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

Animation and Rich Media Certificate


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The Animation and Rich Media Certificate starts to prepare students for entry level positions in the Animation and Rich Media industry. Students learn 3D software skills, processesm and workflows used in the animation industry.

When students complete the Animationand Rich Media Certificate, they can choose to continue to an advanced certificate, Animation and Rich Media Advanced Certificate.

The skills learned and demonstrated in these advanced classes will enhance the student’s ability to create a personal demo reel and collaborate in a group project.

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

Semester 2


Semester 3


Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 9


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