Interactive Technologies A.A.S. - Computer Animation and Game Design Concentration

School: Business and Professional Careers
Academic Dept: Computer Information Technologies
HEGIS: 5004

Important Note about Program Requirements

The requirements listed below are for students entering into this program from Fall 2023 to Summer 2024. Students who entered the program during a prior semester will find their specific requirements listed in the Catalog under which they entered. Archived Catalogs are accessible through the dropdown menu above.

Program Description

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Interactive Technologies (ITECH) with a Computer Animation and Game Design concentration is an innovative program that prepares students for creative technology careers found 2D and 3D Animation, Game Design, and other interactive media such as computer-generated simulations of Virtual Reality (VR).

The ITECH 2D/3D animation and game design coursework offers students the opportunity to learn hands-on creative digital media skills essential to concept and character development, digital storytelling, animation protocols and product designs utilizing 3D printing. Many professions in STEM, Business, Entertainment, and Public Service utilizes animated interactive media. The curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions or for transfer to a four-year institution. The program is applicable for professionals who need to enhance their existing skills utilizing emerging technologies.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:

Create self-directed, concept-driven animated and interactive media solutions that meet creative goals,
Demonstrate teamwork, production, and management skills for animation, game, and product design industries,
Demonstrate the ability to apply digital design principles with an emphasis on interactive design,
Demonstrate the ability to make informed decisions based on the analysis of empirical data,
Demonstrate the ability to design, build, and manage dynamic interactive media.

Program Requirements

60 credits are required for the degree:

General Education - 21 credits
Required Degree Courses - 39 credits

General Education Requirements - 21 Credits

Basic Communication - Written and Research (3 credits): ENG 101 - Writing and Research
Humanities - Writing and Literature (3 credits): ENG 102 - Writing and Literature
Natural Sciences (3 credits): Choose from this category of general education courses
Mathematics (3 credits): Choose from this category of general education courses
American History or Western Civilization (3 credits): Choose from either category, American History OR Western Civilization
Social Sciences (3 credits): Choose from this category of general education courses
The Arts (3 credits): ITECH 110 - Digital Imaging OR ART 129 - Digital Photography

Where specific courses are not listed within the categories above, courses must be selected from the list of all General Education Courses .

Required Degree Courses - 39 credits

CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems
CIS 150 - Internet Technologies
COMSC 100 - Introduction to Computing Concepts
FILM 130 - Digital Storytelling
ITECH 100 - Digital Design
ITECH 120 - Web Design and Development (UX/UI)
ITECH 240 - New Media Projects
MKT 101 - Marketing
MKT 202 - Digital Marketing
Computer Animation and Game Design Elective (12 credits): Select FOUR of the following

Program Map

The program map is a recommended semester-by-semester schedule of courses based on degree requirements and serve as a general guideline to help students complete their program in two years. Although designed for full-time enrollment, these are easily adaptable for part-time study. For additional, individualized guidance, students should review Degree Works and consult an Academic Counselor or Faculty Advisor to ensure they are on track to complete their program.

Semester 1

Course	Credits
ITECH 100 - Digital Design	3
ITECH 110 - Digital Imaging or ART 129 - Digital Photography	3
MKT 101 - Marketing	3
CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems	3
ENG 101 - Writing and Research	3
Semester Total Credits	15

Semester 2

Course	Credits
COMSC 100 - Introduction to Computing Concepts	3
CIS 150 - Internet Technologies	3
FILM 130 - Digital Storytelling	3
ENG 102 - Writing and Literature	3
Computer Animation and Game Design Elective	3
Semester Total Credits	15

Semester 3

Course	Credits
ITECH 120 - Web Design and Development (UX/UI)	3
Social Sciences Gen. Ed. Course	3
American History or Western Civilization Gen. Ed. Course	3
Natural Sciences Gen. Ed. Course	3
Computer Animation and Game Design Elective	3
Semester Total Credits	15

Semester 4

Course	Credits
MKT 202 - Digital Marketing	3
ITECH 240 - New Media Projects	3
Mathematics Gen. Ed. Course	3
Computer Animation and Game Design Elective	3
Computer Animation and Game Design Elective	3
Semester Total Credits	15

Minimum Total Credits: 60

Transfer Opportunities

Westchester Community College is committed to facilitating a smooth transfer process to ensure that graduates of the college are prepared to transfer with junior status, and are able to complete a bachelor’s degree within two years of full-time study upon transfer. View 4-year institutions’ transfer agreement information by program here.

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