Digital Media Design

Associate of Arts Degree Digital Media Design · Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog

This program presents a concentrated course of study in the field of digital media and design. Concept development and the generation of a portfolio suitable for entry-level job applications is a focus in each of the core courses. Courses emphasize the process and problem-solving in visual design and communication. Digital Media Design courses provide broad-based entry-level education for a variety of industries. Students are introduced to a broad range of media including animation, illustration, digital photography, drone photography, as well as strategies and the techniques required to incorporate these concepts into print, websites, video, and social media solutions.

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate the ability to create projects with the appropriate settings within the software for web, print, and animation while using basic design principles and best practices employed in the design industry.
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in determining the type of copyright, permissions, and licensing required to use specific content.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to identify the purpose, audience, and audience needs for preparing images.

REQUIREMENTS

Review the Associate in Science and Associate in Arts Graduation Requirements and General Education requirements.

CourseTitleUnits
Required Core
Complete the following:
DMD C116Visual Design (Photoshop)3
DMD C117Typography3
orART C184Typography
DMD C118Graphic Design and Illustration (Illustrator)3
orART C185Graphic Design and Illustration (Illustrator)
DMD C120Digital Media Publication (InDesign)3
DMD C135Digital Media Design Principles3
DMD C136Digital Media Business Basics3
Units Required for Major18
Local General Education or CalGETC patternVaries
Electives to satisfy unit requirementVaries
Total Units60

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