Computer Animation, CTS

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The Computer Animation Certificate of Technical Studies program prepares graduates to work in computer animation environments. It prepares students to be creative professionals utilizing industry standard technology and techniques to generate 2D and 3D moving images.

Learning Outcomes

Recipients of the Certificate of Technical Studies in Computer Animation will have demonstrated:

skills required for entry-level employment in computer animation related fields; and
skills to comprehend and evaluate information related to the area of computer animation.

Required Courses for the Certificate of Technical Studies in Computer Animation:

First Semester: 12 Credit Hours

COMM 170:Introduction to Mass Media Credit Hours: 3
ART 103:Drawing I Credit Hours: 3
COMM 216:Adobe Photoshop Credit Hours: 3
COMM 218:Adobe Illustrator Credit Hours: 3

Second Semester: 12 Credit Hours

COMM 236:3D Modeling Credit Hours: 3
COMM 239:Motion Graphics Credit Hours: 3
COMM 246:Introduction to 2D Animation Credit Hours: 3
COMM 251:3D Animation Credit Hours: 3

Computer Animation, CTS

First Semester: 12 Credit Hours

Second Semester: 12 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours required for the Certificate of Technical Studies in Computer Animation: 24