Digital Media and Animation, AAS

The Digital Media and Animation, AAS program at MCC provides you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities for entry-level positions in multimedia production. The program focuses on all aspects of work in the field, including graphics and animation design, design and production of multimedia campaigns, and the use of technology to create objects in motion. You will develop the workflow and industry-standard practices from conception to production. You will also gain specialty knowledge like Special Effects and Animation, Digital Art, Graphic Design, or Fine Arts to work in an innovative and evolving career field.

Hear what Digital Media students have to say

The best times I ever had during my college life was no doubt at MCC—from the great classes, technology and opportunities provided…to the awesome instructors who are full of personality and you can really work one-on-one with. Years later, I still think about the fun times I had there and use the skills I developed there on a near daily basis.

- Derek Berggren

Contact (815) 479-7556 with specific questions about this program.

(in-district) Total Amount: $9,635.25

Credit Hours to Complete: 61

Weeks to Complete: 64


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Sample Semester 1 16 Credit Hours

    COURSE LIST Course Ids: ENG-105#3 hrs,GRA-167#3 hrs,CDM-110#3 hrs,GRA-100#3 hrs,WEB-105#3 hrs,MCC-101#1 hr

Sample Semester 2 15 Credit Hours

    COURSE LIST Course Ids: SPE-151#3 hrs,PRG-105#3 hrs,DGM-107#3 hrs,GRA-123#3 hrs,Select a Program Elective#3 hrs

Sample Semester 3 15 Credit Hours

    COURSE LIST Course Ids: Select a Math or Physical or Life Science Course#3 hrs,DGM-265#3 hrs,GRA-125#3 hrs,Select a Program Elective#3 hrs,Select a Program Elective#3 hrs

Sample Semester 4 15 Credit Hours

    COURSE LIST Course Ids: Select a General Education Course#3 hrs,WEB-175#3 hrs,DGM-275#3 hrs,Select a Program Elective#3 hrs,Select a Program Elective#3 hrs

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What you need to know about getting your Digital Media and Animation, AAS (CIP 10.0304)

Total Digital Media and Animation, AAS Costs
Cost in-district out-of-district out-of-state international
Tuition $7,411.5 $23,984.59 $31,369.86 $31,369.86
Additional Costs $2,223.75 $2,223.75 $2,223.75 $2,223.75
Program Total $9,635.25 $26,208.34 $33,593.61 $33,593.61

How will MCC's Digital Media and Animation, AAS program prepare me for my career or connect me to opportunities?

Gain on-the-job experience while still in school through an internship.

What have graduates gone on to do?

Many of our graduates transfer to four-year institutions. Those who earned four-year degrees have worked in game development and film production. Some students have gone directly to work, typically for smaller companies developing web applications. Some of our graduates have gone on to become game testers.

  • Mission

    The mission of McHenry County College’s Digital Media and Animation, AAS Program is to develop students who are skilled in analyzing business needs, managing resources, and implementing digital solutions. MCC students shall be distinguishable by their critical thinking, effective communication, professionalism, and technical competency. Students will use current and contemporary practices to demonstrate mastery in the Program Learning Outcomes.

  • Program Learning Objectives
    1. Analyze business web development needs and develop digital solutions for those needs.
    2. Select technologies appropriate to implement for business needs.
    3. Demonstrate proficiency in a variety of current digital tools.
    4. Select appropriate resources based upon legal guidelines for licensing and fair use.
    5. Integrate multiple technologies into a comprehensive business solution.
    6. Implement effective project management to handle deadlines, communication, and budgets.

    Degree: Digital Media and Animation, AAS

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Semesters to complete assumes students are taking a full-time credit load of 12 credits per semester (the minimum required for federal financial aid).

Proportion of students completing in normal time is the percentage of completers who earned the credential within the specified time of their first enrollment at the College.

Students attending part-time or changing their program of study are two common reasons why they may not complete in "normal" time.

Tuition and fees are set by the Board of Trustees. Prices for books and supplies are subject to change.

See additional information about international student costs.