Computer Information Systems: Video Game Design and Animation

The Computer Information and Animation College Certificate is designed to provide a solid foundation in the fundamental skills that are generally required to meet the needs of the video game design, animation and programming field.

What Do Video Game Designers and Animators Do?

Multimedia artists and animators create animation and visual effects for television, movies, video games, and other media. They create two- and three- dimensional models and animation.

Where Do They Work?

Although most multimedia artists are self-employed, some work for the motion picture and video industry. They may need to work long hours, especially when deadlines are approaching.

Job Outlook

The employment of special effects artists and animators is projected to grow by 5% from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. On average, about 6,700 job openings are expected each year, mainly due to the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or retire. The demand for video game design and animation professionals is expected to remain strong as industries like gaming, virtual reality, and digital media expand.

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34

credits required to complete a Video Game Design and Animation Certificate

$99,060

median annual wage for multimedia artists and animators as of May 2023

Where is Video Game and Animation Design offered?

The Video Game and Animation Design program is offered at our Ted Scott campus. You can also take courses in computer information systems-related fields across our campuses.

As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.

Recommended course sequencing

Computer Information Systems: Video Game Design and Animation, CERT

Semester 1 Total: 13 Credits

4 Credit(s)
3 Credit(s)
3 Credit(s)
3 Credit(s)

Semester 2 Total: 11 Credits

3 Credit(s)
4 Credit(s)
4 Credit(s)

Semester 3 Total: 10 Credits

4 Credit(s)
4 Credit(s)
2 Credit(s)

CIS: VGD Certificate Total: 34 Credits

Note: The total hours of the certificate may not include prerequisites.

Computer Information Systems: Video Game Assistant, ACERT

Semester 1 Total: 7 Credits

4 Credit(s)
3 Credit(s)

Semester 2 Total: 7 Credits

3 Credit(s)
4 Credit(s)

ACERT Total: 14 Credits

Computer Information Systems: Video Game Design-Virtual Reality, ACERT

Semester 1 Total: 13 Credits

4 Credit(s)
3 Credit(s)
3 Credit(s)
3 Credit(s)

Computer Information Systems: Video Game Design-Virtual Reality ACERT Program Total: 13 Credits

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