# Digital Media Animation and Gaming (Certificate of Specialization)

Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Digital Media Design

Source: https://catalog.cccd.edu/coastline/pathways/visual-performing-arts/digital-media-design/digital-media-animation-gaming-cos/

The Animation/Gaming Foundations Certificate consists of the foundational courses that would prepare students to become entry level animators.

#### Program Learning Outcomes

1.  Select and use appropriate software and apply conceptual thinking skills to solve problems and complete specific technology-related projects.
2.  Utilize visual elements and principles of design to communicate ideas.
3.  Solve visual problems involving craftsmanship by using the creative process.

### REQUIREMENTS

Review Graduation Requirements.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core** | |  |
| **Complete the following:** | |  |
| DMD C118 | Graphic Design and Illustration (Illustrator) | 3 |
| or ART C185 | Graphic Design and Illustration (Illustrator) |  |
| DMD C122 | Motion Graphics (After Effects) | 3 |
| DMD C111 | 3D Animation | 3 |
| **Total Units** | | **9** |