roles on a film set such as director, editor, and cinematographer.
• demonstrate basic proficiency in screenwriting techniques, audio production and with editing equipment.
• use screenwriting software to compose story ideas.
• produce recorded content in a studio and field environment.

Associate of Applied Science in Digital Media
60 Credit Hours
The Digital Media program provides a comprehensive curriculum of study in the fields of film and video production, audio production, digital radio, web design and graphic design. Both basic fundamentals and advanced concepts are emphasized to prepare students for employment in an increasingly online-dependent workforce.

Program Goals
Graduates are expected to satisfy General Education Outcomes (GEO) and Business Technology Program Outcomes. GEO’s include:
GEO 1: Communicate effectively in standard, edited American English.

• Provide content that is clearly focused and supported by the writer’s understanding of the topic.
• Use appropriate grammar, punctuation, spelling, and syntax.
• Logically organize and develop ideas in writing.
• Provide an appropriate introduction and conclusion to verbal or written presentation.
• Provide main points that are well developed and clear.
• Use appropriate gestures, movement, and eye contact to give a poised and professional presentation.
• Speak clearly and understandably using standard, edited English.

GEO 2: Solve problems using mathematical skills appropriate to the task.

• Demonstrate ability to complete different mathematical tasks by using fundamental mathematical operations and principles.
• Perform and apply mathematical operations efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrate understanding of mathematical tasks by communicating results in written form.
• Effectively use technology to help solve mathematical problems.

GEO 3: Develop work ethic skills relevant to the students’ future academic or professional careers.

• Demonstrate the ability to effectively work in a team.
• Demonstrate effective communication, cooperation, and organizational skills to complete all assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate dependable character and the ability to respect others regardless of personal or cultural differences.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and the ability to appropriately handle criticism.
• Demonstrate that consistent attendance and productivity are a priority.
• Maintain an appropriate appearance for academic and professional settings.

GEO 4: Use common computer applications to locate, communicate, process, and store information.

• Demonstrate basic computer and operating system skills.
• Perform core application tasks within computer software packages, such as Word, Power Point, and Excel.
• Use a search engine and/or electronic databases to access, navigate, and evaluate information on the Internet.
• Communicate effectively using email and/or online discussion forums

GEO 5:  Employ critical thinking skills to identify and solve problems in preparation for future academic and professional success.

• Apply knowledge from course work to create solutions for detailed and complex challenges.
• Demonstrate the ability to acquire, evaluate, and apply knowledge to a specific task or project.
• Show good judgement of physical, written, or digital material in order to determine their relevance or effectiveness in a given setting.

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