The certificate in design technologies provides a fundamental understanding of information technology and digital media production. Students will create work that develops their digital design skillset, all while being prompted to critically analyze the impacts of technology on society.
This certificate equips the next generation of artists, designers and media producers with the necessary technical, theoretical and historical background to become critically aware users of design technology.
Requirements
Certificate Requirements
Students must have a 2.300 cumulative GPA to be admitted to the certificate in design technologies. The certificate consists of a four-course sequence (12 credit hours) and typically takes a minimum of two semesters to complete. A grade of C or higher is required for all certificate courses.
This certificate is available to students in any CU Boulder major or minor (except for students earning a Creative Technology & Design Bachelor of Science degree or Minor). It may also be earned in addition to the ATLAS User Experience certificate.
Required Courses and Credits
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ATLS 2000 | The Meaning of Information Technology | 3 |
| ATLS 2001 | Design Technologies: Toolkit | 3 |
| ATLS 2002 | Design Technologies: Process | 3 |
| ATLS Elective (Core, Focus, or CPT) | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |