Motion Picture/Television | Associate in Applied Science
Field of Study Code: MPTV.AAS.ANIMAT
Catalog Description:
The Animation degree specializes in preparing students for employment
and/or transfer in the field of animation. Students will explore and become
proficient in the basics of animation and computer-generated imagery.
This program will teach student’s techniques in story development,
character design, animation, motion control, lighting and sound for
animation. The Animation degree program requires 64 credits in program
requirements, program electives, electives and general education as listed
below.
Program Requirements ...................................................... 39
Mptv 1020* Editing for Motion Pictures and
Television ...................................................... 3
Mptv 1311
Introduction to Animation ............................. 3
Mptv 1313
History of Animation ...................................... 3
Mptv 1324
Motion Graphics and Special Effects I ............ 3
Mptv 2331
Three-Dimensional Animation I ..................... 3
Mptv 2342* Animation Portfolio ........................................ 3
Art
1101
Drawing I ........................................................ 3
Art
1102* Drawing II ....................................................... 3
Art
1151
Two-Dimensional Foundations Studio ........... 3
Art
2201* Life Drawing I.................................................. 3
Art
2266* Computer Art I ............................................... 3
Grdsn 2210* Cartooning ...................................................... 3
Grdsn 2211* Storyboarding/Sequential Art ........................ 3
* - course has a prerequisite
Program Electives ................................................................. 6
Select six credits from any 1000- or 2000-level Mptv faculty adviserapproved Mptv courses; one suggested course is listed below.
Mptv 2333
Motion Graphics and Special Effects II ........... 3
Electives
........................................................................ 3
Select three credits from any 1000- or 2000-level Mptv or general
education course.
General Education ..................................................... 16 to 19
Each candidate for an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree shall
satisfactorily complete a minimum of 18 credits in General Education. For
the Animation degree, some General Education courses are already listed
under program requirements. Therefore, students only need 16 credits
besides those listed under program requirements.
Suggested Course Sequence
(Full-Time Enrollment)
Please note: A student’s readiness to perform
college-level coursework is based on the
student's placement test and/or ACT
scores. Below 1000 level coursework may be
required prior to the student taking courses in
the suggested sequences.
First Semester (15 credits)
· Art 1101 (3)
· Mptv 1020 (3)
· Mptv 1311 (3)
· General Education requirement (3)
· General Education requirement (3)
Second Semester (18 credits)
· Art 1151 (3)
· Grdsn 2210 (3)
· Mptv 1313 (3) (spring only)
· Mptv 1324 (3)
· General Education requirement (3)
· Program Elective (3)
Third Semester (16 credits)
· Art 1102 (3)
· Art 2266 (3) (fall only)
· Grdsn 2211 (3) (fall only)
· Mptv 2331 (3)
· General Education requirement (4)
Fourth Semester (15 credits)
· Art 2201 (3)
· Mptv 2342 (3) (spring only)
· Elective/General Education
requirement (3)
· General Education requirement (3)
· Program Elective (3)
For more information:
If you are considering this program as an area of
study, please contact the Liberal Arts-Fine &
Applied Arts subdivision office at 630-942-2048.
Program web site:
http://www.cod.edu/programs/mptv/
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Under the specified General Education headings below, the following
courses are required for the Animation degree:
Communication: 6 credits
Written: (3 credits) English 1101 or 1105
Oral: (3 credits) Speech 1100, 1120 or 1150
Physical and Life Sciences: 3 to 5 credits
At least one course with a laboratory component
Mathematics: 3 to 5 credits
Select a minimum of 3 credits (1000 level or above).
Select Mathematics 1102, 1104 or 1120 only where required in the degree
program. Only one from the following three courses may count toward
overall degree requirement credit: Mathematics 1635, Psychology 2280 or
Sociology 2205. Only one of the following courses may count toward
overall degree credit: Mathematics 1428 or Mathematics 1431.
