Video & Motion Graphics
Bachelor of Science
B.S. in Video and Motion Graphics (VMG) with a Concentration in Visual Effects
Wilmington University's VMG Visual Effects concentration will allow students to explore introductory and advanced visual effects design aesthetic, motion tracking, 3D composition, and live action integration.
Course Requirements
General Studies Core (39 credits)
ART 210 Basic Design
BCS 210 Computer Science
COM 300 
Communication Theory
ECO 105 Fundamentals of Economics
ENG 121 English Composition I
ENG 122 English Composition II
HIS 230 History of Art and Design
HUM 360 Human World Views: 3500 BCE–1650 AD
or
HUM 361 Human World Views: 1650 AD–Present
MAT 205 Introductory Survey of Mathematics
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
PHI 100 Introduction to Critical Thinking
SCI Any Natural Science Elective
VMG 313 Aesthetics of Film
Video and Motion Graphics Core (45 credits)
COM 310 Legal Aspects of Communication
DSN 210 Digital Image Manipulation
DSN 220 Concept Development
VMG 100 Camera & Cinematography Techniques
VMG 101 Introduction to Audio
VMG 102 The Production Process
VMG 200 Advanced Camera & Cinematography Techniques
VMG 201 Fundamentals of Motion Graphics
VMG 202 Advanced Audio Recording Techniques
VMG 222 Story Design Methods
VMG 301 Lighting for Production 1
VMG 302 Lighting for Production 2
VMG 400 On Location Production Techniques
VMG 402 Studio Production Techniques
VMG 422 Non-Linear Editing
Visual Effects (VFX)Track (36 credits)
VFX 110 Digital Filmmaking for Visual Effects
VFX 200 Introduction to Compositing for Visual Effects
VFX 300 Advanced Compositing Workshop
VFX 310 Digital Matte Painting and Set Extensions
VFX 400 Match-moving and Roto-scoping
VFX 420 Visual Effects Workshop
VMG 321 Introduction to 3D
VMG 322 3D Modeling Techniques
VMG 323 3D Texture, Rendering and Lighting Techniques
VMG 490 Internship
Free Electives (6 credits)
This information applies to students who enter this degree program during the 2018-2019 Academic Year. If you entered this degree program before the Fall 2018 semester, please refer to the academic catalog for the year you began your degree program.