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Web Design & Interactive Media

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1	WDIM101 Introduction to Interactive Media History and evolution of interactive media and its relation to other fields.	LDCS LD Computer Science Elective	ART101 Principles of Visual Communication Introduction to universal elements and principles common to all visual forms. Focus on strategies for controlling visual space and achieving successful communication in 2-D forms. Examination of a broad range of design and art from a variety of cultures. Emphasis on language and conceptual skills.	ART131 Drawing Perceptual and conceptual drawing skills. Emphasis on line, texture, volume, proportion, and perspective. Observational skills and handling of drawing media. Drawing as a means of communication in contemporary, historic, and cultural contexts. This course may be challenged.	ICOR101 Seminar: Design Inquiry Social, cultural, and traditional beliefs that underlie the creative process. Exploration of cultural agents in the design community and the community at large. Critical thinking and collaborative skills, along with transmission of design information.
2	CS114 Logical Thought & Programming History, development and principles of logical thought. Manifestation and utilization in computer programming languages. Software/Language(s): Python	MA136 Image Manipulation Fundamentals of image manipulation in a raster-based environment. Emphasis on tools, color management, scanning, filters, layering, masking, and channels for design, animation, textures, and compositing. Software/Language(s): Photoshop	ART102 Color Theory Interaction and application of color in a variety of fine and applied art contexts. Emphasis on organizational control of color systems, value keys, pigment mixing, and expressive properties of hue, value, and intensity. Examination of the properties and characteristics of light. Historical introduction to color in aesthetic movements throughout history and in a variety of cultures. Prerequisites ART101	MTH104 College Mathematics Study of the basic concepts of mathematics. Algebraic equations and story problems, quadratic equations and systems of equations, graphs, basic geometry, ratios, and proportions. This course may be challenged.	WR121 English Composition Critical reading, critical thinking, and organizational skills as applied to writing. Analysis and discussion of texts related to fundamental social, cultural, and/or artistic topics. This course may be challenged.
3	CS105 Internet Concepts History, development, ethical and legal issues, and the inter-workings of the Internet. Emphasis on the use of HTML for creating basic web sites complete with graphics, text, aand links. Software/Language(s): HTML	WDIM141 Web Graphics Introduction to graphic software with emphasis on creating and optimizing images for the Web. Software/Language(s): Photoshop, Illustrator Prerequisites MA136	BA241 Principles of Marketing Introduction to marketing. Emphasis on identifying and meeting business opportunities and objectives through marketing mix.	PSY204 General Psychology Scientific study of behavior and experience, reviewing biological, social and dynamic bases for behavior; motivation and emotion; learning theory and perception.	WR125 Argumentation & Research Research process and methods. Relationships among claim, support, assumptions, and logic problems emphasized as integral to the composition of an effective research paper. Prerequisites WR121
4	WDIM161 Web Scripting: CSS Web site design using Cascading Style Sheets and strategies for effective web design. Software/Language(s): CSS Prerequisites CS105	WDIM221 Web Authoring Introduction to web authoring tools. Emphasis on web site development process, building designs from digital mockups, web site testing, speed and efficiency. Software/Language(s): Dreamweaver Prerequisites CS105 MA136 WDIM141	WDIM241 User Interface Design Development of web interfaces that address and solve user needs. Emphasis on design concepts and processes. Prerequisites MA136 WDIM141	GD123 Typography I Fundamentals of typographic history, vocabulary, style, form, and application. Readability, legibility, and hierarchy are explored with attention to both display and text applications. Software/Language(s): Illustrator Prerequisites MA136 WDIM141	WR126 Writing & The Literary Arts Topical studies in literature. Emphasis on: literature as an art form; techniques of reading and literary analysis. Topics for each section of the course will vary. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
5	WDIM262 Web Scripting: JavaScript Introduction to JavaScript and its use in a variety of tasks utilizing the Document Object Model built into web browsers. Software/Language(s): JavaScript Prerequisites CS105 WDIM161	WDIM253 Web Design & Layout Layout concepts and design styles for web sites. Emphasis on element placement, site goals, and usability. Prerequisites CS105 WDIM161	WDIM121 Fundamentals of Authoring Interactive multimedia projects including digital images, text, sound, video, and animation. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites MA136	LDTE LD Technical Elective	LDSS/SC Soc/Nat Sci Elect
5				LDTE LD Technical Elective	MTH116 Alg & Trig Foundation in algebra and trigonometry. Prerequisites MTH104