Humanities and Fine Arts: 3 credits
(Any Art class in program requirements fulfills this requirement)
Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits
Complete at least 2 credits from the list of courses in the
Global/Multicultural Studies or Contemporary Life Skills Category. (Motion
Picture/Television 1020 in program requirements fulfills this requirement)
TOTAL CREDITS FOR AAS DEGREE
64 to 67
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Career Information MPTV.AAS.ANIMAT
Job Title(s): Multimedia Artists and Animators
Animator, Creative Director, Art Director, Artist, Graphic Artist, Graphic Designer, Illustrator,
3D Artist, 3D Animator, Animation Director
For salary and wage information, please visit: www.onetonline.org
If you would like information regarding internships, resume development, interviewing and
job search skills, please contact the Career Services Center
Phone: 630-942-2230
www.cod.edu/careerservices
Twitter: @codcareercenter
Related Occupations:
Art Director
Web Developer
Graphic Designer
Film & Video Editors
Technical Director/Manager
Producer
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Motion Picture/Television | Associate in Applied Science
Field of Study Code: MPTV.AAS.FILM
Catalog Description:
The Motion Picture/Television program specializes in preparing
students for employment and/or transfer in the fields of film, video,
television, animation and audio production. Graduates find jobs in
industry, education and government; although a knowledge of motion
picture or television production is also helpful for those seeking careers
in advertising, public relations and other related fields. A hands-on
approach to learning is emphasized. Several courses are transfer
oriented. The Motion Picture/Television Film/Video degree requires a
minimum of 64 credits in program requirements, program electives and
general education as listed below.
Program Requirements ...................................................... 33
Mptv 1011
Introduction to Motion Pictures and
Television ...................................................... 3
Mptv 1020
Editing for Motion Pictures and Television .... 3
Mptv 1022* Audio for Motion Pictures and Television ...... 3
Mptv 1111
Film/Video Aesthetics .................................... 3
Mptv 1113
Film/Video History ......................................... 3
Mptv 1120* Cinematography ............................................. 3
Mptv 2022
Screenwriting for Short Forms ....................... 3
Mptv 2031* Pre-Production for Motion Pictures
and Television ............................................... 3
Mptv 2131* Film/Video Production ................................... 3
Mptv 2133* Directing for Film/Video ................................. 3
Mptv 2140* Advanced Film/Video Production .................. 3
Program Electives ............................................................... 14
Select 14 credits from the courses below.
Mptv 1220
Introduction to Television Studio
Production .................................................... 3
Mptv 1311
Introduction to Animation ............................ 3
Mptv 1320* Intermediate Animation ................................. 3
Mptv 1822
Selected Topics ............................................... 3
Mptv 2231
TV News Field Production .............................. 3
Mptv 2233* Documentary Production ............................... 3
Mptv 2240
Advanced Television Production .................... 3
Mptv 2331
Three-Dimensional Animation I ..................... 3
Mptv 2340* Three-Dimensional Animation II .................... 3
Mptv 2822* Advanced Selected Topics II ........................... 3
* - course has a prerequisite
General Education ..................................................... 19 to 22
For the Film/Video Production degree, students are required to take
19 to 22 credits in General Education.
Suggested Course Sequence
(Full-Time Enrollment)
Please note: A student’s readiness to perform
college-level coursework is based on the student's
placement test and/or ACT scores. Below 1000
level coursework may be required prior to the
student taking courses in the suggested
sequences.
First Semester (18 to 21 credits)
 Mathematics (3 to 5)
 Engli 1101 or 1105 (3)
 Mptv 1011 (3)
 Mptv 1020 (3)
 Mptv 1022 (3
 Program Elective (3)
Second Semester (15 credits)
 Speec 1100 or 1120 or 1150 (3)
 Mptv 1111 (3)
 Mptv 1120 (3)
 Mptv 2022 (3)
 Program Elective (3)
Third Semester (19 credits)
 Physical and Life Sciences (4)
 Mptv 2031(3)
 Mptv 2131 (3)
 Mptv 2133 (3)
 Program Elective (3)
 Program Elective (3)
Fourth Semester (14 credits)
 Humanities and Fine Arts (3)
 Social and Behavioral Sciences (3)
 Mptv PTV 1113 (3)
 Mptv 2140 (3)
 Program Elective (2)
For more information:
If you are considering this program as an area of
study, please contact the Liberal Arts-Fine &
Applied Arts subdivision office at 630-942-2048.
