Degree: Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Program description. The Media Technologies program encompasses related career-technical disciplines in four general concentrations: Communication Graphics Technology , Photography , Video Production Technology and Web Technology . Students will earn a degree in a cross-disciplinary environment that reflects industry workflows and trends. The program employs instructors with years of practical experience and is guided by working professionals.
The Media Technologies program is designed to offer greater flexibility to students who can, working with an advisor, design a custom curriculum best suited to their needs and interests. The program offers certificates for those needing broader, deeper and/or upgraded training. To learn more about these options, see the Certificate Programs section of this Catalog.
Web Technology concentration. The Web Technology curriculum offers hands-on experience in designing Web pages and developing Web sites. Students develop and maintain Web sites using authoring and scripting languages, create content and digital media, manage and deploy e-business solutions servers, manage Web servers and maintain Web sites for small- to large-scale enterprises. Some courses are delivered completely over the Internet, and many courses are taught in the classroom as well, enabling students to choose the course delivery method best suited to their learning styles.
Typical job opportunities: E-commerce specialist, Webmaster, Web site designer, Web site developer, online services manager and Web site manager
Program goals. Upon completion of a Media Technologies program, the graduate will be equipped to do the following:
- Create media that communicate the desired message to the intended audience.
- Use a wide variety of industry-standard equipment, techniques, software, hardware and materials to produce the appropriate content.
- Demonstrate various styles in communications media that display a grasp of both design and communication principles and techniques.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the techniques and equipment that facilitate adaptation to constantly changing media.
- Understand and respect the rights and responsibilities of the artist, subject, client, user and employer, including intellectual property rights.
- Create a portfolio demonstrating design and communication skills, technical competence, and industry standards and practices.
Contact(s): Engineering and Media Technologies, (865) 694-6483; or program coordinator, (865) 694-6750
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