|
|
|
Apr 11, 2026
|
|
Montgomery College 2026-2027 Catalog
Animation AFA: 903
|
|
 Return to: Alphabetical List of Curricula
: 903
THIS PROGRAM IS PENDING APPROVAL FOR ENROLLMENT.
The Animation A.F.A. is an art and animation intensive program where students will develop essential skills in both 2D and 3D animation through a combination of studio and digital art courses, with two-thirds of credits in art and animation and one-third in General Education. The curriculum provides a foundation in studio art as well as specialized courses in animation. The Animation A.F.A. prepares students for transfer to a four-year B.A. or B.F.A. program. Montgomery College is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
The Animation A.F.A .is a designated statewide program. The Maryland Higher Education Commission designates some community college programs as statewide programs. A student may enroll in any of these programs at the same rates as in-county residents if the program is not offered by their local community college or if the student cannot enroll due to an enrollment limit. For more information on statewide programs, please see Curricula Information .
Students selecting this program should consult with program faculty advisor early in the program.
|
General Education Course Selections
Click here to view the Foundation/Distribution Courses for selection to fulfill the General Education course requirements. Suggested Course Sequence
Students should complete the required English and Math foundation courses within the first 24 credit hours. A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review the Program Advising Guide and consult an advisor. Total Credit Hours: 60
* ENGL 101 /ENGL 011 , if needed for ENGL 102 , or program elective. Please consult a program advisor or transfer institution for assistance with course selection. ** Please choose from the list of program electives: ARTT 202 , ARTT 221 , ARTT 225 , ARTT 285 , GDES 134 , GDES 210 . † The Humanities distribution language course and an additional art history elective are recommended to help transfer students progress faster at UMBC. Students are required to have an intermediate level language at UMBC. Program Outline / Degree Requirements
General Education Requirements
General Education Elective
Total Credit Hours: 60
* ENGL 101 /ENGL 011 , if needed for ENGL 102 , or program elective. Please consult a program advisor or transfer institution for assistance with course selection. ** Please choose from the list of program electives: ARTT 102 , ARTT 221 , ARTT 225 , ARTT 285 , GDES 134 , GDES 210 . † The Humanities distribution language course and an additional art history elective are recommended to help transfer students progress faster at UMBC. Students are required to have an intermediate level language at UMBC. Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to: - Utilize foundational skills and demonstrate competency in a range of art media and techniques.
- Demonstrate visual problem-solving capacity.
- Develop and employ skills necessary to proficiently apply the principles of animation in both 2D and 3D animation.
- Employ professional and effective workflows for creating both 2D and 3D animation.
- Analyze and discuss student-produced animation through structured peer review.
- Develop a portfolio representative of learned animations skills and techniques.
|
Return to: Alphabetical List of Curricula
|
|
|
