Program Description

The Entertainment Technology certificate will provide students with a solid foundation for further study and employment in the growing field of entertainment, which encompasses live events, video games, film/TV/radio, and more. Students will learn the foundations of multi-track session recording and video production and editing as well as Mastering/Restoration techniques.

Also, students will gain the requisite training and skills using industry-standard equipment and software. Emphasis will be placed on the use and application of DAW & MIDI (Cubase & Adobe Audition), and film editing systems (Adobe Premiere).

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:

• Apply the fundamentals of audio engineering and digital imaging and video editing for the field of entertainment technology;
• Discuss ethical issues and social responsibilities related to the field of entertainment technology;
• Communicate, both orally and in writing, the history of entertainment technology;
• Utilize critical thinking and current entertainment technology tools and software to execute productions in the field;
• Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental process and sequence involved in the entertainment technology field, using a variety of information literacy techniques.

After Union County College

Graduates of the Entertainment Technology certificate program can enter crew and entry-level positions that support entertainment events for a variety of organizations. Graduates can also continue their studies in the Media Option offered through the Communications, A.A. program at Union County College.

Important information about the educational debt, earnings, and completion rates of students who attended this program can be found at https://www.ucc.edu/administration/institutional-research/excellence-and-accountability/gainful-employment-program-disclosures/

Recommended Sequence

Milestone Courses