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Bachelor's Degree
3D Digital Visualization
Berkeley College-Woodland Park
Certification
3DEXCITE Product Communicator Associate
SOLIDWORKS
Knowledge Of 3DEXPERIENCE Platform InterfaceKnowledge Of Product Communicator Role OverviewKnowledge Of XStudio App for Photorealistic RenderingKnowledge Of XHighlight App for Interactive Product IllustrationsKnowledge Of Material and Texture AssignmentKnowledge Of Lighting and Environment Setup
Associate's Degree
A.S. in Creative Digital Media
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global
Micro-Credential
Adobe Illustrator for Graphic Design and Digital Illustration
Athens State University
AL
Micro-Credential
Adobe Indesign for Print and Digital Media Production
Athens State University
AL
Micro-Credential
Adobe Photoshop for Visual Design and Photography
Athens State University
AL
Bachelor's Degree
Advertising and Digital Media Design
Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs
Course
Advertising and Graphic Design I
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizingDemonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversityExplore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirementsAdvocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of informationParticipate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leaderExplain the rules, laws, regulations, and ethical issues related to advertising and graphic design
Course
Advertising and Graphic Design II
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain the impact of copyright and trademark laws related to advertising and graphic designImplement the sequence of steps in workflow from idea to finished product. and DesignDesign advertisements in print and digital formats for a variety of products and servicesImplement color theory and basic methods of digital color management in original graphic design worksImplement the psychology and theory of typography in the selectionProduce photographs with digital equipment for use in original works in advertising and graphic design
Course
Advertising and Graphic Design III
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Implement and explain copyright and trademark laws, rulesCreate and present comprehensive advertising campaigns created through graphic designJustify decisions regarding applications of color theory in original graphic design and advertising projectsDefend the selection and use of various fonts for original works in advertising and graphic designDesign corporate logos and supporting graphic assetsCreate and organize a comprehensive portfolio of original, professional-quality graphic designs
Course
Advertising and Sales
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Analyze the impact of the advertising and promotion industryInvestigate and describe the role of the promotional mix in a competitive economic environmentPlan and evaluate an advertising campaignCalculate media costs that affect the elements of the promotional mixDemonstrate advertising techniquesDescribe the impact of the sales profession on the economy
Course
Animation I
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain the historical development of animation, including key milestones, influential animatorsInvestigate and report on the ethical and legal issues related to digital animation mediaOutline the operations involved in pre-production of the animation processResearch and share information about the development and uses of the 12 principles of animationAnalyze a story or story idea for clarity and entertainment valueDevelop animated human characters, basing their characteristics upon research on personality types
Course
Animation II
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Utilize visual storytelling techniques, including storyboarding, animatics, shot composition, and visual pacingConceptualize and create original characters, considering shape, proportion, anatomy, and expressive featuresUse advanced animation techniques, including lip-syncing, facial expressions, secondary motion, and character actingProduce a scratch track utilizing sample sound effects, dialogue, Foley sounds, and/or musical scoresOutline the steps of the production phase, including character and background layout, lighting, sound, color gradingJustify the choice between 2D and 3D animation based on target audience, artistic and technical skills, and production t
Course
Animation III
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Research and report on the cultural and historical influences affecting the gaming industrySummarize the ethical and legal aspects of operations in gaming productionGenerate a game concept which establishes the parameters for genre (action-adventure, role-playing, multi-player, side-sIdentify and describe art styles and game mechanics typically used in gamesExplain the software and hardware needed for performance and visualization in various types of electronic gamesCreate a game design document that outlines the core gameplay mechanics, art style, and overall vision for the game
Bachelor's Degree
Art - Graphic Design
Anderson University (SC)
Bachelor's Degree
Art, Graphic Design
Emory & Henry University
Bachelor's Degree
B.A. in Graphic Design
Bethel University (IN)
Bachelor's Degree
B.A. in Graphic Design
Marian University (IN)
Bachelor's Degree
B.A. in Visual Communication Design
Anderson University (IN)
Bachelor's Degree
B.S in Multimedia Design and Development
DeVry University-Illinois
Bachelor's Degree
B.S. in Multimedia Design and Development
DeVry University-Illinois
Bachelor's Degree
BFA in Graphic Design
University of West Florida
Short-Term Certificate
Business Web Applications
Pikes Peak State College
Associate's Degree
CIS---Web Site Designer and Developer
Southwestern College (CA)
Certificate
CMS (Content Management Systems)
San Diego College of Continuing Education
Certificate
COMMERCIAL ART
Lawson State Community College
AL
Course
CTE Lab in Arts, A-V Technology, and Communications
