Integrated Media: Video - AAS Degree
Overview
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The Integrated Media: Video (AAS) degree is designed for students seeking careers in video production, filmmaking, digital media, and content creation. The curriculum combines creative storytelling with hands-on technical training to prepare students for professional work in video and media production environments.
Coursework includes topics such as video production, cinematography, documentary filmmaking, audio production, editing, storytelling, and commercial media production. Students develop practical technical and creative skills using professional film studios, high-definition production equipment, and industry-standard editing software.
The Integrated Media: Video program is workforce-focused and prepares students for careers such as camera assistants, digital imaging technicians (DITs), grips, boom operators, production assistants, assistant editors, and other roles in film, television, advertising, and digital media industries.
Students may have opportunities to participate in internships and gain industry experience through connections with the local film and advertising community.
Required Equipment: Students are required to provide open-back or semi-open-back headphones and a portable external hard drive for use throughout the program.
Students are encouraged to work with an advisor to ensure appropriate course selection and program planning based on their educational background and career goals.
Refer to the tabs above for additional information about:
- Education Plan – provides a sample term-by-term sequence of courses
- Career Info – includes information on potential occupations, employment trends, and earnings
Program Learning Objectives
At the completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Collaborate effectively with others
- Demonstrate curiosity, imagination and ability to adapt to changing technology
- Use effective oral and written communication\\n
- Access and analyze information
Education Plan
This sample Education Plan illustrates one possible course sequence. Students should consult an advisor to create a personalized plan.
General education courses (such as math, writing, health, etc.) can be taken during any term, or before starting the program.
| First Quarter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| IM120 | Computers and File Management | 1 |
| IM122 | Basic Image Editing | 1 |
| IM123 | Basic Sound Editing | 1 |
| IM124 | Basic Non-linear Editing | 1 |
| IM125 | Basic Page Layout | 1 |
| IM178 | Integrated Media Overview | 4 |
| VP150 | Fundamentals of Digital Video | 5 |
| WR121Z | Composition I | 4 |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Second Quarter | ||
| Winter | ||
| IM165 | Image Manipulation | 4 |
| VP151 | Digital Filmmaking | 5 |
| VP159 | Story Development and Ideation | 3 |
| VP251 | Nonlinear Editing | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Third Quarter | ||
| Spring | ||
| IM190 | Web for Media | 2 |
| MTH065 or MTH058 | Beginning Algebra II (or higher) or Quantitative Reasoning I | 4-6 |
| VP160 | Screenwriting | 4 |
| VP250 | Advanced Digital Filmmaking | 5 |
| Credits | 15-17 | |
| Fourth Quarter | ||
| Fall | ||
| IM270 | Project Development | 4 |
| J100 | Media Professions | 2 |
| VP152 | Production Management | 4 |
| VP165 | Nonfiction Filmmaking | 5 |
| Human Relations requirement | 3-4 | |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Fifth Quarter | ||
| Winter | ||
| IM271 | The Creative Pitch | 4 |
| IM265 | Personal Branding | 2 |
| VP283 | Motion Graphics | 4 |
| VP289 | Video Capstone Project | 2 |
| Select one of the following: | 2 | |
| Integrated Media Focus: Graphic Design | ||
| Integrated Media Focus: Graphic Design | ||
| Integrated Media Focus: Photography | ||
| Integrated Media Focus: Video | ||
| Integrated Media Focus: Video | ||
| Credits | 14 | |
| Sixth Quarter | ||
| Spring | ||
| IM290 | Integrated Media Portfolio | 4 |
| RB165 | Sound Design and Post-Production | 4 |
| Health and Physical Education requirement | 3 | |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Integrated Media Projects | ||
WE280IM_ | Co-op Education Internship | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 96-98 | |
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Students may select from IM282BA, IM282GA, IM282GB, IM282PA, IM282VA, IM282VB, or IM282WA.
Awarding Requirements
The following requirement(s) must be fulfilled to be awarded the AAS in Integrated Media: Video degree:
- All core program courses (VP, IM) must be completed within ten (10) years of starting the program.