# 2D Animation and Games (Certificate)

Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Multimedia Studies Program

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**About the Program**

**Program Goal:** Career

**GE Pattern(s):** None

**Program Code:** 2DANIMATANDGAMES.CC

The certificate in 2D Animation and Games prepares the student for entry-level positions in the fast-growing gaming and animation industry. The certificate develops within the student a dynamic, multidisciplinary skill set which fosters growth in both the visual arts and coding for games. The new media labs housed within the Multimedia Studies program are equipped with state-of-the-art computers, software, and monitors which allow the student to experience the tools that professional animators and game designers are using today.

**Program Learning Outcome(s):**
Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1.  Edit and create graphics for animation and gaming applications.
2.  Create 2D animations using industry standard software.
3.  Discuss the principles of animation and game design.
4.  Create game assets and control them with ActionScript.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | | 9 |
| MSP 12 | Two-Dimensional Animation | 3 |
| MSP 42 | Digital Game Design and Production | 3 |
| MSP 96 | Introduction to Computer Graphics | 3 |
| **Total** | | **9** |