Program web site:
http://www.cod.edu/programs/mptv/
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Under the specified General Education headings below, the following
courses are required:
Communication: 6 credits
Written: (3 credits) English 1101 or 1105
Oral: (3 credits) Speech 1100, 1120 or 1150
Physical and Life Sciences: 3 to 5 credits
At least one course with a laboratory component
Mathematics: 3 to 5 credits
Select a minimum of 3 credits (1000 level or above).
Select Mathematics 1102, 1104 or 1120 only where required in the
degree program. Only one from the following three courses may count
toward overall degree requirement credit: Mathematics 1635,
Psychology 2280 or Sociology 2205. Only one of the following courses
may count toward overall degree credit: Mathematics 1428 or
Mathematics 1431.
Humanities and Fine Arts: 3 credits
Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits
Complete at least 2 credits from the list of courses in the
Global/Multicultural Studies or Contemporary Life Skills Category.
(Motion Picture Television 1011 in program requirements fulfills this
requirement)
TOTAL CREDITS FOR AAS DEGREE
66 to 69
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Career Information MPTV.AAS.FILM
Job Title(s): Directors- Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, and Radio
Director, Television Director (TV Director), Artistic Director, Newscast Director, Stage
Manager, Technical Director, News Production Supervisor, Television Newscast Director,
Assistant Director, Associate Artistic Director
For salary and wage information, please visit: www.onetonline.org
If you would like information regarding internships, resume development, interviewing and
job search skills, please contact the Career Services Center
Phone: 630-942-2230
www.cod.edu/careerservices
Twitter: @codcareercenter
Related Occupations:
Editors
Program Directors
Talent Directors
Advertising & Promotions Manager
Art Director
Film & Video Editors
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Motion Picture/Television | Associate in Applied Science
Field of Study Code: MPTV.AAS.PROD
Catalog Description:
The Motion Picture/Television program specializes in preparing
students for employment and/or transfer in the fields of film, video,
television, animation and audio production. Graduates find jobs in
industry, education and government; although a knowledge of
motion picture or television production is also helpful for those
seeking careers in advertising, public relations and other related
fields. A hands-on approach to learning is emphasized. Several
courses are transfer oriented. The Television Production degree
program requires 64 credits, in program requirements, program
electives and general education as listed below.
Program Requirements ...................................................... 33
Mptv 1011
Introduction to Motion Pictures and
Television ...................................................... 3
Mptv 1020
Editing for Motion Pictures and Television .... 3
Mptv 1022* Audio for Motion Pictures and Television ...... 3
Mptv 1111
Film/Video Aesthetics .................................... 3
Mptv 1113
Film/Video History ......................................... 3
Mptv 1120* Cinematography ............................................. 3
Mptv 2022
Screenwriting for Short Forms ....................... 3
Mptv 2031* Pre-Production for Motion Pictures
and Television ............................................... 3
Mptv 2131* Film/Video Production ................................... 3
Mptv 2133* Directing for Film/Video ................................. 3
Mptv 2140* Advanced Film/Video Production .................. 3
Program Electives ............................................................... 14
Select 14 credits from the courses below.
