Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC100 | Introduction to Digital Arts | 1 | |||
| AVC150 | Multimedia Storytelling | HU | 3 | ||
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | CS | 3 | ||
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 | |||
| CRW176 | Writing Narrative for Video Games | 3 | |||
| ART116 | Life Drawing I | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS151 | Computer Game Development -Level I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC/MMT185 or CIS130DA |
3D Modeling and Animation I or 3D Studio Max: Modeling | Prerequisites or Corequisites: AVC100 or permission of Instructor. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC200 | Animation and Interactivity | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AVC100 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC/MMT184 | Digital Animation I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ART111 or ART116) or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: AVC100 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC240 or CIS230DB |
Cinematography and Directing for 2D/3D Animation or 3D Studio Max: Lighting and Rendering | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ADA/AVC/MMT184, or AVC/MMT185, or FMP108) or permission of Instructor. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS130DA, or permission of instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC/MMT285 or CIS130DB |
3D Modeling and Animation II or 3D Studio Max: Animation | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AVC/MMT185. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC287 | 3D Character Animation | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AVC/MMT184 or AVC180AC. Corequisites: ART116 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC298AB | Special Projects | Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.View requisites | 2 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC100 | Introduction to Digital Arts | 1 | |||
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | CS | 3 | ||
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRW176 | Writing Narrative for Video Games | 3 | |||
| CIS151 | Computer Game Development -Level I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| ART116 | Life Drawing I | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC150 | Multimedia Storytelling | HU | 3 | ||
| AVC/MMT184 | Digital Animation I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ART111 or ART116) or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: AVC100 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC/MMT185 or CIS130DA |
3D Modeling and Animation I or 3D Studio Max: Modeling | Prerequisites or Corequisites: AVC100 or permission of Instructor. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC200 | Animation and Interactivity | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AVC100 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC/MMT285 or CIS130DB |
3D Modeling and Animation II or 3D Studio Max: Animation | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AVC/MMT185. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC240 or CIS230DB |
Cinematography and Directing for 2D/3D Animation or 3D Studio Max: Lighting and Rendering | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ADA/AVC/MMT184, or AVC/MMT185, or FMP108) or permission of Instructor. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS130DA, or permission of instructor.View requisites | 3 |
Term 6
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC287 | 3D Character Animation | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AVC/MMT184 or AVC180AC. Corequisites: ART116 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| AVC298AB | Special Projects | Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.View requisites | 2 |
Course Area Key
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design