Interactive Media, AABVT

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The Visual Media Technology Program offers practical and theoretical instruction for students interested in the print and multimedia industries. As electronic media in business and industry continues to grow, so will employment opportunities within these fields. Creative talents are exercised through extensive hands-on computer laboratory experiences and supplemented with theoretical lectures. The Visual Media Technology program offers two majors in the degree program: Interactive Media and Print Media. After successful completion of the Associate of Applied Business in Visual Media Technology, students may continue their education at BGSU Firelands by pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Technology with a major in Visual Communication Technology. This degree is granted through the College of Technology.

The Interactive Media major allows students the opportunity to study a number of different types of media, including multimedia and web design, digital imaging, photography, and video editing. The Interactive Media major embraces traditional aspects of communication such as written and visual communication while at the same time providing instruction in the implementation of new media technologies. Career opportunities for graduates include job titles such as imaging specialist, multimedia/web designer, interactive digital designer/specialist, graphic designer, videographer, photographer, and project manager.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates from the program will possess the following knowledge and skills:

Demonstrate critical-thinking skills as they relate to solving visual problems;
Conceptualize and implement a visual solution in several media modes;
Demonstrate operational level skill ability in each of the visual media areas of VCT;
Research and produce an organized written rationale for using a specific medium to solve a specific visual problem;
Apply knowledge of industrial applications to visual communication related technologies;
Demonstrate the ability to critically assess how technology is affecting contemporary industrial practices and culture;
Demonstrate a specific media area of specialization.

General Requirements

Students are responsible for adhering to all college and university requirements and policies as stated in the BGSU Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites shown below are for reference only.

Communication

WRIT 1120 is required. Based on placement scores, WRIT 1010 and/or WRIT 1110 may also be required.

Mathematics & Computer Science

BG Perspectives Curriculum

Each student must complete one course in each of the following areas: Social and Behavioral Sciences (S or SI) (ECON 2000 or higher is required), Humanities & Arts (H or HI) (e.g. ART 1010 ) and Natural Sciences (N) (e.g. CHEM 1000 or CHEM 1090 ). Course choices should be made from the list of approved courses in the BG Perspective Curriculum listed in the BGSU Undergraduate Catalog.

ECON 2000 - Introduction to Economics (or higher) (S or SI)
BGP Elective (H or HI) Contact Hours: 3
BGP Elective (N) Contact Hours: 3

Technical Core

Interactive Media Major

Business Electives

Students must select a minimum of 9 hours from the following courses:

Other Courses

(not required for program completion) Students may wish to consider several electives that may enhance their academic preparation:

Consult your advisor and the BGSU Undergraduate Catalog for details.

Note:

Each student must complete a sufficient number of electives to earn a minimum of 62 semester hours. At least 15 credit hours must be BGSU courses. Please check with your advisor for appropriate course selections.