Fall '08 WDIM Courses

WDIM101: Introduction to Interactive Media

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Tuesdays, 12:45pm - 4:30pm, Room 216
Instructor: Chapman, Dan

Course Description: History and evolution of interactive media and its relation to other media fields.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Discuss the current market for skills in the interactive industry
Recognize opportunities in the interactive industry
Review current interactive tools and technologies
Examine individual and collaborative discovery processes

Prerequisite: None

WDIM141: Web Graphics

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Wednesdays, 12:45pm - 4:30pm, Room 216
Instructor: Walker, Griffin

Course Description: Introduction to graphic software with emphasis on creating and optimizing images for the Web.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Define web graphic formats and identify their specific use on the web
Describe the process of creating web-specific graphics utilizing current graphic software
Create web site mockups with optimized web graphics

Prerequisite: Image Manipulation

WDIM261: Interactive Authoring

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Tuesdays, 6:00pm - 9:45pm, Room 216
Instructor: Kepple, Dru

Course Description: Scripting, storyboard, design and production of interactive web site using a web animation program. Emphasis on combining design and concept skills with technical applications and scripting.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Explore innovation and creativity with motion
Demonstrate effective integration between motion, text and graphics
Use motion to effectively communicate mood and brand qualities
Use basic scripting commands
Implement principles of optimization and performance
Successfully create a Flash-driven web site that uses animation and motion graphics to enhance the user experience

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Authoring

WDIM266: Web Scripting: XML

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Fridays, 8:00am - 11:45am, Room 216
Instructor: Wheeler, Tom

Course Description: Introduction to XML and its use in the industry. Emphasis on obtaining experience in using XML as a web scripting language.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Define XML and its function
Summarize the components of XML
Describe how XML impacts validation, processing, databases, programming communication, and display on the internet

Prerequisite: Web Scripting: JavaScript

WDIM268: Web Standards

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Thursdays, 6:00pm - 9:45pm, Room 216
Instructor: Spring, Roger

Course Description: Use of Web Standards and Web Accessibility for coding standards and separation of content from design. Emphasis on identifying cross-browser compatibility issues with Web Standards.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Define Web Standards
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of Web Standards
Define XHTML
Demonstrate XHTML coding practices
Articulate problems with cross-browser compatibility when using XHTML and how to solve them
Define Web Accessibility
Employ Web Accessibility

Prerequisite: Web Scripting: CSS

WDIM310: WDIM Internship

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Fridays, 4:30pm - 6:00pm, Room 263
Instructor: Stutz, Susan

Course Description: Off-campus supervised internship at an established business relating to field of study. Minimum of 90 hours required. Grading: Pass-No Pass only.

Prerequisite: Approval of the Academic Department Director

WDIM361: Server-Side Scripting I

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Mondays, 6:00pm - 9:45pm, Room 216
Instructor: Wooley, Peter

Course Description: Dynamic web pages through server-side scripting language. Emphasis on forms and content management.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Describe the advantages and disadvantages to using PHP as a server-side scripting language
Compose PHP scripts to create dynamic web pages
Test PHP code for errors
Develop working web forms with validation methods using PHP

Prerequisite: Web Scripting: JavaScript

WDIM377: Foundation Portfolio

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Tuesdays, 8:00am - 11:45am, Room 216
Instructor: Chapman, Dan

Course Description: Production of interactive portfolio reflecting current level of work. Emphasis on professional development, including job search skills.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Analyze self to identify strengths and weaknesses
Evaluate interactive career options based upon personal strengths
Create an online portfolio that reflects personal strengths towards desired interactive career path
Evaluate personal and professional skills as they relate to the interactive industry
Evaluate and appraise employer needs
Create a résumé for potential employment in the interactive industry

Prerequisite: 90 credits

WDIM417: Portfolio & Professional Development

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Wednesdays, 12:45pm - 4:30pm, Room 215
Instructor: Gronso, Dale

Course Description: Development of personal identity and professional skills. Emphasis on resume, copyright issues, and job search.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Design and implement a personal identity
Research copyright law and adhere to copyright laws as applicable to web designers/developers
Apply ethical guidelines to design work and business practices
Demonstrate networking skills, pricing competencies, and negotiation techniques
Use professional communication skills for presentations
Develop and refine resumes, cover letters and other self-marketing materials
Research and identify self-marketing strategies
Evaluate potential career paths

Prerequisite: Senior Standing

WDIM427: Digital Portfolio

Section: A
10/6/2008 - 12/20/2008
Tuesdays, 8:00am - 11:45am, Room 216
Instructor: Chapman, Dan

Course Description: Completion of final portfolio and appropriate supporting materials.

Course Objectives ("Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:"):

Analyze self to identify strengths and weaknesses
Evaluate interactive career options based upon personal strengths
Refine final portfolio pieces
Refine self-promotion pieces and presentation
Create a final online portfolio that reflects personal strengths towards desired interactive career path
Demonstrate portfolio presentation skills

Prerequisite: Portfolio & Professional Development