Associate of Science in
Associate of Science in Film, Television, and Electronic Media for Transfer Mt. San Antonio College
Introduction
Upon successful completion of Associate in Science in Mt. San Antonio College’s Film, Television, and Electronic Media for Transfer degree requirements, the student will have demonstrated an understanding of coursework and foundational training in all stages of television and film production, including the historical, business and legal underpinnings of the industry; writing for the screen; visual and aural aesthetics; live and pre-recorded television and film production techniques; and post-production aesthetics and techniques.
To earn an Associate in Science degree in Film, Television, and Electronic Media for Transfer degree a student must complete 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the CSU that consist of IGETC pattern or CSU GE breadth and a major of at least 18 units. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework to receive an associate degree for transfer and all courses in the major must be completed with a C or better. Students earning an associate degree for transfer will not be required to complete any other local graduation requirements.
Curriculum
Required Courses
Select 2 courses from the following: 6
- R-TV 01 Introduction to Electronic Media
- R-TV 14 Media Aesthetics
- R-TV 28 Introduction to Writing for Electronic Media
List A: Select one from each area
Area 1: Audio Production 3
- R-TV 11A Beginning Radio Production
- R-TV 29 Introduction to Audio Production for Film and Television
Area 2: Video or Film Production 3
- R-TV 19A Beginning Video Production
List B: Select one course 3
- R-TV 02 On-Air Personality Development
- R-TV 24 American Film History
- R-TV 25 World Cinema
List C: Select one course 3
- R-TV 18 Introduction to Screenwriting
- R-TV 22 Editing for Film and Television
Total Units 18
Career Opportunities
This degree can prepare students for careers in film, television, advertising, and other electronic media as writers, directors, production crew, editors, postproduction crew, and producers. This coursework will satisfy the lower division requirements at California State University and students who are guaranteed admission with junior status to the CSU system will be granted in Radio-TV-Film, Film and Electronic Arts, Television Production, Film Production, Cinema, Screenwriting and Producing.