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Digital Communication Technology, A.A.S.

Requirements

Digital Media (DGM) fuses both fundamental theory and practical application in the production of electronically-generated content to be delivered via internet, radio and television, digital cinema, computer games, animation and cinematic visual effects, as well as for emerging technologies such as mobile computing (hand-held computing devices). The curriculum integrates these digital mediums to entertain, educate, and communicate ideas through meaningful human interaction. DGM provides motivated and dedicated students the opportunity to work closely with professionally active faculty members committed to the future of the digital disciplines. Students in Digital Media may earn either a Certificate of Proficiency in Digital Cinema, Associate in Applied Science Degree, or a Bachelor of Science Degree. Areas of emphasis include: Digital Communication Technology, Audio Production, Digital Motion Picture Production, Gaming and Animation, Internet Technologies.

Total Program Credits: 63

General Education Requirements:   17 Credits
English  
  ENGL 1010 Introduction to Academic Writing CC 3
or ENGH 1005 Literacies and Composition Across Contexts CC (5)  
Mathematics:  
  MAT 1010 Intermediate Algebra 4
Humanities/Fine Arts/Foreign Language:  
Choose one of the following: 3
  PHIL 2050 Ethics and Values IH (3)  
  Any approved Humanities, Fine Arts, or Foreign Language Distribution Course   
Social and Behavioral Science:  
  Any approved Behavioral Science, Social or Political Science Distribution Course  3
Biology or Physical Science:  
  Any approved Biology or Physical Science Distribution Course  3
Physical Education/Health/Safety or Environment:  
Choose one of the following: 1
  HLTH 1100 Personal Health and Wellness TE (2)  
  Any approved PE, Safety or Health Distribution Course   
Discipline Core Requirements:   16 Credits
Complete the following:   
  DGM 1110 Digital Media Essentials I 4
  DGM 1520 Digital Cinema Production I 3
  DAGV 1200 3D Modeling Essentials 3
  DWDD 1600 Web Essentials 3
  DGM 2130 Digital Audio Essentials 3
Elective Requirements:    30 Credits
  Complete 30 credits from approved DGM electives (see advisor) 30

Graduation Requirements:

  1. Completion of a minimum of 63 semester credits.
  2. Overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) or above. (Departments may require a higher GPA.)
  3. Residency hours -- minimum of 20 credit hours through course attendance at UVU.
  4. Completion of GE and specified departmental requirements.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track

Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours
ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005 Introduction to Academic Writing CC or  Literacies and Composition Across Context CC 3
MAT 1010 Intermediate Algebra 4
Social or Behavioral Science Distribution 3
Choose one of the following:   1
HLTH 1100 Personal Health and Wellness TE  
or Any approved PE, Safety or Health Distribution Course   
DGM 1110 Digital Media Essentials I 4
  Semester total: 15
Semester 2 Course Title Credit Hours
Biology or Physical Science Distribution 3
DGM 1520 Digital Cinema Production I 3
DAGV 1200 3D Modeling Essentials 3
DWDD 1600 Web Essentials 3
DGM 2130 Digital Audio Essentials 3
  Semester total: 15
Semester 3 Course Title Credit Hours
DGM Elective 3
DGM Elective 3
DGM Elective 3
DGM Elective 3
DGM Elective 3
DGM Elective 3
  Semester total: 18
Semester 4 Course Title Credit Hours
Choose one of the following: 3
PHIL 2050 Ethics and Values IH  
or Any approved Humanities, Fine Arts or Foreign Language Distribution Course  
DGM Elective 3
DGM Elective 3
DGM Elective 3
DGM Elective 3
  Semester total: 15
  Degree total: 63

Department

Digital Media

The Digital Media department is in the  Scott M. Smith College of Engineering. To find the most up-to-date information, including Program Learning Outcomes for degree programs offered by the Digital Media department, visit their website.

Digital Media department

Program Details

Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate a strong familiarity and proficiency with professional software for video editing, audio production and editing, basic animation, and web development.
  2. Demonstrate understanding and competency with the production pipeline of at least two of the following: Digital Cinema Production, Digital Audio Production, Web & App Development, and Animation.
  3. Demonstrate mastery over media file formats, conversion protocols, and storage frameworks.
  4. Use critical thinking skills to solve industry-related problems on real world projects and in collaboration with other students.
  5. Carry out applied learning activities focused on the production and post production process for digital media productions.
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