Course Descriptions
DGME130 (3)
Introduction to Digital Media
An introductory survey of the discipline of digital media. Students are introduced to electronic publishing, basic printing principles, sound digitizing, vector and raster graphics, interactive multimedia, image acquisition and output, web publishing and e-mail. Understanding the Macintosh computer is also covered.
DGME165 (4)
Principles of Print Production
A study of the publishing and screen graphics industries including prepress concepts, color science, digital printing, textile printing, digital image capture and color management. Also covers more traditional methods in design, layout, text and page composition, film assembly, imposition, and many different printing techniques to produce images on a substrate. Some business will be explored.
DGME175 (4)
Digital Imaging
A study of raster graphic fundamentals as they apply to scanned images. Emphasis on image manipulation, restoration, tonal enhancement, on-screen graphics, and image acquisition and output. Visual and procedural problems relating to digital imaging will be covered, along with techniques of aesthetic and efficient image enhancement.
DGME185 (3)
Desktop Publishing I
Students learn to produce publications on desktop computers, including: brochures, magazine covers, corporate stationery, book covers, etc. Course topics incorporate: effective page layout, basic color theory, monitor calibration, gray balance, tone compression, GCR and UCR, digital proofing, image acquisition, and final output. Applications of color theories and color separation are stressed.
DGME215 (2)
Digital Sound
An introduction to digital sound acquisition, manipulation and storage techniques. Students learn fundamentals of sound terminology, audio digitizing and nonlinear editing. Students will then apply this knowledge to various video, interactive and web applications.
DGME225 (4)
Digital Vector Graphics
A study of digital vector graphic imaging emphasizing graphic production for print, digital multimedia, and web publishing.
DGME250 (3)
Web Publishing I
Exploration of the design, storage, retrieval, and delivery of electronic information using text and graphic images. Emphasis on publishing via the Web, kiosks, HTML authoring, and digital formats. Effective organization and planning of data for delivery, efficient design, and ethics are examined.
DGME305 (3)
Desktop Publishing II
An advanced study of desktop publishing principles including: grid based layout, typographic application, layout techniques for printing and web publications, effective electronic file preparation, preflighting, and tips for consistent color reproduction.
DGME335 (4)
Web Animation
A course of study designed to develop the skills necessary for producing effective animation for the web.
DGME350 (4)
Web Publishing II
Advanced study of current web development technologies with emphasis in Java scripting, animation, site quality and efficiency. The class also stresses meeting customer needs, and new methods of web development.
GRPH345 (4)
Advanced Screen Graphics
An in-depth study on making process, simulated process, index and spot separations for screen printing. Other decorating methods will be explored such as transfers, foil, athletic numbering, glow-in-the-dark, puff and UV. Non-textile applications will also be explored such as decorating substrates like plastics (binders, CDs, etc.) and glass (simulated, etch, etc.) and many other substrates.
MDIA 194/494 (1-4)
Project Course/Independent Study
Development of a skill or independent study in a given area by working independently under the supervision of an instructor. Repeatable to 12 credits.
MDIA 390 (1-4)
Internship
On-the-job internship experience for students seeking industrial experience which cannot be simulated in a classroom setting. A range of 120-150 clock hours of work are required for each credit. Selected in consultation with the advisor.
MDIA275/485 (1-4)
Topics in: ____________
Repeatable in various areas.
MDIA495 (1-4)
Portfolio Development in: ____________
Helps students develop a traditional or digital portfolio for employment or continuing educational purposes. Emphasis in direction, development, and refinement of the individual portfolio. Repeatable to 4 credits.
Independent Study
Individual study or research under the direction of an instructor. Repeatable to 6 credits.
VDEO130 (2-3)
Introduction to Video
An introductory course in videography emphasizing the terminology, aesthetics, and methods of video production.
VDEO210 (3)
Digital Video Editing
An introductory class covering the fundamental techniques and concepts of nonlinear editing. Students explore the process of video editing from conceptualization to final output. Emphasis on sequencing and continuity, use of visual effects, color correction, audio editing, media management, narration and industry terminology.
VDEO320 (3)
Video Compositing
An introductory course covering the essential components in video compositing. Students learn how to create innovative visual effects and motion graphics for video. Emphasis on text animation, keyframing, masks, alpha channels, 3-D compositing, rendering, application integration, advanced visual and artistic effects.
VDEO340 (3)
Video Shooting
An advanced study in digital video, exploring professional level cameras, lighting, sound and other equipment necessary to make good video, aesthetic issues of creating visual and audio stories, and developing skills and knowledge beyond an introductory level.
VDEO360 (4)
3-D Imaging
A study of basic 3-D modeling principles and techniques. Students learn 3-D modeling terminology and how to create 3-dimensional models using polygonal, nurbs, and subdivision techniques. Students also learn basic lighting and surfacing.
VDEO370 (4)
3-D Animation
A study of 3-D animation techniques implementing key frame, forward and inverse kinematics, dynamics, lighting, paint effects, rendering and more.
VDEO390 (3)
DVD Authoring & Design
A course emphasizing production of interactive DVD-Video, DVD authoring, work flow, storyboarding, navigation, menu design, bit budgeting, video and audio encoding, DVD video navigational structures, web linking, proofing, pre-mastering, and recording to DVD-R.
VDEO465 (3)
Video Documentary
Study and application of documentary storytelling techniques. Students will explore the technical and creative use of digital video cameras in documentary filmmaking. Emphasis on interview techniques, story selection and structure.