Media and Extended Realities Certificate

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

This program is not currently accepting new students. Please visit https://www.yc.edu/mxr for more information.

The Media and Extended Realities Certificate offers students a comprehensive curriculum focused on digital design, extended realities (XR) development, and 3D modeling. Students will learn about architecture, lighting, sound design, hardware components for XR, 3D visualization software, and will culminate their studies with an experiential capstone project. This program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the field of digital design and extended realities.

Credit Hours Required: 33

∞Note: This program can be completed entirely online.

Program Requirements (33 credits)

• 
  ART 130 - Web Design Credits: 3


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  ART 233 - User Experience Design Credits: 3


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  CSC 105 - Introduction to Programming Credits: 3


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  CSC 125 - Programming: C# Fundamentals Credits: 3


• 
  MET 200 - SolidWorks for Non-Engineers Credits: 3


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  or EGR 180 - CAD (Computer Aided-Drawing) with SolidWorks Credits: 3

  
  


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  MXR 110 - Digital Environmental Design Credits: 3


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  MXR 210 - Programming for Extended Realities Credits: 3


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  MXR 220 - 3D Simulation and Visualization Credits: 3


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  MXR 230 - Advanced XR Projects Credits: 3


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  VGD 151 - 3D Modeling and Animation Credits: 3


• 
  VGD 180 - Game Theory and Design Principles Credits: 3

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Media and Extended Realities Certificate program, the learner will be able to:

1. Create immersive environments using fundamental architectural principles including temporal and narrative pacing, and lighting and sound design.


2. Deploy extended reality (XR) applications using industry-standard platforms and devices.


3. Craft a comprehensive user experience.


4. Create 3D models and assets for use in digital experiences.


5. Utilize industry-standard 3D visualization software.​


6. Develop collaboration skills.


7. Develop extended reality (XR) project management skills.

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