Campus Overview
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo is a state university with a private college atmosphere that offers small class sizes, a low faculty-to-student ratio and opportunities for research and hands-on learning.
Established in 1947 when UH Manoa begins the Hilo program. In 1970, they were approved to become a baccalaureate serving institution.
As public university, the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo has a unique position in the State—and country—by offering a rigorous and engaging curriculum at an affordable tuition rate. The admission requirements are moderately selective, allowing above-average students the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a small school experience.
UH Hilo is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
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UH HiloDigital Media Art Certificate
Prerequisites
N/A
Core Requirements
ART Foundations (9 credits):
- ART 112 Introduction to Digital Media (3)
- ART 121 FP Studio: Beg Drawing (3)
- ART 123 FP Studio: 2-D Design (3)
Intermediate Courses – Select two of the following courses (6 credits):
- CS 140 Multimedia Programming (3)
- CS 150 Intro To Computer Science I (3)
- CS 172 Python for Data Analysis (3)
- CS 200 Web Technology I (3)
- CS 201 Web Technology II (3)
- ART 215 Printmaking: Intaglio (3)
Art History – Select one of the following courses (3 credits):
- ART 370 Art of the 20th Century (3)
- ART 392 New Media Art Seminar (3)
Studio Art – Select two of following courses (6 credits):
- ART 301 Digital Video and Installation (3)
- ART 308 Creative Digital Photography (3)
- ART 312 3D Modeling & Virtual Reality (3)
- ART 475 Data Visualization (3)
- ART 475L Data Visualization Lab (1)
Total credit hours required for the Digital Media Art Certificate: 24 credit hours
Electives
N/A
Program Overview
The Digital Media Art Certificate can be completed as part of the Art Major for the Bachelor of Arts Degree, or it can be a stand-alone certificate for students not majoring in art. The Digital Media Certificate requires foundations classes in drawing and 2D design, contemporary art history, and a selection of upper level studio classes with digital media focus.
Notes:
- Minimum GPA for all certificate courses is 2.0 (C)
- Minimum acceptable grade for all certificate courses is C
Contact an Advisor
Jonathon “Jon” E. Goebel
Chair and Associate Professor, Art
Jodilyn K. Kunimoto
Senior Advisor
Digital Visualization & Communication Certificate
Prerequisites
Can be completed as part of the Art Major for the Bachelor of Arts Degree
Core Requirements
Total Required Credits: 18
Choose one of: (3)
- CS 130 Beg Graphics, Game Programg (3)
- CS 135 Animation Programming (3)
- CS 200 Web Technology I (3)
Choose one of: (3)
- ART 112 Introduction to Digital Media (3)
- CS 150 Intro To Computer Science I (3)
Choose one of: (3)
- ART 121 FP Studio: Beg Drawing (3)
- ART 123 FP Studio: 2-D Design (3)
Choose one of: (3)
- ART 207 Photography Studio I (3)
- CS 340 Graphical User Interfaces (3)
Capstone Course- Choose one of: (3)
- ART 475 Data Visualization (3)
- CS 475 Data Visualization (3)
- NSCI 475 Data Visualization (3)
Electives
Choose one of: (3)
- ENG 285 Introduction to Media Writing (3)
- ENG 286A Intro to Fiction Writing (3)
- ENG 286B Intro to Poetry Writing (3)
- ENG 201 Global Cinema (3)
- ENG 200G Intro Graphic Novels & Comics (3)
- ENG 318 Playwriting (3)
Program Overview
This certificate offers a pathway for students in the areas of digital visualization and communication with an interdisciplinary influence. The certificate provides a diverse structural study with practical skills in visual reasoning, digital imaging, communication, team collaboration, and creatively interpreting analytical data.
The Digital Visualization and Communication Certificate is designed for both majors and non-majors who wish to show expertise in the areas of digital arts and visualizing data. Prerequisites must be completed before registering for individual courses in the certificate.
Contact an Advisor
Jonathon “Jon” E. Goebel
Chair and Associate Professor, Art
Jodilyn K. Kunimoto
Senior Advisor
