This program is an introduction to the study and creation of multimedia - text, vector and bitmap graphics, image manipulation, animation, video, and sound - using a variety of software tools. Students will learn both the aesthetic and technical aspects of multimedia design and production. Development, production, presentation, and the business behind these processes are thoroughly explored for both print and electronic media.

Working individually as well as part of a team, students will produce both printable and digital materials, including CD, DVD, video and web-based media. Students will use software programs such as CorelDraw, Corel Photo-Paint, Corel Rave, Macromedia Flash, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and other video production authoring tools.

Upon successful completion of this certificate program, graduates may be accepted into the second year of Canadore College’s three-year graphic design program.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Grade 12 English (C, M, U)

Or equivalent.

Or mature student status (an applicant who does not have a high school diploma or equivalent, and will have reached the age of 19 years on or before the start of the program). Mature students must undergo academic testing prior to admission into a program. Call the Admissions Office at 705-235-7222 for more details.

Note: Academic prerequisites for this program may be obtained free of charge through Academic Upgrading. Refer to the Post-Secondary Preparation section in this calendar for more details.

Program of Studies

Semester I
CM1903-A Communications I
IN1073 Digital Imaging
IN1083 Graphics Applications I
IN1193 Drawing I
IN1323 Introduction to MAC
IN3173 Web Design I

Semester II
CM2903-A Communications II
IN2065 Audio & Video Production
IN2093 Graphics Applications II
IN2324 Introduction to Typography
IN2193 Drawing II
IN4044 Web Design II

For program information:
Dan Nadeau
Program Coordinator
705-567-9291 ext. 702
nadeaud@northern.on.ca