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Fall
2007


Objectives:
 This is an introductory course in multimedia production with the following objectives:

1.       To introduce you to the basic elements and tools used to create various types of multimedia productions including the digital manipulation of text, color, images, sound, and animations

2.       To provide you with an overview of the different types of multimedia applications including Desktop Publishing-, Internet-, PowerPoint-, and CD-, DVD-, and video-game-based productions

3.       To help you to develop effective critical-analysis skills as you explore the uses and effects of various multimedia applications as a tool for communication

You will learn how to use a variety of application software to create and incorporate the different elements of digital media production, including the use of text, graphics, sound, animation, and video. You will learn how to digitize and manipulate images, sound, and video materials as a part of the multimedia creation process including the production of web sites, multimedia presentations, and the creation of CDs & DVDs. Due to its importance as a conduit for communication, a major focus is aimed at assisting you to develop critical-analysis skills to gauge the effectiveness of design elements used in various multimedia environments. A part of this discovery effort will involve probing the uses of interactivity in the design process as a means to construct effective messages in a multimedia environment.


Required Readings:

The Non-Designer’s Web Book, 3rd Ed. by Robin Williams & John Tollett
40 Digital Photography Techniques, 3rd Ed. by John Kim
            


Course Policies:

  • It is expected that all students enrolled in this class support the letter and the spirit of the Academic Honesty Policy as stated in the college catalog.
  • NOTE: There is a mandatory lab fee of $25 for media materials/lab maintenance for this course.
  • Attendance is required. More than 2 absences will result in a 5% grade drop for EACH additional absence. 
  • A grade of B or better in this course is required for any website/multimedia-based internships.
  • Assignments are due when scheduled.
  • Note: Projects in this course require the use of a specific type of flash drive. This drive will be available for a small fee and all specified projects for this course must be turned in with the use of this drive. Failure to use the specified flash drive will result in an automatic 25% deduction for the project
  • Late assignments will result in a 25% deduction per day for the assignment. Makeups will only be allowed under extenuating circumstances (requiring notification to the Dean of Students Office).
  • Required readings provide the necessary background for assignment completion. Chapter  comprehension will be monitored through class participation and chapter quizzes.
  • Testing will include chapter quizzes, in-class workshops, a midterm, and a comprehensive final.
  • Project completion requires the use and familiarity of a variety of software and hardware. Access to this equipment will be made available in both the general computer labs and in the Audio Lab at Yokum. It is the student's responsibility to coordinate their lab access time in order to deliver their projects on time. 
  • Note: Some projects may entail team-based participation & grading. Only students actively involved in team-based activities earn the right to receive a grade.

 

Grading:
Projects 30%
Chapter Quizzes 27%
Challenge Assignments 20%
Midterm & Final Exams 23%

 

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