Associates Degree Digital Imaging Technology
Type: Associates in Applied Science
College: Technology
Career Pathway: Arts and Communications, Engineering/Manufacturing and Industrial Technology
Offered through the School of Design and Manufacturing, the Digital and Imaging Technology associates degree program addresses small business management, job planning, estimating, and marketing. Embracing the rapidly changing business environment, the Ferris digital imaging technology degree program prepares the future printing technician for the rigors of changing technology and printing processes. Today's printing technology major must be knowledgeable about all traditional printing methods as well as new advancements in digital printing, and digital graphics technology to remain competitive. Ferris students prepared themselves with an college associates degree in digital imaging technology.
Nearly one-third of the nearly three-quarters of a million people employed by the printing technology industry are over age 55. That means excellent opportunities are available to printing technology majors who love to solve problems and work in a fast-paced environment on some of the most technologically advanced digital printing systems in the world. Many career opportunities and pathways are available to college graduates with an associates degree in printing technology.
AAS degree in digital imaging technology provides many employment oppurtunities including:
Printing Technology Sales
Digital Printing Marketing
Accounting for Graphic Imaging Systems
Printing Technology Information Systems
Digital Printing Production Management.
More than 80 percent of the digital printing technology companies in the United States employ less than 50 employees. This allows graduates of Ferris State University's Digital Imaging Technology degree program excellent opportunities to stay close to the printing technology, people and business operations involved in digital graphics printing technology. While most Digital Imaging Technology graduates continue their studies by gaining a bachelor of science degree in either Printing Management or New Media Printing and Publishing from Ferris, those who don't will find many great job opportunities in the printing industry with an average starting hourly wage of $12.00.
Admission to the College of Technology is open to high school graduates who demonstrate academic preparedness, maturity and seriousness of purpose with backgrounds appropriate to their chosen program of studies. Among first-time students in our technical programs, the average high school GPA is 2.8, and the average ACT composite score is 20.
Students wanting to enroll in any of the programs in the Printing and Imaging Technology Management Department at Ferris may begin in either fall or winter semester. Applicants must be serious-minded students who have completed high school or other college courses with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Students with the highest ACT scores are admitted first.
Digital Imaging Technology at Ferris terminates with an associate in applied science degree but leads to a bachelor of science degree in Printing Management or New Media Printing and Publishing. Graduation requires a minimum 2.0 GPA in core classes, in the major and overall. Students must complete all general education requirements as outlined on the General Education website.
Printing and Imaging Technology Management
Ferris State University
915 Campus Drive/SWN 312
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Phone: 231-591-2845
Email printingandnewmedia@ferris.edu
About Ferris State University: College classes, including our college printing classes, classes and printing technology degree courses, are taught at all levels by professional teachers, not graduate assistants. College students that major in Graphic Imaging Technology at Ferris State University, study in more than 170 different college educational programs - including doctorate degrees, masters degrees, bachelors degree and associate degree programs.
Seven of the Ferris State Michigan colleges are based in Big Rapids, Michigan - Allied Health Sciences, Arts and Sciences, College of Business, Education and Human Services, Optometry, Pharmacy and Technology. The Ferris State College of Professional and Technological studies, and Kendall College of Art and Design are based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. College courses in Printing Engineering Technology are sometimes offered at several Michigan College campus sites through the Ferris State University College of Professional and Technological Studies.
Ferris State University offers a wide variety of scholarships and financial aid. A majority of our students receive financial aid assistance. We encourage you to explore this website for more information on available scholarships and financial aid opportunities at Ferris State University. Ferris State provides all enrolled students access to a variety of academic skill-building opportunities that will assist them in their pursuit of academic excellence in a format that accommodates various learning preferences and schedules. At FSU students experience small classes with individual attention in 170 career-oriented majors leading to job placement for our graduates. FSU students also enjoy 220 student organizations for fun in a relaxed, hometown setting in the heart of Michigan's recreation area.
The group presentation, by one of our admissions recruiters, includes information on academic offerings, scholarships, housing, student life, and costs. A question and answer period follows the presentation and includes a few surprises! Lunch is provided at one of our well known dining facilities on campus. After lunch, guests may take part in a walking tour of campus led by one of our exceptional student guides. The walking tour takes approximately 1 hour.
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Ferris State University Mission Statement
Ferris State University prepares students for successful careers, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Through its many partnerships and its career-oriented, broad-based education, Ferris serves our rapidly changing global economy and society.
Ferris State University is the recognized leader in integrative education, where theory meets practice throughout the curriculum, and where multi-disciplinary skills important in a global economy are developed with the result that Ferris State University will also be the preferred choice for Associates Degrees and college students who seek specialized, innovative, career and life-enhancing education. FSU is the premier educational partner for government, communities, agencies, businesses, and industries through applied research and joint ventures. Ferris State offers a stimulating, student-centered academic environment that fosters life-long engagement, leadership, citizenship, and continuing intellectual development.
A Ferris State Associate's Degree contributes to the advancement of society by building partnerships with students, alumni, business and industry, government bodies, accrediting agencies, and the communities the University serves. By providing a Michigan college campus which is supportive, safe, and welcoming, Ferris State embraces a diversity of ideas, beliefs, and cultures. Ferris State recognizes the inherent dignity of each member of the University community and treats everyone with respect. FSU is committed to innovation and creativity, Ferris State strives to produce the highest quality outcomes in all its endeavors. Ferris State University values college education that is career-oriented, balances theory and practice, develops critical thinking, emphasizes active learning, and fosters responsibility and the desire for the lifelong pursuit of knowledge. FSU keeps a focus on developing career skills and knowledge, providing opportunities for civic engagement, leadership development, advancement, and success.
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Campus Locations
Through our regional college campus locations across lower Michigan, Ferris State University and The University College of Professional and Technological Studies in Traverse City are here to serve your educational needs.
Tel: 800 4-FERRIS