Film, Television, and Electronic Media AS-T Degree
The Associate in Science in Film, Television and Electronic Media for Transfer, also called the Film, Television & Electronic Media AS-T Degree, will prepare students for careers in the dynamic fields of film, television, and electronic media production, as well as transfer to a California State University (CSU) to complete a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Students earning this degree gain essential skills in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, video editing, and sound design. The curriculum emphasizes storytelling, critical thinking, and technical proficiency, empowering students to succeed in creative and technical roles such as producers, directors, camera operators, editors, and writers.
The program provides a strong foundation in media theory and hands-on experience with professional-grade production tools and techniques. It fosters collaboration, creativity, and ethical communication, preparing graduates to navigate the evolving media landscape with professionalism and adaptability.
The AA-T in Film, Television, and Electronic Media requires the completion of 60 CSU-transferable units, including the CSU General Education Breadth (GE) or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) requirements and 18-19 units in the major, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of “C” or better (or “P” if taken on a Pass/No Pass basis).
Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, though not to a specific campus or major. For additional details on transfer and admission requirements, students are encouraged to consult with a counselor to develop an educational plan tailored to their academic and career goals.
Learning Outcomes
Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in foundational skills and techniques for creating media content tailored to diverse audiences across multiple platforms, utilizing proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, and storytelling structures that align with industry standards such as Associated Press (AP) style.
- Critically analyze the essential role of media in a democratic society, with a focus on the First Amendment, the evolution of media history, and emerging trends shaping the industry today.
- Apply personal and professional ethical standards in media creation while adhering to media laws and best practices, particularly in journalism and content production.
- Prepare for seamless transfer to a university or four-year college with a major in journalism, public relations, or related fields, equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in academic and professional environments.
Program Requirements
| Course Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (6 units) | ||
| FILM 001 | Introduction to Film | 3 |
| MC 001 | Introduction to Mass Media | 3 |
| List A - (6 units) | ||
| RTV 007 | Introduction to Podcasting/Radio Production | 3 |
| FILM 002A | Film Production I: Basic Film Production | 3 |
| or RTV 016 | Television Field Production | |
| or RTV 017 | Television Studio Production | |
| List B (3-4 units) | ||
| Select one course from the following: | ||
| Any course from List A not already used | ||
| ARTH 010 | Understanding Art | 3 |
| ENG 002 | Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking through Literature | 4 |
| J 003A | News Reporting & Writing | 3 |
| List C (3 units) | ||
| Select one course from the following: | ||
| Any courses from List B not already used | ||
| FILM 002B | Film Production II: Advanced Film Production | 3 |
| FILM 003 | Screenwriting | 3 |
| FILM 004 | Cinematography | 3 |
| FILM 021 | Contemporary World Film | 3 |
| FILM 022 | American Film to the 1960s | 3 |
| FILM 023 | Contemporary American Film | 3 |
| RTV 005 | Broadcast Writing | 3 |
| Required Subtotal | 18-19 | |
| Cal-GETC 1 | 34 | |
| Transfer Electives - as needed to reach 60 transferable units 2 | ||
| DEGREE TOTAL | 60 | |
- 1
Units for the major may be double counted for Cal-GETC, confer with a Counselor
- 2
Elective units to reach 60 unit total must be CSU transferable, confer with a Counselor.
