Digital Art and Design: 3D Modeling & Animation

Certificate of Achievement Digital Art and Design Technology · El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Design and Applied Technology Division

www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/design-and-applied-technology/

The digital art and design technology program prepares students for employment in the Arts, Media, and Entertainment industries focusing on animation, 3D modeling, VFX, and game development. Upon completing these certificate requirements, students gain proficiency in 3D modeling and animation for digital art and design. This certificate includes exploration of 3D character and prop modeling; 3D character animation and rigging; and 3D procedural modeling, simulation, and FX with the intention of coming away with a professional level portfolio. Competencies will be assessed by portfolios and demonstration of projects.

For Gainful Employment program information, please visit www.elcamino.edu/academics/areas-of-study/computer-aided-design-drafting.php

Required Core:

CourseTitleUnits
DART 1313D Characters & Props3
DART 1403D Character Animation & Rigging3
DART 2313D Procedural Modeling, Simulation & FX3
DART 2413D Animation Studio3
DART 290Animation Capstone Studio3

Select 6 units:

CourseTitleUnits
DART 111Concept Design: Characters & Props3
DART 115Concept Design: Storyboards3
DART 211Visual Development & Environments3

Select 3 units:

CourseTitleUnits
ART 160Three-Dimensional Design3
ART 181Beginning Sculpture3
DART 95Cooperative Work Experience Education2-4
DART 99Independent Study1-3

Total Units: 24

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