Film, Television and Electronic Media, A.S.-T

An A.S.-T in Film, Television and Electronic Media for Transfer will fulfill the requirements for students to transfer to a CSU institution as a Film, Television and Electronic Media major. The courses in the A.S.-T in Film, Television and Electronic Media for Transfer provide students with an ability to solve quantitative problems and think critically in regards to major concepts in video and audio theories, including television broadcasting, radio broadcasting, studio recording, video camera technology and application, microphone technology and application, pre and post production applications, communications, and principles in acting for film and television.

This Associate in Science in Film, Television and Electronic Media for Transfer degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. A student completing this degree is guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not a particular campus or major. Students should meet with a counselor to develop an educational plan and receive university admission and transfer requirements.

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Transfer degrees require a minimum of 60 semester CSU or UC transferable units with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA. Additionally, transfer degrees also require the completion of Cal-GETC general education. Please note that some courses are only transferable to a CSU, and this is noted in the program map. To transfer to a UC, students must complete at least 60 UC transferable units.

  • Starting in Spring? Choose Fall Semester 1 courses.   
  • Are you a part-time student?  Start Fall Semester 1 courses and follow the course sequence.

Cal-GETC

Plan of Study Grid
Fall Semester 1Units
ENGL-C1000 Academic Reading and Writing 3
CSCR-100 College Success and Career Readiness 3
COMM-C1000 Introduction to Public Speaking 3
AUD-180/DIG-190 Video Production I 3
COMM-111 Introduction to Mass Communication (formerly COMM-110) 3
 Units15
Spring Semester 1
AUD-140
Introduction to Audio Recording (CSU only)
or Fundamentals of Acting
3
DIG-592 Studio Production & Livestreaming (formerly DIG-191) (CSU only) 3
ENGL-111 Introduction to Media Writing 3
MATH-105 College Algebra 4
POLS-C1000 American Government and Politics 3
 Units16
Fall Semester 2
ENGL-C1001 Critical Thinking and Writing 3
AUD/MUS-143 Pro Tools 101 (formerly Computer Audio Editing) (CSU only) 3
PS/ETHS-103
Ethnic Politics in America
or Black History in the American Context
or Latinx/Chicanx Literature
or Multiethnic Literature (formerly ENGL-280)
or Introduction to Chicana/o/x Studies
3
ANTH-101 Biological Anthropology 3
ANTH-111 Biological Anthropology Lab 1
THA-137
Introduction to World Cinema
or Introduction to Theater
3
 Units16
Spring Semester 2
AUD-141 Studio Recording (CSU only) 3
ENVS-101 Environmental Science 3
SPAN-101
Elementary Spanish I
or Elementary French I
or American Sign Language I
4
HIST-111
U.S. History to 1877
or U.S. History Since 1865
3
THA-136 Cultural History of American Motion Pictures 3
 Units16
 Total Units63

Language Other Than English (LOTE):
This is a graduation requirement for UC campuses but not for admission. You can fulfill LOTE by completing two years of the same foreign language in high school with a grade of C or better in the final semester; by completing one semester of a foreign language at a college, or by demonstrating proficiency with a grade of C or better in ASL-100, FREN-101, or SPAN-101. Languages other than English for Native Speakers are also acceptable for this requirement. Review individual campus information and requirements here: https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/counselors/uc-graduation-requirements/ 
Some CSU campuses may also require language proficiency for graduation, and more than one semester may be necessary. 
At MSJC, LOTE courses count as electives. For personalized guidance, please consult your MSJC Counselor.

CSU - U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals:
This is a graduation requirement for CSU campuses but not for admission. Although not a Cal-GETC requirement, MSJC may certify completion of the CSU graduation requirement in U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals with POLS-1000/1000H and HIST-111/111H or HIST-112/112H. Courses used to meet this requirement may also be used to satisfy Cal-GETC Subject Area 4 requirements.

High School Students:
Students are encouraged to take courses during the summer before the Fall semester begins, specifically for students majoring in STEM. 

Work Based Learning:
Sign up for a special project or internship opportunity to gain valuable work experience and earn credits. For more information, email AWBL@msjc.edu or call 951-639-5352.

Course Title Credits
Required Core Courses
JOUR/COMM-111Introduction to Mass Communication3
ENGL-111Introduction to Media Writing3
List A: Select One from Each Area
Area 1 Audio
Select one of the following:3
Studio Recording
Area 2 Video or Film Production
Select one of the following:3
Video Production I
Studio Production & Livestreaming (formerly DIG-191)
List B: Select one
Select any course from List A not used above or the following:3
Video Production I
Survey of Communication Studies
Public Relations
Introduction to Theater
Honors Introduction to Theater
Introduction to Film
Cultural History of American Motion Pictures
Introduction to World Cinema
Honors Introduction to World Cinema
List C: Select one
Select any course from List B not used above or the following:3
Work Experience Education: Audio and Video Technology
Work Experience Education: Digital Media
Total Units18
Course Title Credits
Units for Major18
Cal-GETC Pattern34
Possible double counting: 3 units
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 units)

Total Units for A.S.-T Degree: 60 units

The overall requirements for this Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) can be met by:

  • Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer.
  • Completion of Cal-GETC requirements.
  • Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
  • Completion of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

ADTs also require that students earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is acceptable if pass is defined as a grade of C or better. ADTs are intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. A student completing an ADT is guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not a particular campus or major. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop a comprehensive educational plan to further understand university and transfer requirements.

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