Mptv 1220
Introduction to Television Studio
Production .................................................... 3
Mptv 1311
Introduction to Animation ............................ 3
Mptv 1320* Intermediate Animation ................................. 3
Mptv 1822
Selected Topics ............................................... 3
Mptv 2231
TV News Field Production .............................. 3
Mptv 2233* Documentary Production ............................... 3
Mptv 2240
Advanced Television Production .................... 3
Mptv 2331
Three-Dimensional Animation I ..................... 3
Mptv 2340* Three-Dimensional Animation II .................... 3
Mptv 2822* Advanced Selected Topics II ........................... 3
* - course has a prerequisite
Program Requirements ...................................................... 33
Mptv 1011
Introduction to Motion Pictures and
Television ...................................................... 3
Mptv 1020
Editing for Motion Pictures and Television .... 3
Mptv 1213
History of Television ....................................... 3
Mptv 1220
Introduction to Television Studio Production 3
Mptv 1222
Writing for Television ..................................... 3
Mptv 1324
Motion Graphics and Special Effects I ............ 3
Suggested Course Sequence
(Full-Time Enrollment)
Please note: A student’s readiness to perform
college-level coursework is based on the student's
placement test and/or ACT scores. Below 1000 level
coursework may be required prior to the student
taking courses in the suggested sequences.
First Semester (15 credits)
 Engli 1101 or 1105 (3)
 Mptv 1011 (3)
 Mptv 1020 (3)
 Mptv 1220 (3)
 Program Elective (3)
Second Semester (18 to 21credits)
 Mathematics (3 to 5)
 Speec 1100 or 1120 or 1150 (3)
 Mptv 1213 (3)
 Mptv 1324 (3)
 Mptv 2134 (3)
 Program Elective (3)
Third Semester (16 credits)
 Humanities and Fine Arts (3)
 Physical and Life Sciences (4)
 Mptv 2031 (3)
 Mptv 2231 (3)
 Mptv 2233 (3)
Fourth Semester (15 credits)
 Social and Behavioral Sciences (3)
 Mptv 1222 (3)
 Mptv 2240 (3)
 Program Elective (3)
 Program Elective (3)
For more information:
If you are considering this program as an area of
study, please contact the Liberal Arts-Fine & Applied
Arts subdivision office at 630-942-2048.
Program web site:
http://www.cod.edu/programs/mptv/
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Mptv 2031*
Mptv
Mptv
Mptv
Mptv
2134
2231
2233*
2240
Pre-Production for Motion Picture and
Television ...................................................... 3
On-Location TV Production ............................ 3
TV News Field Production .............................. 3
Documentary Production ............................... 3
Advanced Television Production .................... 3
Program Electives ............................................................... 12
Select at least 12 credits from any MPTV courses that are not listed as
a program requirement. Suggested Program Electives are MPTV
1111, MPTV 1022, MPTV 1120*, MPTV 1822, MPTV 2022, MPTV
2333* and MPTV 2822*.
* - course has a prerequisite
General Education ..................................................... 19 to 22
For the Television Production degree, students are required to take
19 to 22 credits in General Education.
Under the specified General Education headings below, the following
courses are required:
Communication: 6 credits
Written: (3 credits) English 1101 or 1105
Oral: (3 credits) Speech 1100, 1120 or 1150
Physical and Life Sciences: 3 to 5 credits
At least one course with a laboratory component
Mathematics: 3 to 5 credits
Select a minimum of 3 credits (1000 level or above).
Select Mathematics 1102, 1104 or 1120 only where required in the
degree program. Only one from the following three courses may
count toward overall degree requirement credit: Mathematics 1635,
Psychology 2280 or Sociology 2205. Only one of the following courses
may count toward overall degree credit: Mathematics 1428 or
Mathematics 1431.
Humanities and Fine Arts: 3 credits
Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits
Complete at least 2 credits from the list of courses in the
Global/Multicultural Studies or Contemporary Life Skills Category.
(Motion Picture Television 1011 in program requirements fulfills this
requirement)
TOTAL CREDITS FOR AAS DEGREE
64 to 67
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Career Information MPTV-AAS.PROD
Job Title(s): Producers
Producer, News Producer, Television News Producer, Promotions Producer, Television
Producer (TV Producer), Animation Producer, Executive Producer, Newscast Producer, Radio
Producer, Associate Producer
For salary and wage information, please visit: www.onetonline.org
If you would like information regarding internships, resume development, interviewing and
job search skills, please contact the Career Services Center
Phone: 630-942-2230
www.cod.edu/careerservices
Twitter: @codcareercenter
Related Occupations:
Editors
Program Directors
Talent Directors
Advertising & Promotions Manager
Marketing Manager
Meeting, Convention & Event Planners
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Motion Picture/Television | Associate in Applied Science
Field of Study Code: MPTV.AAS.BROADCST
Catalog Description:
The Motion Picture/Television program specializes in preparing
students for employment and/or transfer in the field of broadcast
journalism. Students will explore and become proficient in the basics
of broadcast journalism and news and talk-show production. This
program will teach students techniques in news story gathering, oncamera talent techniques, field production, and studio production.
