The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Animation provides instruction for creating animation, 3D modeling, and special effects for applications such as animated shorts, movies, and games. Fundamental digital drawing skills, design concepts, and the development of entertainment media assets will be covered. Courses in digital art assets and animation design will give students an employment advantage in the ever-growing entertainment and gaming industries. Depending on individual choices and talents, students who complete the Animation program should be prepared for employment as an animator, a game art creator, a 3D visual artist, and/or a special effects computer graphics artist.

(Major Code 2630; CIP Code 10.0304)

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Program Learning Outcomes

Johnson County Community College (JCCC) is committed to offering high-quality affordable programs that focus on developing knowledge and skills conducive to life-long learning. Both the General Education Student Learning Outcomes and Institutional Learning Outcomes convey JCCC's approach to programmatic outcomes. Additionally, students who successfully complete the Animation, AAS from JCCC will be able to:

  • Demonstrate strong foundational skills in 2D and 3D Animation.
  • Identify, research, analyze, and synthesize design solutions.
  • Exhibit technical and software skills as well as the ability to incorporate concepts into studio practices.
  • Graduate with practical skills and knowledge that align with current industry demands, enabling immediate and competitive abilities for entry-level positions in Animation and related industries.
  • Demonstrate mastery of digital and analog craft and techniques.
  • Exhibit career preparedness and a professional body of work.