This program provides an integrated series of coursework in American Sign Language (ASL) and ASL-English interpretation to prepare students for entry-level positions. The series provides academic coursework based on a Deaf-centered framework that encourages students to embrace an empowered collaboration with Deaf people. A foundation in ASL discourse and interpretation is established through theoretical models. Emphasis is on the practical application of these models and knowledge in the areas of human relations, language skills, interpreting skills, cultural competence, service learning, and professionalism.
American Sign Language-English interpreters are in demand locally, regionally, and nationally. A qualified American Sign Language/English interpreter enjoys a rewarding, highly flexible career. This field is expanding; growth in the job market is projected.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  discuss and apply knowledge of linguistic, cross-cultural, and interpretation theories.
✔  demonstrate communicative competency in English and in ASL through effective communication in a variety of settings with Deaf and hearing participants of varying age, gender, and ethnicity.
✔  appraise, identify, and apply personal, professional, and ethical decisions in a manner consistent with theoretical models and standard professional practices that align in service with the goal of the setting and Deaf and hearing participants.
✔  demonstrate interpersonal competencies that foster effective communication and productive collaboration with colleagues, Deaf and hearing participants, employers, and team members in an interpreting context.
✔  formulate effective interpretations both consecutively and simultaneously following a practice profession framework.
✔  develop an on-going professional action plan integrating interactions with Deaf related organizations, connections with interpreter employers, and the implications of certification on the provision of interpreting.

This certificate covers the process of digital production for printing and web. It focuses on the core software programs and current industry trends for digital media.
This certificate prepares students for entry-level print or web production artist positions.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  investigate the basics of digital software for vector- and pixel- based media
✔  analyze specific conditions which influence digital production decisions
✔  categorize raster-based images and vector-based art as they relate to print and web
✔  calculate resolution, color modes and file size as they relate to print and web production
✔  construct a series of projects which build knowledge of simple and complex production issues

This certificate introduces software applications, industry-standard hardware, and the typographic/fundamental and technical skills necessary for today’s workplace. It focuses on visual communication through layout design, typography, and the dynamic relationship between image and type. It meets current marketplace demands by incorporating print/non-print media and the effect new technologies have on a changing communications field.
Students can apply their acquired skills in typography, software and concept development to apply for production artist or junior graphic designer positions.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  analyze and formulate visual communication concepts using graphic design principles and standards.
✔  evaluate the role of typography as a communication device and know how the graphic design field fits into today’s multimedia environment.
✔  design and produce two-dimensional media projects taking into account client needs, composition, color, and hierarchy of information.
✔  construct camera-ready art with industry standard graphic design software.
✔  evaluate problems generated by clients and execute visual concepts through research, thumbnails, roughs, design development and presentation.
✔  prioritize design and production deadlines for a deadline oriented industry.

This certificate introduces the software and theory used by graphic designers in the design studio. It covers page layout, vector drawing, and photo manipulation basics. It also focuses on current industry trends in the digital marketplace.
Students can apply their acquired skills for internship positions in graphic arts related jobs such as entry-level design positions, entry-level in-house design positions, and production artist positions. Or, with additional coursework, students can continue their studies at a qualified four-year college.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  assess typographic hierarchy as it relates to message development.
✔  build digital files to specs required by the current industry.
✔  integrate different software files into one digital file.
✔  resolve digital production issues as they relate to industry standards.
✔  correlate deadline issues as they relate to production schedules.

The Web Design certificate incorporates the fundamentals of visual communication with industry-standard work flow and tools to prepare creatives and talents for the web design industry. The certificate focuses on the visual language necessary for a web designer to produce compelling graphics in the web authoring environment. Students are encouraged to further their studies in interactive design by obtaining other Art New Media Certificates such as the Interactive Design Certificate, the Digital Imagery Certificate and the Video Certificate within the Art New Media department, or similar programs at a four-year college, or encouraged to choose an entry-level position in the web design industry.
Web design skills are used in business, government, educational institutions, and the entertainment industry.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  produce compelling graphics incorporating industry-standard work flow and tools
✔  design visually successful web pages/web sites using visual design concepts
✔  evaluate content needs for target audience
✔  assess the most effective navigation flow
✔  conceive and deliver visual solutions for a client within a defined time frame