The Digital Broadcast Journalism degree requires a minimum of 64
credits in program requirements, program electives and general
education as listed below.
Program Requirements ...................................................... 36
Mptv 1220
Introduction to Television Studio
Production .................................................... 3
Mptv 1422
Writing and Reporting for TV News I ............. 3
Mptv 1423* Announcing and Performing Broadcast
News ............................................................. 3
Mptv 1431* Introduction to Field Production and
Editing........................................................... 3
Mptv 2231
TV News Field Production .............................. 3
Mptv 2233* Documentary Production ............................... 3
Mptv 2422* Writing and Reporting II ................................. 3
Mptv 2431* Television News Producing ............................ 3
Mptv 2440* Advanced On-Air Broadcasting ...................... 3
Mcomm 1100 Introduction to Mass Communication ........... 3
Mcomm 1105 News Reporting and Writing for
Multimedia ................................................... 3
Mcomm 2100 Social Media as News ..................................... 3
* - course has a prerequisite
Program Electives ............................................................... 10
Select ten credits from any 1000- or 2000-level Mptv or Mcomm
course that is not a required course.
General Education ..................................................... 18 to 22
Each candidate for an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree
shall satisfactorily complete a minimum of 18 credits in General
Education.
Under the specified General Education headings below, the following
courses are required:
Suggested Course Sequence
(Full-Time Enrollment)
Please note: A student’s readiness to perform
college-level coursework is based on the student's
placement test and/or ACT scores. Below 1000 level
coursework may be required prior to the student
taking courses in the suggested sequences.
First Semester (15 credits)
 Mcomm 1100 (3)
 Mcomm 1105 (3)
 Mptv 1422 (3)
 Mptv 1220 (3)
 General Education (3)
Second Semester (18 credits)
 Mptv 1431 (3)
 Mptv 2422 (3)
 Mcomm 2100 (3)
 General Education (6)
 Program Elective (3)
Third Semester (15 credits)
 Mptv 1423 (3)
 Mptv 2231 (3)
 Mptv 2431 (3)
 General Education (3)
 Program Elective (3)
Fourth Semester (16 credits)
 Mptv 2233 (3)
 Mptv 2440 (3)
 General Education (6)
 Program Elective (4)
 Mptv Program Elective (3)
For more information:
If you are considering this program as an area of
study, please contact the Liberal Arts-Fine & Applied
Arts subdivision office at 630-942-2048.
Program web site:
http://www.cod.edu/programs/mptv/
Communication: 6 credits
Written: (3 credits) English 1101 or 1105
Oral: (3 credits) Speech 1100, 1120 or 1150
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Physical and Life Sciences: 3 to 5 credits
At least one course with a laboratory component
Mathematics: 3 to 5 credits
Select a minimum of 3 credits (1000 level or above).
Select Mathematics 1102, 1104 or 1120 only where required in the
degree program. Only one from the following three courses may
count toward overall degree requirement credit: Mathematics 1635,
Psychology 2280 or Sociology 2205. Only one of the following courses
may count toward overall degree credit: Mathematics 1428 or
Mathematics 1431.
Humanities and Fine Arts: 3 credits
Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits
Complete at least 2 credits from the list of courses in the
Global/Multicultural Studies or Contemporary Life Skills Category.
(Motion Picture Television 1011 in program requirements fulfills this
requirement)
TOTAL CREDITS FOR AAS DEGREE
64 to 68
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