Interactive Media - Digital Design Option

Program Goals:

The Interactive Media - Digital Design Option is a multi-faceted computer-based program designated for students seeking a computer interface design career in digital media in the global marketplace. Students produce designs, symbols, typography, illustrations, photography, video, multimedia, motion graphics, sound, and animation for use in print, web, social media, and interactive media.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

• Achieve computer interface design competencies to communicate original artistic expression for promotion and sales of products for newspapers, magazines, web publications, multimedia and video content providers, ad agencies, and manufacturers.
• Achieve computer interface design competencies to communicate original artistic expression in electronic and digital design technologies for career opportunities in the industry.
• Achieve computer interface design competencies to communicate original artistic expression in electronic and digital design technologies for career opportunities in the print and prepress industry.
• Achieve computer interface design competencies to communicate original artistic expression in electronic and digital design technologies for career opportunities in Internet publishing industries as content providers using multimedia, video, and animation.
• Produce a print, PDF, web/e-publishing presence, and interactive social media portfolio of student work for presentation to future employers or for transfer to institutions of higher learning.
• Transfer to bachelor’s degree programs at colleges and universities with related fields of study.
• Provide a progressive framework of courses to meet general education core curriculum goals for measurable proficiencies in: Information Literacy, Quantitative Reasoning, Scientific Reasoning, Technical Literacy, Aesthetics, Multiple Perspectives, Ethics, Impact of Technology, and Civic Literacy.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions@qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

• The Interactive Media - Digital Design Option is a first-come, first-served program that restricts in person enrollment in required course offerings to 40 full-time students per academic year, beginning each Fall semester. Required courses in this day program will only be offered Monday through Thursday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., so plan accordingly. Many IMD courses are offered for online participation, but a degree can only be achieved by taking some day classes.

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks are not required. Fingerprinting and drug testing are not required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

• Students enrolled in the program are required to purchase a high quality digital camera for IMD 161.
• Students are encouraged to purchase a computer (preferably Mac) with related software.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) allows students to use skills they already have towards a college degree or certificate. Work, life, volunteer and military experience may be translated into credit, allowing students to take fewer classes and earn their degree faster. CPL eliminates redundancies for students who have already earned credentials or mastered skills required for their program of study. Email experience@qcc.mass.edu for more information and eligibility.

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 11.0803.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

Additional Information:

• Accepted students must register simultaneously for all four IMD courses required in Semesters 1-3, and for both IMD courses required in Semester 4. Early application is recommended.