CE Multimedia Arts – Berkeley City College

Courses Offered

Multimedia Arts Core

MMART 1 Design Thinking
MMART 3 Introduction to Digital Art
MMART 5A Introduction to Motion Graphics
MMART 5B Intermediate Motion Graphics
MMART 110 Scriptwriting and Storyboarding
MMART 122B From Movies to Multimedia
MMART 123 The Art of Documentary Film
MMART 197 Multimedia Career Preparation
MMART 505A Introduction to Motion Graphics

Animation and Game Design

MM/AN 1A Drawing for Animation
MM/AN 1B Storytelling in Animation
MM/AN 2 History of Animation
MM/AN 3A Introduction to 2D Animation
MM/AN 3B Intermediate 2D Animation
MM/AN 4 2D Digital Animation
MM/AN 10 2D Experimental Animation
MM/AN 19 Character Design and Model Construction
MM/AN 20A Introduction to 3D Animation
MM/AN 20B 3D Character Animation
MM/AN 21A Introduction to 3D Modeling
MM/AN 21B Intermediate 3D Modeling
MM/AN 22A 3D Layout and Lighting
MM/AN 22B Special Effects for Animation
MM/AN 23 3D Rigging
MM/AN 24 Performance Animation
MM/AN 25 Animation Production
MM/AN 40A Introduction to Game Design
MM/AN 40B Game Level Design
MM/AN 41A Introduction to Game Scripting
MM/AN 41B Video Game Development
MM/AN 44 Applications of Virtual and Augmented Reality
MM/AN 50 Career Preparation for Animation and Game Industries
MM/AN 55A Animation and Game Studio Practice
MM/AN 55B Animation and Game Studio Practice
MM/AN 510 Introduction to 3D Modeling
MM/AN 511 3D Character Animation
MM/AN 512 Game Level Design
MM/AN 550 Animation and Game Studio Practice

Digital Imaging

MM/DI 1A Introduction to Digital Illustration
MM/DI 1LA Introduction to Digital Illustration Lab
MM/DI 1B Intermediate Digital Illustration
MM/DI 1C Advanced Digital Illustration
MM/DI 2 Sketching Fundamentals for Design
MM/DI 3 Contemporary Color
MM/DI 3L Contemporary Color Lab
MM/DI 4 Introduction to Photoshop
MM/DI 4L Introduction to Photoshop Lab
MM/DI 11 Publication and Page Design
MM/DI 15A Introduction to 3D Motion Graphics
MM/DI 15B Intermediate 3D Motion Graphics
MM/DI 20A Introduction to Digital Photography
MM/DI 20LA Introduction to Digital Photography Lab
MM/DI 20B Intermediate Digital Photography
MM/DI 21 Digital Photography Studio
MM/DI 22 Analysis of Contemporary Photographers
MM/DI 23 Digital Printing for Photographers
MM/DI 25A Special Projects in Digital Photography I
MM/DI 25B Special Projects in Digital Photography II
MM/DI 31 Graphic Design Studio
MM/DI 33 Typography Design
MM/DI 40A Introduction to Digital Printmaking
MM/DI 40LA Introduction to Digital Printing Lab
MM/DI 40B Intermediate Digital Printing
MM/DI 40LB Intermediate Digital Printing Lab
MM/DI 45A Digital Printing Studio Practice I
MM/DI 45LA Digital Printing Studio Practice I Lab
MM/DI 45B Digital Printing Studio Practice II
MM/DI 45LB Digital Printing Studio Practice II Lab
MM/DI 46A Large Scale Print Studio Practice I
MM/DI 46LA Large Scale Print Studio Practice I Lab
MM/DI 46B Large Scale Print Studio Practice II
MM/DI 46LB Large Scale Print Studio Practice II Lab
MM/DI 55A Design Studio Practice
MM/DI 55B Design Studio Practice
MM/DI 504A Introduction to Digital Illustration
MM/DI 510 Photoshop
MM/DI 511 Photography
MM/DI 512 Digital Printing
MM/DI 515A Introduction to 3D Motion Graphics
MM/DI 520A Introduction to Digital Photography
MM/DI 520B Intermediate Digital Photography
MM/DI 550 Design Studio Practice

Mobile and Web Design

MM/MW 1A Introduction to Web Design
MM/MW 1LA Introduction to Web Design Lab
MM/MW 2 Fundamentals of Graphic Visualization
MM/MW 2L Fundamentals of Graphic Visualization Lab
MM/MW 4A Social Media Marketing and Data Analytics Lab
MM/MW 4LA Social Media Marketing and Data Analytics Lab
MMART 114 Data Design for Digital Media
MMART 114L Data Design for Digital Media Lab
MMART 162 Contemporary Scripting for Games, Mobile and Web
MMART 162L Contemporary Scripting for Games, Mobile and Web Lab
MMART 166 User Experience and Interface Design
MMART 166L User Experience and Interface Design Lab
MMART 167 Mobile and Cross-Platform Web Design
MMART 167L Mobile and Cross-Platform Web Design Lab
MMART 168 Online Games & Interactivity

