# Digital Imaging Fundamentals (Certificate of Achievement)

Berkeley City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Digital Imaging

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##### Program Description

The Digital Imaging Fundamentals Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in graphic design, digital content creation, photography, and multimedia production. This program develops technical proficiency in industry-standard software while building foundational skills in visual composition, digital illustration, photography, and motion graphics. Students create professional-quality digital imagery for print and digital applications across multiple platforms.

Through hands-on projects, students gain practical experience creating marketing materials, social media content, digital illustrations, photographic imagery, and animated graphics. The curriculum emphasizes both creative problem-solving and technical execution. The Professional Practice component equips students with essential business skills, including client communication, project management, pricing strategies, copyright fundamentals, and freelance operations.

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##### Career Opportunities

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Graphic Design Assistant, Social Media Content Creator, Photo Editor/Retoucher, Digital Imaging Specialist, Production Assistant (Design/Video), Marketing Coordinator (Creative), E-commerce Visual Specialist, Junior IllustratorFreelance Creative Services Provider

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##### Learning Outcome(s)

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1.  Create original digital artwork, illustrations, photographs, and motion graphics using industry-standard software, including Adobe Photoshop and motion graphics applications
2.  Apply design principles, methodologies, and problem-solving processes to develop effective visual solutions for client needs and creative briefs.
3.  Demonstrate professional business practices and build a cohesive portfolio showcasing technical skills and creative capabilities appropriate for employment

| Course | Title | Units |
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| **Required courses** | | 21 |
| MM/DI 1A | Introduction to Digital Illustration | 3 |
| MM/DI 2 | Design Methods | 3 |
| MM/DI 4 | Introduction to Photoshop | 3 |
| MM/DI 20A | Introduction to Digital Photography | 3 |
| MM/DI 60 | Professional Practice for Creatives | 3 |
| MMART 3 | Introduction to Digital Art | 3 |
| MMART 5A | Introduction to Motion Graphics | 3 |