Computer Information Systems (AAS), Digital Media Concentration

School of Applied Technologies (AT)

Digital Media is an Associates of Applied Science degree program combining technology and design. The program offers training in areas such as graphic design/2D modeling, desktop/electronic publishing, web design, and audio and video editing. Digital Media offers individuals the education and tools necessary to bring classic media like text, graphics, photos and research into the digital arena.

The Digital Media program is designed for students who want to learn about graphic design for web and print output. Students learn through hands-on experience the current software used in the graphics industry today. Students also learn how to communicate visually and apply that to various hands-on projects.

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Educational Option Information

• This program can be completed: Part-time or full-time. Full-time students can complete the program in four terms.
• This program can be started: Any term.
• Primary course location: Main campus.

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

• Cost of Attendance
• Tuition
• Books
• Program and Course Fees

Financial Aid Considerations

• This is a financial aid eligible program.
  • Direct Subsidized Loans: 150 percent rule
  • Some courses are not eligible for Financial Aid. Please check the list here when considering a course.

Other costs:

• Students will want to subscribe to Adobe Creative Cloud at a cost of about $30 a month.

Educational Opportunities

• Students can take the Adobe certification exams after completion of coursework.

Career Opportunities

The Digital Media AAS Degree program is current and relevant to today’s technology needs.

Potential job duties include: Design graphics, give presentations, manipulate photographs, research, organization skills, communication, team project management, content provider, time management. Job titles common in the field include: Graphic Designer, Graphic Artist, Photo Manipulator, Researcher, Technical Writer, Project Manager, Media Sales, Content Designer, Web Designer, Social Media Coordinator, Digital Marketing Specialist, Educator/Technical Trainer, Digital Media Consultant.

Ten Year Rule for CTE Courses

Career and technical education courses in this program will qualify for credit for a period of ten academic years. Due to changing technologies, trends, and professional demands, courses completed ten or more years in the past will satisfy program requirements only if they are approved by the instructional school in which they were offered. Cohorted programs may have additional restrictions.