PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Dive into the world of media at Ozarks Tech! Our program trains you for entry-level jobs in the fast-changing media industry. As media goes digital, you need skills that keep up with new technology. You will learn production skills across different audio-visual mediums, like:
- Digital video production
- Editing
- Multi-track audio
- 3-D animation
- Radio production
Our experienced instructors focus on hands-on lab work, so you will learn by doing. Plus, you can complete an internship with a real industry employer before you graduate. Start your journey in media production today!
Program Contact
Kat Allie
Fine Arts & Humanities
Department Chair
417-447-8977
Accreditations and Outcomes
Accreditation
OTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our current accreditation status with the HLC is displayed on the page linked below. Our next comprehensive evaluation will be in 2030-2031. View more information on OTC accreditation.
Program Outcomes
Admissions
Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.
Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.
Transfer Information
At Ozarks Tech, we want your transfer process to be easy. We accomplish this goal through articulation agreements. These agreements are an official partnership to match coursework between schools. This gives you a more seamless transition from Ozarks Tech to a four-year institution.
We have established an agreement for this program. This will simplify the transfer of your credits to partner schools. To understand how this degree will transfer, review the current articulation agreements. Be sure to consult with your transfer school to ensure you’re on the right path toward completing your four-year degree.
PROGRAM OPTIONS
CREDENTIAL TYPE |
PROGRAM |
FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO: |
LENGTH OF PROGRAM |
COST* |
---|---|---|---|---|
Associate of Applied Science |
Electronic Media Production |
|
62 credit hours |
$12,195.00* |
Certificate of Achievement |
Electronic Media Production |
|
32 credit hours |
$6,408.00* |
Short-Term Training |
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PROGRAM DETAILS
Clicking on the options below will provide overview information, course sequences (when applicable), and specific course descriptions. To see a full catalog of all the offerings at OTC, visit catalog.otc.edu.
Electronic Media Production (A.A.S.)
Electronic Media Production (A.A.S.)
Program Description
A.A.S. Degree: 62 Hours
The Electronic Media Production program is designed to meet the changing needs of the audio-visual industry in a digital format. Students will learn a variety of contemporary production skills. Emphasis is on a hands-on laboratory environment in digital video production and editing, multi-track audio production, 3-D animation and radio production. Students may complete an internship with industry prior to earning an A.A.S. degree.
Electronic Media Production Program Requirements - 44 Credit Hours
- EMP-102 Intro Electronic Media Prod
- EMP-110 Sound Design
- EMP-115 Studio Television Production
- EMP-117 Video Systems
- EMP-127 Audio Engineering
- EMP-208 Digital Video Production
- EMP-210 Event Photography
- EMP-216 3-D Animation
- EMP-250 Digital Special Effects
- EMP-263 Production and Directing Television
- EMP-290 Co-Operative Ed/Internship
or Related Elective
- TEC-285 Occupational Seminar
- Related Elective Credits: 2
Related Electives - EMP 100, EMP 101, EMP 103, EMP 104 or may choose courses from the following program areas: BUS, CIS, DDT, GDT, NET
General Education Requirements - 18 Credit Hours
The Missouri Department of Higher Education has identified a common set of general education courses that have been adopted statewide. These courses are called the "CORE 42." CORE 42 courses are guaranteed to transfer to any Missouri public college or university to satisfy general education requirements.
Courses in knowledge areas below, designated with the CORE 42 logo indicates courses in that area have been evaluated and provided a MOTR number for transfer to all Missouri public institutions of higher education.
Courses that do not have this designation may still transfer to public and private colleges and universities in Missouri and elsewhere, but students are encouraged to check the transfer equivalency website of the institution to which they plan to transfer to confirm.
Please refer to the MDHE Core Transfer Curriculum for detailed information on CORE 42 courses.
Mathematical Sciences - 3 Credit Hours
- TEC-108 Applied Technical Mathematics
- MTH-110 Intermediate Algebra
- MTH-128 Contemporary Mathematics
- MTH-128S Cont Mathematics with Support
- MTH-129 Introductory Statistics
- MTH-130 Algebra for Calculus
- MTH-130S Algebra for Calculus With Support
- MTH-131 Trigonometry
- MTH-138 Pre-Calculus Mathematics
- MTH-140 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
- MTH-141 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II
- MTH-210 Statistical Methods
- MTH-215 Algebraic Structures
- MTH-230 Linear Algebra
- MTH-240 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III
- MTH-241 Differential Equations
Written Communications - 3 Credit Hours
Oral Communications - 3 Credit Hours
Natural Sciences - 3 Credit Hours
- TES-140 Technical Physics
- BCS-115 Essentials in Human Biology
- BCS-132 Health Sciences Nutrition
- BCS-165 Human Anatomy
- BCS-210 Pathophysiology
- BIO-100 Life Science
- BIO-105 Environmental Science
- BIO-135 Nutrition for Living
- BIO-142 Essential Biology
- BIO-160 General Biology I
- CHM-101 Introductory Chemistry
- CHM 160 General Chemistry I Credits: 4
- PHY-105 Introduction to Physics
- PHY-110 Introduction to Geology
- PHY-115 Introduction to Astronomy
- PHY-120 General Physics I
- PHY-220 Physics Engrs & Scientists I
Social and Behavioral Sciences - 6 Credit Hours (include at least one Civics course, PLS 101 or HST 120 or HST 130)
- ANT-101 Introduction to Anthropology
- ANT-220 Cultural Anthropology
- COM-150 Intro Mass Communication
- CRM-210 Intro to Criminal Justice
- CRM-230 Introduction to Criminology
- ECO-270 Principles of Macroeconomics
- ECO-275 Principles of Microeconomics
- GRY-101 World Geography
- HST-105 Ancient and Medieval World History
- HST-106 Modern World History
- HST-120 U.S. History I: to 1865
- HST-130 U.S. History II: 1865-Present
- PLS-101 American Government and Politics
- PLS-201 International Relations
- PSY-110 Introduction to Psychology
- PSY-130 Life Span Development Psychology
- SOC-101 Introduction to Sociology
- SOC-210 Urban Sociology
- SOC-215 Deconstructing Social Problems
Electronic Media Production Certificate
Electronic Media Production Certificate
Program Description
Certificate: 32 Hours
The Electronic Media Production program is designed to meet the changing needs of the audio-visual industry in a digital format. Students will learn a variety of contemporary production skills. Emphasis is on a hands-on laboratory environment in digital video production and editing, multi-track audio production, computer-based game design, 3-D animation and radio production. Students may complete an internship with industry prior to earning an A.A.S. degree.
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*Notices and Disclaimers
*Costs displayed are based on current tuition and fee rates for the program’s required credit hours, as approved by the OTC Board of Trustees, and are subject to change without notice. Estimates reflect both in-district and out-of-district residency rates. Actual costs, degree completion time, and credit requirements may vary based on residency, prior credits, elective courses, program updates, and enrollment factors. For additional information on attendance costs, visit Cost of Attendance, tuition and fees or contact us at 417-447-6900.
**Graduation rates vary by individual. For details on program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates, visit Student Outcomes / Student Right-to-Know. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.