Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design Certificate of Specialization

Program Overview

Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design Certificate of Specialization

Related Degrees & Certificates

• AA Associate in Arts Degree Program
  • Digital Media: Broadcast and Electronic Media | 60 units
  • Digital Media: Graphic Design | 60 units
  • Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design | 60 units
• 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
  • Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design | 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

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities exist in numerous businesses and industries. Typical entry-level positions include web design associate, UI/UX design associate, graphic design assistant, digital design associate, and digital media production assistant.

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 Specialization provides students of mobile app and web design the opportunity 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: 12 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

Total Required Units: 12

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

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design Certificate of Specialization equips students with the foundational skills and industry-standard production experience necessary to enter the digital media industry. The program emphasizes both aesthetic and practical design application alongside technical competency, including responsive and mobile-first design principles.

Objectives:

• Develop foundational skills in mobile app and web design.
• Master the tools and processes used in the industry.
• Gain hands-on experience through industry-standard production projects.
• Enhance communication, management, and analytical skills for effective teamwork.
• Apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills to diverse design and production challenges.

Program Description:

This program offers a comprehensive approach to mobile app and web design, balancing aesthetic principles with practical application and technical expertise. Students gain proficiency in industry-standard design tools and software, learn responsive and mobile-first design, and undertake real-world production projects. The curriculum includes:

• User Interface/User Experience Design (DGME 164)
• Web and Mobile Design I (DGME 167)
• Web and Mobile Design II (DGME 168)
• Web and Mobile Design III: Mobile First Design (DGME 169)

Careers:

• Career Opportunities: Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the digital media industry, including web design associate, UI/UX design associate, graphic design assistant, digital design associate, and digital media production assistant.
• Typical Entry-Level Positions: Web design associate, UI/UX design associate, graphic design assistant, digital design associate, digital media production assistant.

Other:

• Transfer Opportunities: Students can transfer earned units to pursue an Associate in Arts degree in Digital Media: Mobile App and Web Design.
• Additional Resources: For more information about the program, refer to the CSM Catalog 2023-2024 and contact a CSM counselor for personalized guidance.
• Film Program: For information on CSM's Film program, see the AA degree for Film.
• University Transfer: 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 in gathering this information.