
If you're interested in vTSTC’s Digital Media Certificate online program, review the information below that provides additional details you need to know.
To be eligible for study in online coursework, applicants must:
Applicants may be required to interview by phone and online with an academic administrator and attend a specialized orientation in advance of starting classes to ensure that the online format is appropriate.
Computer requirements for DM students are higher than other TSTC programs, due to the use of current digital imaging and virtual world software. The video card is a critical component of the technical specifications. In addition the following specifications, further details regarding the video card requirements are available at:
http://secondlife.com/corporate/sysreqs.php
Note: This is a minimum specification based on current and projected operating system and software application requirements.
v.TSTC utilizes a blended teaching/learning environment to present classes. Each class will have an “in-world” (virtual) component as well as traditional online web delivery.
| 1st Semester | |||
| Block A - 7 1/2 Weeks | |||
| Course | Number | Course Title | Credit Hrs |
| POFI | 1301 | Computer Applications I | 3 |
| ARTC | 1305 | Basic Graphic Design | 3 |
| 1st Semester | |||
| Block B - 7 1/2 Weeks | |||
| Course | Number | Course Title | Credit Hrs |
| LEAD | 2200 | Corporate and Community Development with Critical Thinking | 2 |
| ARTC | 1402 | Digital Imaging I | 4 |
| 1st Semester Totals | 12 |
| 2nd Semester | |||
| Block A - 7 1/2 Weeks | |||
| Course | Number | Course Title | Credit Hrs |
| ARTC | 1313 | Digital Publishing I | 3 |
| ARTC | 1353 | Computer Illustration | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | |||
| Block B - 7 1/2 Weeks | |||
| Course | Number | Course Title | Credit Hrs |
| POFT | 1120 | Job Search Skills | 1 |
| PHTC | 1311 | Fundamentals of Photography | 3 |
| ARTC | 2347 | Design Communication II | 3 |
| 2nd Semester Totals | 13 |
| Certificate Program Totals | 25 |