Video Arts

MM/VI 1A Introduction to Narrative Scriptwriting
MM/VI 1B Intermediate Narrative Scriptwriting
MM/VI 5 The Art of Producing
MM/VI 9A Video Production I:Introduction to Video
MM/VI 9B Video Production II: Cinematography and Visual Storytelling
MM/VI 9C Video Production III: Directing and Producing
MM/VI 9D Video Production IV: Advanced Team Projects
MM/VI 15 Documentary Production and Editing
MM/VI 16 Social Media Storytelling

Media Arts Certificates and Degrees

Multimedia Arts Core

Multimedia Arts Core Certificate of Achievement
The Multimedia Arts Core Certificate of Achievement offers a foundation of multimedia techniques and theory and prepares students for further coursework and specialization in the strand of their choice.

Animation and Game Design

Animation and Game Design Associate in Arts Degree
Berkeley City College’s A.A. degree in Animation and Game Design prepares students for entry-level jobs in the game and animation fields and provides upgraded skills for those already employed in multimedia and game jobs. The program is interdisciplinary and focuses on developing artistic, animation, critical thinking and computer skills.

Animation Level I and Level II Certificates of Achievement
The Multimedia Arts Certificates of Achievement in Animation are available at Level I and Level II. The Animation Certificates of Achievement are a comprehensive study of 2D and 3D animation techniques, allowing students to choose from a range of 2D and 3D courses in order to prepare for an entry level position in the industry.

Game Design Level I and Level II Certificates of Achievement
The Game Design Level I Certificate of Achievement provides introductory technical training in game design and programming techniques, allowing students to prepare for positions in the industry such as pre-visualization and game testing. The Game Design Level II Certificate of Achievement provides comprehensive technical training in game design, prototyping, and programming techniques, allowing students to prepare for entry level positions in various fields of game, medical visualization and simulation industries as level designers, technical artists, and production assistants.

Motion Graphics Certificate of Achievement
The Certificate of Achievement will prepare students with key multimedia skills necessary for employment and enrichment. This certificate emphasizes motion graphics utilizing both 2D and 3D skills.

Character Design and 3D Modeling Certificate of Proficiency
The Multimedia Certificate of Proficiency in Character Design and 3D Modeling establishes the backbone of a career in 3D modeling and asset creation for animation, game, and simulation.

Introduction to Animation and Game Design Certificate of Completion
The Certificate of Completion in Animation and Game Design prepares students with animation, modeling, and level design skills.

Introduction to Motion Graphics Certificate of Completion
This certificate builds skills in motion graphics utilizing both 2D and 3D skills.

Digital Imaging

Digital Imaging Associate in Arts Degree
Berkeley City College’s A.A. degree in Digital Imaging prepares students for entry-level jobs in the photography, graphic design, illustration, imaging, and data visualization fields and provides upgraded skills for those already employed in multimedia and data design fields. The program is interdisciplinary and focuses on developing analytical, artistic, critical thinking, and computer skills.

Beginning Digital Photography Certificate of Achievement
The Multimedia Arts Certificate of Achievement will prepare students with key multimedia skills necessary for employment within the field of digital photography.

Digital Photography Certificate of Achievement
The Multimedia Arts Certificate of Achievement in Digital Photography emphasizes key photographic and multimedia skills necessary for employment and enrichment in the field of photography.

Digital Illustration Certificate of Achievement
The Multimedia Certificate of Achievement in Digital Imaging: Illustration prepares students with skills in image creation and visual storytelling as necessary for employment and enrichment.

Digital Printmaking Certificate of Achievement
The Multimedia Certificate of Achievement in Digital Imaging: Digital Printmaking prepares students with skills in image creation and manipulation as necessary for employment and enrichment.

Beginning Digital Photography Certificate of Completion
The Multimedia Arts Certificate of Completion will prepare students with key multimedia skills necessary for entry level employment within the field of digital photography.

Digital Imaging Certificate of Completion
The Certificate of Completion in Digital Imaging will provide students with multimedia skills necessary for employment in digital imaging.

Mobile and Web Design

Mobile and Web Design Associate in Arts Degree
A.A. Degree prepares people for entry-level jobs in the mobile and web design fields and provides upgraded skills for those already employed in multimedia, mobile and web related careers. The program is interdisciplinary and focuses on developing critical thinking, artistic and technical skills.

Mobile and Web Design Level I and Level II Certificates of Achievement
The Multimedia Arts Certificates of Achievement in Design are available at Level I and Level II. The Level I Certificate of Achievement in Mobile and Web provides foundational skills in mobile design, web design, UI/UX design, interactive design, aesthetic visualization, project collaboration, and server-side web management. It emphasizes team-building skills, integration with software platforms, interactive applications, modular design, mobile and web frameworks. If you wish to earn a certificate, you must participate in the Student Success.

