Digital Media, AAS

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My Academic Plan (MAP) - Digital Media
Degree: Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology (Non Transferable)
Major Code: 0355-09
Advising: Kara Arnold: (870) 391-3315, karnold@northark.edu
Advising Center: M184 South Campus (870) 391-3115

This MAP serves as a guideline to graduate in 4 semesters. The Key Milestones/Prerequisites listed for each semester highlight significant achievements that must be completed in the degree track. Students who do not follow the four semester plan and/or who do not complete identified milestones may jeopardize their financial aid (if applicable) and/or delay graduation. Please refer to the Northark catalog or advisor for any changes or modifications which may have occurred after the publication of this document.

Program Application Required: No

Academic Preparedness

Northark recognizes the important connection between student success and academic preparedness. Students may be required to complete one or more of the following courses before enrolling in the MAP sequence of courses. Summer and/or intercession courses may be required to graduate within 4 semesters. Developmental course credits earned do not count towards degree completion requirements.

Information Technology

The AAS in Information Technology is designed for the student who desires a two-year degree program providing current skills leading to employment in the field of Information Technology. Due to the broad range of careers available in this field, the degree has two areas of specialization (emphases) to accommodate most students’ needs: (1) Digital Media, and (2) Network/Systems Administration Technology. Additionally, specific course requirements may be modified to accommodate student career goals with written approval of the Department Chair/Dean. All options emphasize development of the skills necessary to apply current technology toward solution of today’s business problems. More detailed descriptions of each area of specialization follow.

Digital Media Emphasis

The Digital Media Emphasis prepares students for careers in digital media, including print and web formats. The program combines strong technical preparation in current graphical software applications with courses that enhance the student’s creative talents. Digital Media Internship (CIS 2313 ) is available for students interested in improving their technical skills and making contacts within the industry.

Developmental Education Courses

CP 0816 - Introduction to Language Credits: 6
CP 0912 - College Reading Credits: 2
CP 0913 - Fundamentals of Language Credits: 3
CP 0923 - Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning Credits: 3
CP 0933 - Foundations of Algebra III Credits: 3

Semester 1

CIS 1113 - Introduction to Digital Media Credits: 3
ART 1103 - Basic Design I (Two Dimensional) Credits: 3
CIS 1103 - Introduction to Information Technology Credits: 3
BA 1103 - Business Mathematics Credits: 3
ART 1003 - Art Appreciation Credits: 3

Total Credits: 15

Semester 2

ART 1303 - Photography I Credits: 3
CIS 2713 - Web Design I (HTML) Credits: 3
CIS 2863 - Image Editing (Adobe Photoshop) Credits: 3
CIS 2303 - Computer Illustration Credits: 3
MM 1003 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 3

Total Credits: 15

Semester 3

ENGL 1013 - English Composition I Credits: 3
CIS 2243 - Desktop Publishing (Adobe InDesign) Credits: 3
CIS 2543 - Introduction to Project Management Credits: 3
CIS 2833 - Web Design II (Dreamweaver) Credits: 3
ECON 2313 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: 3 or
ECON 2323 - Principles of Microeconomics Credits: 3

Total Credits: 15

Semester 4

CIS 2313 - Digital Media Internship Credits: 3
BA 2103 - Business Communications Credits: 3
Elective (choose from list below) Credits: 3 *
MM 1303 - Human Relations Credits: 3
ENGL 1023 - English Composition II Credits: 3 or
ENGL 1033 - Technical Report Writing Credits: 3

Total Credits: 15

Grand Total Credits: 60

*Electives can be chosen from the following prefixes: ART, BA, CIS, ECON, MM