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    May 28, 2023  
Five Towns College 2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Interactive Computer Graphics, A.A.S.


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Interactive Computer Graphics Program
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree
HEGIS Code 5012.00     
Inventory of Registered Program Code: 39168

Overview

The Interactive Computer Graphics Program prepares students for entry into sustainable, high valued careers in 3D animation, Motion Graphics, Digital Fabrication and the emerging fields of Mixed Reality (Virtual and Augmented). Curriculum rooted in digital design foundations and best practices includes advanced software applications, Creative Coding, both 2D and 3D Graphics, User Interface and User Experience design. By immersing students into the concept of ideation and development using both traditional and digital tools and by fostering critical thinking and real world problem-solving skills, the ICG graduate will be well equipped as competitive industry professionals.

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree

The Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed for students preparing for entry into the business or professional world directly after completion of their course of study. These programs include both professional skills and liberal arts/general education courses.

Program Course Requirements

The courses below are required of all students in the Interactive Computer Graphics Program.

Common Core
ENG 101 - English Composition 1; Credits: 3  
ENG 102 - English Composition 2; Credits: 3  
MAT ___ - Quantitative Competency Elective; Credits: 3  
PSY 101 - General Psychology; Credits: 3  
SCI ___ - Scientific Competency Elective; Credits: 3  
SOC ___ - Diversity Competency Elective; Credits: 3  
SPE ___ - Oral Communication Competency Elective; Credits: 3  
Total Common Core Credits: 21
ICG Specialty Content Courses
ICG 110 - 3D Animation 1; Credits: 3  
ICG 115 - Drawing and Imaging 1; Credits: 3  
ICG 120 - Motion Design 1; Credits: 3  
ICG 125 - Design Principles; Credits: 3  
ICG 150 - Interactive Computer Graphics 1; Credits: 3  
ICG 180 - Screen Design; Credits: 3  
ICG 210 - 3D Animation 2; Credits: 3  
ICG 215 - Drawing and Imaging 2; Credits: 3  
ICG 220 - Motion Design 2; Credits: 3  
ICG 240 - Design Thinking 1; Credits: 3  
ICG 250 - Interactive Computer Graphics 2; Credits: 3  
Total ICG Specialty Content Course Credits: 33
Additional Liberal Arts and Sciences
ART ___ - Art History Elective; Credits: 3  
ART 110 - Art/Design Theory and Criticism; Credits: 3   
Total Additional Liberal Arts and Sciences Credits: 6
Total Program Credits: 60

Recommended Sequence of Courses

Course Code
Course Name
Credits
 
Semester 1
 
ART ___   Art History Elective   3  
ENG 101    English Composition 1   3   
ICG 110    3D Animation 1   3  
ICG 115   Drawing and Imaging 1   3  
SPE ___   Oral Communication Competency Elective   3  
  Total 15
 
Semester 2
 
ART 110   Art/Design Theory and Criticism   3  
ENG 102   English Composition 2   3  
ICG 120   Motion Design 1   3  
ICG 125   Design Principles   3  
ICG 180   Screen Design   3  
  Total 15
 
Semester 3
 
ICG 150   Interactive Computer Graphics 1   3  
ICG 215   Drawing and Imaging 2   3  
ICG 240   Design Thinking 1   3  
MAT ___   Quantitative Competency Elective   3  
PSY 101   General Psychology   3   
  Total 15
 
Semester 4
 
ICG 210   3D Animation 2   3  
ICG 220   Motion Design 2   3  
ICG 250   Interactive Computer Graphics 2   3  
SCI ___   Scientific Competency Elective   3  
SOC ___   Diversity Competency Elective   3  
  Total 15
 
Total Program:
60

 

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