Video Arts

Film, Television, and Electronic Media Associate in Science Degree for Transfer
The Multimedia Arts AS-T Degree in Film, Television, and Electronic Media offers a foundation in film theory, sound, and production. The program is interdisciplinary and focuses on developing critical thinking, artistic and technical skills for careers in film and media industries. Students who successfully complete the AS-T in Film, Television, and Electronic Media earn specific guarantees for transfer to the CSU system: admission to a CSU with junior status, and priority admission to their local CSU campus and to a program or major in multimedia art or a similar major.

Introduction to Social Media Certificate of Achievement
Berkeley City College’s Introduction to Social Media Certificate of Achievement prepares students for entry-level jobs with social media titles that require skills in copywriting, marketing, producing, and also provides upgraded skills for those already employed in multimedia or film-related jobs. The program focuses on developing artistic, critical thinking, basic marketing knowledge, equipment, and computer skills.

Social Media Storytelling Certificate of Achievement
Berkeley City College’s Social Media Storytelling Certificate of Achievement prepares students for entry-level jobs with social media titles that require skills in video production, sound or video editing, and photography and copywriting, and also provides upgraded skills for those already employed in multimedia or film related jobs. The program focuses on developing artistic, critical thinking, basic marketing knowledge, equipment and computer skills.

Video Arts Associate in Arts Degree
Berkeley City College’s A.A. Degree in Multimedia Arts—Video Arts prepares students for entry-level jobs in video production and editing fields, and provides upgraded skills for those already employed in multimedia or film related jobs. The program focuses on developing artistic, critical thinking, equipment and computer skills.

Video Arts Level I Certificate of Achievement
The Multimedia Arts Certificate of Achievement in Video Arts at Level I provides technical training in professional video production and use of equipment, as well as post-production practices and software, with an emphasis on establishing effective communication skills in a highly collaborative industry.

Video Arts Level II: Editing & Post Production Certificate of Achievement
The Video Arts Level II: Editing and Post Production Certificate of Achievement provides theory and practice of industry standards for film aesthetics and time-based media design; video and audio acquisition, effects, deliverables output, and project and media management.

Meet the Faculty

NAME	EMAIL	CURRENT COURCES
Mary Clarke-Miller, MMART Department Co-Chair	mclarkemiller@peralta.edu	MMART 5A, 114, 505A, MM/AN 20A, 22A, 25, 55A, 55B, 550, MM/DI 1A, 3, 4, 20A, 45A, 550
George Peterson, MMART Department Co-Chair	gpeterson@peralta.edu	MM/VI 24A
Bijan Yashar	byashar@peralta.edu	MM/DI 20B, 23, 520B
Christopher Carter	ccarter@peralta.edu	MM/AN 20B, 24, 511
Christopher Platz	cplatz@peralta.edu	MMART 170, MM/AN 19, 44
Dennis Spencer	dennisspencer@peralta.edu	MMART 110
Dru Kim	dkim@peralta.edu	MM/DI 1A, 504A
Hannah Chauvet	hchauvet@peralta.edu	MM/VI 20B
Hemil Patel	hpatel@peralta.edu	MMART 162, 167, 168, 171 MM/MW 4
Joanna Ruckman	jruckman@peralta.edu	MM/DI 1B, 45, 512
Joshua Dickinson	jddickinson@peralta.edu	MMART 162, 166, 167, 168 MM/MW 2, 4
Justin Hoffman	jhoffman@peralta.edu	MMART 166, 167, 170, 171 MM/MW 1A, 2
Mark Frey	mfrey@peralta.edu	MMART 3
Matthew Silverberg	msilverberg@peralta.edu	MMART 114, MM/DI 4, 510
Michel Bohbot	mbohbot@peralta.edu	MMART 3, MM/DI 15A, 15B, 515A
Pamela Stalker	pstalker@peralta.edu	MM/AN 1A, 1B, 2, 3A, 3B, 4
Patrick Kenney	pkenney@peralta.edu	MM/DI 2, 11, 33
Philip Campbell	pcampbell@peralta.edu	MMART 1, MM/AN 40A, 40B, 41B, 512
Rachel Simpson	rsimpson@peralta.edu	MMART 197 MM/VI 20A, 20B, 20C, 20D, 24A, 24B
Raheleh Zomorodinia	rzomorodinia@peralta.edu	MMART 114, MM/DI 1A, 3, 4, 20A, 45A, 550
Rebecca Wolff	rwolff@peralta.edu	MMART 110, 122B MM/VI 1A
Richard O’Connell	roconnell@peralta.edu	MMART 122B, 123 MM/VI 5
Svetlana Greenberg	sgreenberg@peralta.edu	MM/MW 4A, MM/VI 16
Tressa Pack	tpack@peralta.edu	MM/DI 20A, 520A
Tyrone Schieszler	tschieszler@peralta.edu	MM/AN 21A, 21B, 510

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