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Demonstrate expertise in a specific occupation within the Arts, A-V Technology, and Communications clusterConduct investigative research on a selected topic related to arts, A-V technology, and communications using approved reDemonstrate higher order critical thinking and reasoning skills appropriate for a career in the arts, A-V technologyApply a. b. c. d. leadership and professional career skills needed in arts, A-V technology, and communications careers
Course
Career Pathway Project in Arts, A-V Technology, and Communications
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Create a formal, narrative proposal that communicates a specific concept, creates a processConduct and record independent research related to the selected Arts, A-V Technology, and Communications projectWrite a detailed summary report on the chosen Arts, A-V Technology, and Communications projectProduce an original, engaging multimedia presentation based upon career pathway project research and resultsDesign and create a digital project portfolio that documents all components of the chosen Arts, A-V Technology
Short-Term Certificate
Certificate in Web Development
Athens State University
AL
Certificate
Commercial Art
Pickens Technical College
Short-Term Certificate
Commercial Art
Pickens Technical College
Short-Term Certificate
Commercial Art/Graphic Design
Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Computer Graphics
Enterprise State Community College
AL
Micro-Credential
Data Management for Large-Scale Genomic Studies
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Long Certificate
Design & Visual Communications
Patrick & Henry Community College
Short-Term Certificate
Design Processes + Production Certificate
Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design
Short-Term Certificate
Design and Visual Communications
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
AL
Associate's Degree
Digital Arts
Enterprise State Community College
AL
Course
Digital File Prep for Printing
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Prepare digital files for printing, selecting and applying resolution, file format, color mode, bleed, trim, crop marksCreate PDF files that meet the specifications and requirements of different print processes and productsUse industry-standard preflight software to check and correct common file problems, including missing fontsIdentify various desktop publishing applications and explain their uses for page layoutExplain the difference between raster and vector graphics and edit both types using an image-editing programUse variable data printing and web-to-print technologies to create print personalized or custom products for various aud
Diploma
Digital Graphic Design
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro
$4,461 cost
Diploma
Digital Graphic Design
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis
Diploma
Digital Graphic Design
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski
Diploma
Digital Graphic Design
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson
$4,461 cost
Diploma
Digital Graphic Design Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hohenwald
$5,948 cost
Diploma
Digital Graphic Design Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Livingston
Diploma
Digital Graphic Design Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Crump
$5,760 cost
Micro-Credential
Digital Health Data Security
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Bachelor's Degree
Digital Media Design
Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs
Associate's Degree
Digital Media Design
Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs
Course
Digital Production Printing
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain the principles and techniques of digital production printing using electrostatic and inkjet printersPrint various products by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting digital production printers and related equipmentSelect substrates for various print products and processes, based on the characteristicsAdjust printer settings, calibrate color profiles, and perform quality control checks to optimize print qualityManage print workflows, using software tools to organize, prioritize, schedule, and monitor print jobsCompare and contrast the structure, operation, advantages, and disadvantages of electrostatic printers, including laser
Micro-Credential
Diploma in Graphic Design
Alison
Micro-Credential
Diploma in Web Design
Alison
Course
Drone Flight Operations
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain the historical context and evolution of drone usage in audio/video productionExplain key concepts and industry-standard procedures for employing drones in audiovisual productionsCompare and contrast various industry-standard drone models and accessoriesUtilize principles of shot composition, framing, and visual storytelling in aerial cinematographyDemonstrate camera settings, exposure control, and white balance to optimize the quality of aerial footageAnalyze the impact of various lenses and filters on the overall visual aesthetic
Course
Drone Licensure and Fundamentals
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Identify the requirements and applicability of a Part 107c license in relation to operation of a specific droneIdentify flight scenarios which require a Part 107c licenseExplain the consequences of falsifying or reproducing a certificate or altering a licenseDetermine the correct federal agency with which to file an accident report in given drone accident scenariosSummarize the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) guidelines for drone operations under Part 107cExplain the conditions for safe drone operations as set forth by the FAA
Certificate
Front End Web Developer I
San Diego College of Continuing Education
Certificate
Front End Web Developer II
San Diego College of Continuing Education
Micro-Credential
Fundamentals of Graphic Design
University of Colorado System
Certificate
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Women's Institute of Torah Seminary and College
Bachelor's Degree
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Auburn University
AL
Associate's Degree
GRAPHIC DESIGN/VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Wallace State Community College