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2014-2015 Course Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Animation and Rich Media Advanced


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The Animation and Rich Media Advanced Certificate could prepare students for entry level positions in the Animation and Rich Media industry. Students learn 3D software skills that make up the process used in completing a final production project. The Animation and Rich Media Certificate is a pre-requisite to this advanced training certificate.

The skills learned and demonstrated in these classes will enhance the student’s skill set. Students will complete a group capstone project and produce a personal demo reel. These final projects will be like a portfolio and could be used for job interview and/or placement in another college.

A student can add to this certificate by taking additional classes from the Animation and Rich Media Diploma.

This advanced certificate is for individuals who want to develop a base skill set in Animation and Rich Media software. This skill set can be added to the Visual Communications Diploma or the Graphic Design Degree to give graduates more options in the job market. Others may want this certificate to use as a base when transferring to another college that specializes in animation. Professionals may desire these classes to build skills needed for current or new job opportunities.

For more information about the Animation and Rich Media Advanced Certificate, please visit our website at
https://www.dmacc.edu/programs/commercialart

Location: Ankeny

Program Entry Requirements

1. Complete an application for admission.
2. Satisfy the assessment requirement by taking all three sections of the COMPASS test and:
3. Obtain a minimum COMPASS Reading score of 61 or a minimum ACT Reading score of 14.
4. Obtain a minimum COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 25 or a minimum ACT Math score of 14.
5. Obtain a minimum COMPASS English score of 42 or a minimum ACT Writing score of 14.
6. Attend a required Graphic Design program information session.


Graduation Requirements

To earn a Animation & Rich Media Advanced Certificate, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 9


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