This certificate provides students with a broad-based foundation in media arts. It includes core classes in the areas of digital imaging, graphic design, web design, and video and media production. It is designed for students seeking stronger digital literacy and media design skills for their current or future jobs. It also allows students to gain broad exposure to the varying disciplines within media arts while taking a sequence of courses that counts toward the certificate of achievement and associate degree programs offered by the department. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with digital media production tools and design techniques.