Visual Communications
Program Number:
102061
Associate Degree in Applied Arts
Program Website:
Program Courses offered at the following Campuses:
About
The Visual Communications Program provides training in the areas of art and design for various types of presentation media. Multimedia design and production, webpage design and video production are the main areas of focus. The Visual Communications program brings together the design and production of a variety of media to meet today's communication needs.
Computer graphics, including photographic digital imaging, page layout, audio production techniques and computer animation techniques are an integral part of visual communications. Presentations are designed to run on the computer screen or be projected for audiences with large screen computer projection systems.
Students interested in the field should have a strong interest in art and computer presentations along with an aptitude for problem solving and excellent aesthetic judgment.
Graduates of the program are employed in a variety of production areas, including business, industry, government, schools, health care, TV stations and independent production companies.
Admissions
Requirements for Program Application
The following is required to process your application:
- High School transcript - or
- HSED/GED Test Scores - or
- College transcript showing an Associate's, Bachelor's or higher degree from an institution other than Madison College
Requirements for Program Eligibility for the Current Academic Year
The following are required to be eligible for the program:
- 2.0 GPA or above.
- Attendance at Summer Orientation session.
For program waitlist information, refer to the Admission Information and Next Steps below.
Admission Processing Deadlines:
Spring 2012
Madison College begins collecting applications for the following year's spring semester on January 16, 2011. For this program applications and credentials must be received by December 15, 2011, to be considered for the spring semester.
Fall 2012
Madison College begins collecting applications for the following year's fall semester on September 1, 2011. For this program applications and credentials must be received by July 1, 2012, to be considered for the fall semester.
Admission information and Next Steps:
Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes:
- Incorporate traditional/fundamental design skills and concepts including drawing, perspective, color and layout in the creation of visual media.
- Incorporate new media skills including digital design concepts, digital video, animation, web, and interactive in the creation of visual media.
- Apply basic operation skills for Computers.
- Choose appropriate media technologies to effectively plan, manage time and resources and produce digital media projects.
- Work effectively as a team member demonstrating dependability, flexibility, communication and management skills.
- Develop critical thinking and self-motivated learning abilities to expand professional growth skills.
- Prepare for working in a professional environment as an entry-level employee.
Employment
Graduation Requirements:
A grade of "C" or higher is required for all core (program specific) courses to graduate.
Career Potential:
- Multimedia Design
- Interactive Design
- Webpage Design
- Video Production
- Computer Animation
- Display Design
- Media Design/Production
- 3-D Design
Additional Info
Please see the following link(s) for certificates related to this program:
Last Modified: October 5, 2011