6	GD242 Typography II Type design and expression are expanded upon and the broad issues of typographical "voice" and the communicative "personality" of letterforms are stressed. Software/Language(s): Illustrator Prerequisites GD123 WDIM141 MA136	WDIM268 Web Standards 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. Software/Language(s): CSS Prerequisites WDIM161 CS105	WDIM261 Interactive Authoring 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. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites WDIM121 MA136	ART255 Art History: Art & Ideas Roots and influences of contemporary concepts in 20th century art. Cultural and artistic developments of artistic expressions in the 20th century. Prerequisites WR121 WR125	LDNS LD Natural Science Elective
6	WDIM266 Web Scripting: XML Introduction to XML and its use in the industry. Emphasis on obtaining experience in using XML as a web scripting language. Software/Language(s): XML, JavaScript Prerequisites WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105				LDNS LD Natural Science Elective
7	WDIM375 Information Design Conceptualization and design of information with focus on usability. Prerequisites WDIM253 WDIM161 CS105	GD243 Graph Signs & Sym Fundamentals of mark making in order to recognize, interpret, research and create graphic signs, symbols, logos and icons. Emphasis on rapid visualization and brainstorming techniques leading to the refinement and development of graphic symbol sets and logo variations. Prerequisites GD242 GD123 WDIM141 MA136	ADV227 Persuasive Tech Introduction to the principles that determine beliefs, create attitudes, and move people to agreement and action.	WDIM377 Foundation Portfolio Production of interactive portfolio reflecting current level of work. Emphasis on professional development, including job search skills.	LDSS/SC Soc/Nat Sci Elect
7	WDIM355 Client-Side Script Client-side scripting as a method to develop advanced web applications. Software/Language(s): JavaScript, jQuery Prerequisites WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM331 Db Mgmt Concepts Database design for dynamic web content management. Emphasis on database concepts, the relational database model, and translating a client's requirements into a working database design. Software/Language(s): MySQL, PHP Prerequisites WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM274 Int Motion Graph Delivery of motion graphics to the web using interactive design solutions. Motion as a creative design element using web animation software. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites WDIM261 WDIM121 MA136		CS212 C++ Programming Introduction to C++ programming language and object-oriented programming. Software/Language(s): C++ Prerequisites CS114
8	WDIM328 Design Internet Txt Application of typography to the web environment. Software/Language(s): CSS Prerequisites GD123 WDIM141 MA136	WDIM252 Interactive Media Pre-Production Pre-production phase of the interactive development process. Emphasis on briefs, storyboards, flowcharts, and wireframe layouts.	GD343 Adv Typography Further exploration into the principles, techniques, and visual form of typography. Typographic originality is stressed through exploration of the traditions, essential elements, and craft of typographic design. Prerequisites GD242 GD123 WDIM141 MA136	LAB Lab Science Elective	HST311 History of Material Culture I Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. Ancient Near East, Greece, and Rome through the Baroque (c. 1700). Prerequisites WR121 WR125
8	WDIM361 SS Scripting I Dynamic web pages through server-side scripting language. Emphasis on forms and content management. Software/Language(s): PHP Prerequisites WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105		WDIM374 Int Motion Script Motion graphics for the web through scripting. Emphasis on interaction, sequencing and motion. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites WDIM274 WDIM261 WDIM121 MA136	PHY111 Applied Physics Survey of physics supplemented with laboratory/field experiences based on creative problem solving. Analysis of static forces, collisions, flight, celestial bodies, perception, light, optical paths, and falling water. Students may take either PHY 101 or PHY 111, but not both. Prerequisites MTH104
9	UDTE Technical Elective	GD341 Corporate Identity Development and refinement of a variety of logos and trademarks. Emphasis on visual identities and brands created for businesses, and how identities relate to corporate marketing strategies. Prerequisites WDIM377	WDIM351 Rapid Web Development Development of project estimation skills. Employment of techniques to improve speed, efficiency, file management, and accuracy when creating web sites. Software/Language(s): Dreamweaver Prerequisites WDIM377	DMG301 Project Management Strategies and software to aid in managing projects of varying sizes and scopes. Emphasis on planning, budgeting, tracking, and executing a design project.	HST312 History of Material Culture II Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. Rococo and First Industrial Revolution through 19th century Reformers and the introduction of Japanese design to the West. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
9	WDIM366 SS Scripting II Advanced server-side scripting skills. Emphasis on alternate server-side scripting languages. Software/Language(s): Visual Studio, SQL Express, .NET in C# Prerequisites WDIM361 WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM313 Web Programming Object-oriented web applications. Emphasis on developing an application to be executed on multiple platforms. Software/Language(s): Prerequisites CS212 CS114
