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Film, Television and Electronic Media AS-T Degree - Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum, Univ of Cal or Cal State Univ

This program provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements of the California State University (CSU) or Univ. of California (UC) for transfer to baccalaureate degree programs in film, television, and electronic media.  Students with this degree will receive priority admission to the CSU system with junior status.  This AS degree comprises lower-division coursework typically required by CSU institutions.  

Total Units:
59-61

First Year

Semester 1

15-16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
RTVF 300 1 Z
Mass Media and Society
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
IGETC Area 4
RTVF 312 Z
Beginning Radio Production
3
F, S
IGETC Area 1A-English Composition Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1A
IGETC Area 2-Math & Quantitative Reasoning Z
3-4
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 2
IGETC Area 1C-Oral Communication Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1C
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Also listed as JOUR 310.

Semester 2

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
RTVF 306 Z
Introduction to Media Aesthetics and Cinematic Arts
3
Advisory: Eligible for ENGWR 300
S
RTVF 330
Beginning Single Camera Production or
3
F, S
RTVF 331
Beginning Television Studio Production
3
F, S
IGETC Area 1B-Critical Thinking Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1B
IGETC Area 3A-Arts Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3A
IGETC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Sciences 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 4
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 A total of 6 units from 2 disciplines is required to meet IGETC Area 4.

Year 2

Semester 3

14-15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
RTVF 350
Intermediate Film / Digital Cinema Production
3
RTVF 330
F
IGETC Area7-Ethnic Studies Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 7
IGETC Area 5A-Physical Sciences Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5A
IGETC Area 5C-Biol/Phys Sci Lab Z
1-2
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5C
IGETC Area 3B-Humanites Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3B
Any Transferable Elective 1
1
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Units required are determined by the number of units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Semester 4

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
RTVF 315 Z
Voice and Diction for Broadcasting or
3
S
RTVF 360 Z
Introduction to Motion Graphics: Adobe After Effects or
3
F, S
RTVF 362 Z
Digital Non-Linear Video Editing
3
F, S
IGETC Area 5B-Biological Sciences Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5B
IGETC Area 3A-Arts or 3B-Humanities Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3A or 3B
Any Transferable Elective 1
3
F, S, Su
Any Transferable Elective 1
3
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available (P) = partially online

1 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Career Options/Outlook:

Producers plan and coordinate various aspects of radio, television, stage or motion picture production, such as selecting script, coordinating writing, directing, and edition, and arranging financing.  Typical tasks may include writing and editing news stories from information collected by reporters and other sources; coordinating the activities of writers, directors, managers, and other personnel throughout the production process; reviewing film, recordings, or rehearsals to ensure conformance to production and broadcast standards.  Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Animation Producer, Associate Producer, Executive Producer, News Producer, Newscast Producer, Producer, Promotions Producer, Radio Producer, Television News Producer, Television Producer (TV Producer)

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

5,520

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

19% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$79,000/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this program map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published May 18, 2023

Counselor Contact: Mike Chappell  | Faculty Contact: Lauren Wagner

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