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Animation, C.C.C.

Program Overview

 

 Animation, C.C.C. (DMAC-CER) 15 credits

Students in digital lab

In the Animation C.C.C. program, students learn how to bring their artwork, characters, and stories to life. They will develop their artistic talents into digital animation skills using the latest industry-standard software. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create and develop an original animated story. Upon completing this program, students will possess a strong understanding of the skills and equipment needed to create digital animation sequences. This knowledge will empower them to make informed decisions about their future educational and career paths.

 

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Admission Requirements

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  • Submit High School transcript(s) to Office of Enrollment Services
  • Submit College transcript(s) for any institutions previously attended

Testing Requirements

Students must demonstrate competence in reading, math, or language through placement examination or by passing the appropriate reading, math or language courses, if not exempt by state board of education rule 6A-10.0315.

ACT, SAT, and PERT test scores may be used for placement into college-level courses if the test was taken in the past two years. To access test prep materials and to schedule an exam, go to Test Center. The Test Center is located in Building 7 and may be contacted at test.center@fgc.edu or 386-754-7378.

If you started 9th grade in the 2003-2004 school year or later at a Florida public high school, and graduated from a Florida, public high school with a standard high school diploma, you may be exempt from Placement testing in accordance with Senate Bill 1720.  Advisors still recommend all students placement test prior to the first term of registration in order to determine where you should start in college-level courses in order to be successful. 

Location

Florida Gateway College Main Campus

Hours

Classes are held Monday through Thursday throughout the day.

Costs

  • Tuition: $1,549.80
  • Lab Fees: $100
  • Supplies: $100
  • Textbooks: $126.85

         Total: $1,876.65

Animation, C.C.C.

15 credit hours

to earn certificate

2 semesters

to program completion

100% Classroom

based courses

Guided Pathway

Review the guided degree pathway where you will find a detailed plan for your courses and other requirements each semester that prepare you for graduation and your transfer goals.

Animation, C.C.C.

Animation Program

What our graduates are doing now!

Graduates of the animation certificate program can pursue careers as 2D animators, digital storytellers, character designers, motion graphic artists, and more in the animation and entertainment industries.

In our area, people working in animation make $10 – $15/hr.

STARTING SALARIES

Varies and ranges from $20,000 to $30,000.

 

Courses from Animation articulate into the Associate of Science in Digital Media and Design degree for further education opportunities.

Digital Media and Design, A.S.
  • Students can start any time, but fall is preferable to stay in sequence.
  • This program offers students:
    • Small class sizes
    • Hands-on activities
    • Industry-grade equipment

 

  • DIG 2300C – Intro to 2D Animation 3 credits (“C” or better)
    • Tradigital Flash- Brooks #9781138012929  
  • GRA 2151C – Computer Illustration with Illustrator 3 credits (“C” or better)
    • Adobe Illustrator CC Classroom in a Book- Wood #9780136412670  
  • DIG 2109C – Digital Imaging with Photoshop 3 credits (“C” or better)
    • No title required
  • DIG 2302C – 3D Modeling and Animation 1 3 credits (“C” or better)
    • Autodesk Maya 2019 Basics Guide- Murdock #9781630571788 
  • DIG 2430C – Digital Storytelling and Animation 3 credits (“C” or better)
    • How to Cheat in Adobe Animate CC- Ferguson #9781498797382

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