Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design Certificate of Achievement

Program Overview

Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design Certificate of Achievement

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• AA Associate in Arts Degree Program
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• AS-T Associate in Science Degree for Transfer
  • Film, Television, and Electronic Media | 60 units
• CA Certificate of Achievement
  • Digital Media: Graphic Production | 21 units
• CS Certificate of Specialization
  • Digital Media | 12 units
  • Digital Media: Applied Audio and Video Production | 12 units
  • Digital Media: Broadcast and Electronic Media | 12 units
  • Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design | 12 units

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities exist in numerous businesses and industries. Typical entry-level positions include web designer, UI/UX designer, graphic designer, digital designer, mobile app user experience, visual designer, and web content coordinator.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

• Demonstrate communication, management, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with design concepts, theory, and principles relating to the design process and software tools.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in teams effectively.
• Employ theoretical knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real-world issues.
• Apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills to a variety of design and production cases.

Program Overview

This Certificate of Achievement provides students of mobile app and web design the opportunity to develop specialized knowledge that is essential to develop necessary foundation skills, master the tools and processes, and undergo industry standards production experiences. The program will provide students with a balance between aesthetic, practical design application, and technical competency, including responsive and Mobile-first design. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared for entry-level employment in the digital media industry.

Program Requirements

Requirements

• Required Core Courses: 21 units
  • DGME 102 | Media Law and Ethics | 3 units
  • DGME 164 | User Interface/User Experience Design | 3 units
  • DGME 167 | Web and Mobile Design I | 3 units
  • DGME 168 | Web and Mobile Design II | 3 units
  • DGME 169 | Web and Mobile Design III: Mobile First Design | 3 units
  • DGME 250 | Internship | 3 units
  • DGME 170 | Introduction to Online Advertising | 3 units
  • OR
  • DGME 220 | Typography | 3 units

Total Required Units: 21

University Transfer Program

Use Assist to identify lower division major preparation for Digital Media for the California State University and the University of California systems. For independent or out-of-state colleges and universities, use their catalogs to locate this information. Transfer Services can assist you to gather this information.

Meet with a CSM counselor to discuss how to achieve academic goals and to develop a comprehensive student educational plan (SEP).

University Transfer Program 60-70 transferable units

• California State University
• University of California
• Independent Colleges and Universities

Program Outline

Extracted Information from "Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design Certificate of Achievement":

Degree Overview:

• Provides students with specialized knowledge in mobile app and web design.
• Covers foundational skills, industry tools and processes, and production experiences.
• Balances aesthetic design with technical competency, including responsive and mobile-first design.
• Prepares students for entry-level employment in the digital media industry.

Objectives:

• Develop necessary foundation skills in mobile app and web design.
• Master industry tools and processes.
• Gain experience in industry standards production.
• Achieve a balance between aesthetics and technical competency.
• Prepare students for entry-level jobs in the digital media industry.

Program Description:

This program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of mobile app and web design, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the digital media industry. It covers a range of topics, including user interface/user experience design, web and mobile design principles, responsive design, and mobile-first design. Students will gain hands-on experience through projects and an internship, preparing them for real-world challenges.

Outline:

Required Core Courses (21 units):

• DGME 102: Media Law and Ethics (3 units)
• DGME 164: User Interface/User Experience Design (3 units)
• DGME 167: Web and Mobile Design I (3 units)
• DGME 168: Web and Mobile Design II (3 units)
• DGME 169: Web and Mobile Design III: Mobile First Design (3 units)
• DGME 250: Internship (3 units)
• DGME 170: Introduction to Online Advertising (3 units)
• OR
• DGME 220: Typography (3 units)

Careers:

• Typical entry-level positions include web designer, UI/UX designer, graphic designer, digital designer, mobile app user experience, visual designer, and web content coordinator.

Other:

• Students completing the program will be able to:
• Demonstrate communication, management, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with design concepts, theory, and principles.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in teams.
• Employ theoretical knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real-world issues.
• Apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills to various design and production cases.
• The program provides students with a foundation in mobile app and web design, preparing them for further studies or entry-level positions in the digital media industry.
• Students can use Assist to identify lower division major preparation for Digital Media for the California State University and the University of California systems.
• Students can meet with a CSM counselor to discuss their academic goals and develop a comprehensive student educational plan (SEP).