Summer '09 WDIM Courses

WDIM101: Introduction to Interactive Media

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
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Instructor: Staff

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

WDIM161: Web Scripting: CSS

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
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Instructor: Staff

Course Description: Web site design using Cascading Style Sheets and strategies for effective web design.

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

Describe the basic philosophy behind the use of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Apply CSS to XHTML elements of a web page
Demonstrate how CSS formating can be applied to create sophisticated layouts
Use a standards-based approach to allow for high-cross browser compatibility
Demonstrate the process from digital mock-up to styled CSS web page
Discuss the balance of aethetics and usability on the web

Prerequisite: Internet Concepts

WDIM221: Web Authoring

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
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Instructor: Staff

Course Description: Introduction to web authoring tools. Emphasis on web site development process, building designs from digital mockups, web site testing, speed and efficiency.

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

Describe the inner workings of a web site
Demonstrate the ability of setting up a web site
Plan, design and create web sites
Illustrate the process of web site development
Demonstrate time-saving practices utilizing web authoring tools

Prerequisite: Internet Concepts and Web Graphics

WDIM241: User Interface Design

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

Course Description: Development of web interfaces that address and solve user needs. Emphasis on design concepts and processes.

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

Develop individualized User-Centered Design (UCD) philosophy and methodology inspired by conventional industry practices, emerging technologies and personal style
Create a User Experience (UX) tied to persona development that effectively addresses and prioritizes business goals
Design and produce an interactive project that will be tested, analyzed, and evaluated

Prerequisite: Web Graphics

WDIM261: Interactive Authoring

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

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
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

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
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

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
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
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Instructor: Staff

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

WDIM313: Web Programming

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
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Instructor: Staff

Course Description: Object-oriented web applications. Emphasis on developing an application to be executed on multiple platforms.

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

Define terminology involved with database design and management
Analyze an organization's needs and design relational table structures to meet these needs
Construct QBE and SQL queries to pull the appropriate data from tables
Describe the relational model and create entity-relationship diagrams
Prepare normalization strategies
Create and manage databases

Prerequisite: Web Scripting: JavaScript

WDIM341: e-Commerce

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

Course Description: Business and technology aspects of e-Commerce. Emphasis on the production of an e-Commerce web site.

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

Develop a site plan for a working e-commerce site
Identify and define security issues pertaining to e-commerce site development
Explore current online payment methods
Describe e-Commerce revenue models
Discuss how to plan for an e-commerce business
Create a functioning web shopping cart

Prerequisite: Senior Standing

WDIM351: Rapid Web Development

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

Course Description: Development of project estimation skills. Employment of techniques to improve speed, efficiency, file management, and accuracy when creating web sites.

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

Evaluate file management of a web site
Develop template pages at a rapid pace
Compute project estimates accurately as individuals and as part of a team
Employ rapid development techniques to meet short deadlines

Prerequisite: Foundation Portfolio

WDIM366: Server-Side Scripting II

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
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Instructor: Staff

Course Description: Advanced server-side scripting skills. Emphasis on alternate server-side scripting languages.

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

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

Prerequisite: Server-Side Scripting I

WDIM377: Foundation Portfolio

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
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Instructor: Staff

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

WDIM411: Production Team

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

Course Description: Interdisciplinary team collaboration. Design and development of a solution that fulfills a need for a real client.

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

Identify hard and soft assets available prior to beginning a project
Apply technical skills in a team environment
Analyze client needs and develop an interactive solution to address client needs
Combine diverse knowledge bases and team member personalities for a common goal
Identify and apply inter-group communication skills

Client:

TBA ()

Prerequisite: Senior Standing

WDIM417: Portfolio & Professional Development

Section: A
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

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
7/13/2009 - 9/26/2009
__________, __:__ - __:__, Room ___
Instructor: Staff

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