Academic Catalog 2026-2027

Academic Catalog 2026 - 2027

DIG 2268 Digital Video I 3 credits Digital Video I is an introduction to the phases and tools of video production. Students combine audio, video, and graphics to develop digital video projects. They become proficient in a variety of editing techniques on a timeline. Emphasis is placed on developing quality video for the Web. (Prerequisite: DIG 2264) Course Fee DIG 2270 Social Media Marketing 3 credits This course will provide students with a framework for planning, creating, implementing, and gauging the impact of digital campaigns and how to build strong interactive communities that will foster relationships with potential customers by maintaining an impactful, honest, and authentic presence online. (Prerequisite: CIS 1255 Course Fee DIG 2280 Animation Techniques 3 credits Animation Techniques is an introduction to 2D animation for video production, motion graphics, and game design. Students experiment with frame-by-frame animation, tweening,& simulated 3D space. Industry trends in animation will also be presented. Drawing skills are not a requirement for this course. (Prerequisite: DIG 2264). Course Fee DIG 3200 Motion Graphics 3 credits Students will be introduced to using Adobe After Effects which is a prominent software in the design industry used to develop motion graphics and visual effects that are applied to TV, video, film post-production work, animations, and web content. Students will learn the foundations of the After Effects interface to develop basic animation techniques that can engage visually across various media platforms. Through lectures with hands-on demonstrations and projects, students will develop industry-level skills in compositing, keying, tracking, and basic 3D design. The course will emphasize skills in technical proficiency, critical thinking, and creative expression, to prepare students for further studies in motion graphics and video editing. The content learned from this course provides an understanding of After Effects as a program that seamlessly integrates with Adobe Premiere Pro. (Prerequisite: DIG 2268 & DIG 2280) Course Fee DIG 3210 UX/UI Design 3 credits This course introduces students to the fundamentals of User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) Design, focusing on creating intuitive, user-centered digital products. Using different industry-leading prototyping software for mobile applications and websites, students will learn wireframing, prototyping, and interface design techniques. The course covers key principles of usability, accessibility, and responsive design, preparing students to craft engaging user experiences for web and mobile platforms. Through hands-on projects and collaboration, students will build a professional UX/UI that showcases their design skills for the industry. Perfect for aspiring designers, this course enables a path toward opportunities in the design and digital media industries. (Prerequisite: DIG 1900). Course Fee DIG 3230 Typography 3 credits Typography is the technique and art form of arranging type in such a way that it represents the written language in legible, readable, and various format arrangements for display methods. This introductory course introduces students to the use of typography in graphic design relationships. Typography is taught through the lens of history and is broken down into its anatomical structure. Students will learn to use typography effectively and intentionally through layout and hierarchal arrangement. (Prerequisite: DIG 2264) Course Fee DIG 3240 Publication Design 3 credits Using Adobe InDesign, this course introduces page layout and design for both print and screen. Instruction focuses on the use of type and layout as key elements in graphic communication. Students learn how to import text and imagery, arrange multi-page publications, and prepare digital files for commercial reproduction and distribution. (Prerequisite: DIG 2216, DIG 2264. Co-requisite: DIG 3250) Course Fee DIG 3250 Vector Illustration and Layout 3 credits Using Adobe Illustrator for vector drawing, students learn how to produce original graphics, digital illustrations, and production layouts. The course focuses on aesthetics, visual communication, principles of design, and typography. Projects include vector art, logos, ads, posters, and publications. (Prerequisite: DIG 2264) Course Fee DIG 3262 Digital 3-D 3 credits This course provides a foundation in 3-D computer graphics, objects, and virtual space. Through analysis and practice, students develop an understanding of the principles of 3-D modeling, lighting, texturing, and rendering. The class also includes an introduction to animation controls, key-framing, and exporting images and movies for digital media projects. (Prerequisite: DIG 2268) Course Fee

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