This certificate focuses on traditional visual art principles to clearly communicate the needs of a client and their target audience. It includes skill sets from both the traditional arts and digital media. Illustration skills are applied in areas of editorial, advertising, technical and book illustration, as well as 3D modeling and texturing, animation, set design, and product design.
Career opportunities include editorial, advertising, technical and book illustration, 3D modeling and texturing, animation, set design, and product design

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  create drawn and painted images using traditional and digital media
✔  research and develop visual content with an understanding of the client's target audience
✔  develop and produce visual solutions that meet the needs of a client within a deadline
✔  analyze and apply color schemes to communicate a message that meets the client's needs
✔  research modern art and illustration history, applying concepts to illustrations to effectively communicate visually within contemporary culture
✔  compile a portfolio that demonstrates skill with both traditional and digital media and client based concept development

This certificate focuses on the visual concept development of believable characters. Skills in traditional and digital illustration are applied to create characters for animation, games, comics, graphic novels, children’s books, and illustrated novels.
Career opportunities include film, game, broadcast, and illustration industries.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  create believable characters using traditional and digital media
✔  research the environment, social and cultural structure, anatomy, costume and motion as they relate to a particular narrative
✔  create characters with believable gesture and movement that are consistent with the character concept
✔  analyze and apply facial expressions for the character that effectively describe the character within a narrative
✔  utilize references from photographs, illustration, and animation to create characters that effectively interact within their environment
✔  compile a portfolio that presents the process of character creation from research through final presentation

This certificate focuses on using traditional visual art principles to clearly communicate the needs of a client and/or target a specific audience. It includes skill sets from both the traditional arts and digital media. Illustration skills are applied in animation, character design, 3D modeling and texturing, set design, product design, as well as areas of editorial, advertising, technical, and book illustration.
Career opportunities include animation, character design, 3D modeling and texturing, set design, product design, as well as areas of editorial, advertising, technical, and book illustration.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ create drawn and painted images using traditional and digital media
✔ research and develop visual content with an understanding of the target audience
✔ develop and produce visual solutions that meet the needs of a client within a deadline
✔ analyze and apply effective color schemes to enhance the viewer's emotional response to the content of an illustration
✔ research modern art and illustration history, applying concepts to illustrations to effectively communicate visually within contemporary culture
✔ create a portfolio that demonstrates skill with traditional and digital media and concept development

This certificate focuses on traditional animation principles to create believable animations. Animations created range from motion graphics for broadcast television to animated product placement to characters used for the telling of fantastic stories. It focuses on skill sets in both the traditional arts and digital environments.
Students can apply animation skills in film, game, and broadcast, as well as local industries, such as medical, legal, engineering, Web, fine art, and entrepreneurial. Students can continue their studies in animation at a four-year college or choose an entry level position in any of the animation industries.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ research and demonstrate application of the principles of animation to tell a story with meaning through movement.
✔ create the motions, gestures, and expressions of three-dimensional computer graphics characters and objects.
✔ critique animation and regularly improve upon demonstration reels.
✔ create a portfolio-quality animation demonstration reel.
✔ create animation from live reference, video reference, and from hand-drawn imagery.
✔ create animation in various 2D and 3D software programs and apply the principles regardless of the software differences.
✔ block-in movements in rough animation and show for approval in a weekly review.
✔ finish work for approval in a timely manner.

This certificate offers a comprehensive understanding of the computer generated three-dimensional (CG 3D) production process. It is designed for self-learners, entrepreneurs, and developers of independent content or someone looking for a high level position in a 3D animation company. A broad range of topics are covered from traditional sculpting to digital rendering. In addition to technical direction, this certificate is ideal for any 3D Generalist position.
Students can apply 3D skills in film, game, and broadcast, as well as local industries, such as medical, legal, engineering, Web, and fine art. Students can continue their studies in 3D at a four-year college or choose an entry-level position in any of the 3D animation industries.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ plan a production pipeline and solve 3D production issues with a holistic understanding of 3D.
✔ create portfolio-quality demonstration reels with animation, modeling, texturing, and rigging.
✔ differentiate various 3D software strengths and weaknesses.
✔ apply for an entry-level 3D position calling for a 3D Technical Director or 3D Generalist.
✔ create digital textures and materials from observing and scanning real-world surfaces and materials.
✔ apply textures and materials to a computer-generated environment.