10	UDTE Technical Elective	WDIM380 Website Development Real-world web production through small teams. Emphasis on assessing client needs, pre-production assets, project management, and communication.	WDIM347 e-Learning Development of instructional and delivery methods using web technology.	BALDE Business Administration LD Technical Elective	HST313 History of Material Culture III Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. 20th century design from early 20th century reformers through major design movements and the development of industrial design to the present. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
10	WDIM387 Advanced Scripting Exploration and practice of advanced scripting languages. Software/Language(s): AJAX, choice of server-side language and database Prerequisites WDIM366 WDIM361 WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105			BALDE Business Administration LD Technical Elective
11	WDIM417 Portfolio & Professional Development Development of personal identity and professional skills. Emphasis on resume, copyright issues, and job search.	WDIM341 e-Commerce Business and technology aspects of e-Commerce. Emphasis on the production of an e-Commerce web site.	WDIM411 Production Team Interdisciplinary team collaboration. Design and development of a solution that fulfills a need for a real client.	ICOR490 Senior Seminar The interrelationship of culture and values and the effect of changing technology on values. Exploration of the relationship of students' own work to current values.	PSY335 Psychology of Creativity The creative process, the dynamics of motivation, the challenges of creative expression, and the creative personality. Prerequisites PSY204 WR125 WR121
12	WDIM427 Digital Portfolio Completion of final portfolio and appropriate supporting materials. Prerequisites WDIM417	WDIM310 WDIM Internship Off-campus supervised internship at an established business relating to field of study. Minimum of 90 hours required. Grading: Pass-No Pass only.	UDTE UD Technical Elective	UDHUM UD Humanities Elective	LDNS LD Natural Science Elective

Web Designer
1	WDIM101 Introduction to Interactive Media History and evolution of interactive media and its relation to other fields.	LDCS LD Computer Science Elective	ART101 Principles of Visual Communication Introduction to universal elements and principles common to all visual forms. Focus on strategies for controlling visual space and achieving successful communication in 2-D forms. Examination of a broad range of design and art from a variety of cultures. Emphasis on language and conceptual skills.	ART131 Drawing Perceptual and conceptual drawing skills. Emphasis on line, texture, volume, proportion, and perspective. Observational skills and handling of drawing media. Drawing as a means of communication in contemporary, historic, and cultural contexts. This course may be challenged.	ICOR101 Seminar: Design Inquiry Social, cultural, and traditional beliefs that underlie the creative process. Exploration of cultural agents in the design community and the community at large. Critical thinking and collaborative skills, along with transmission of design information.
2	CS114 Logical Thought & Programming History, development and principles of logical thought. Manifestation and utilization in computer programming languages. Software/Language(s): Python	MA136 Image Manipulation Fundamentals of image manipulation in a raster-based environment. Emphasis on tools, color management, scanning, filters, layering, masking, and channels for design, animation, textures, and compositing. Software/Language(s): Photoshop	ART102 Color Theory Interaction and application of color in a variety of fine and applied art contexts. Emphasis on organizational control of color systems, value keys, pigment mixing, and expressive properties of hue, value, and intensity. Examination of the properties and characteristics of light. Historical introduction to color in aesthetic movements throughout history and in a variety of cultures. Prerequisites ART101	MTH104 College Mathematics Study of the basic concepts of mathematics. Algebraic equations and story problems, quadratic equations and systems of equations, graphs, basic geometry, ratios, and proportions. This course may be challenged.	WR121 English Composition Critical reading, critical thinking, and organizational skills as applied to writing. Analysis and discussion of texts related to fundamental social, cultural, and/or artistic topics. This course may be challenged.
3	CS105 Internet Concepts History, development, ethical and legal issues, and the inter-workings of the Internet. Emphasis on the use of HTML for creating basic web sites complete with graphics, text, aand links. Software/Language(s): HTML	WDIM141 Web Graphics Introduction to graphic software with emphasis on creating and optimizing images for the Web. Software/Language(s): Photoshop, Illustrator Prerequisites MA136	BA241 Principles of Marketing Introduction to marketing. Emphasis on identifying and meeting business opportunities and objectives through marketing mix.	PSY204 General Psychology Scientific study of behavior and experience, reviewing biological, social and dynamic bases for behavior; motivation and emotion; learning theory and perception.	WR125 Argumentation & Research Research process and methods. Relationships among claim, support, assumptions, and logic problems emphasized as integral to the composition of an effective research paper. Prerequisites WR121
4	WDIM161 Web Scripting: CSS Web site design using Cascading Style Sheets and strategies for effective web design. Software/Language(s): CSS Prerequisites CS105	WDIM221 Web Authoring Introduction to web authoring tools. Emphasis on web site development process, building designs from digital mockups, web site testing, speed and efficiency. Software/Language(s): Dreamweaver Prerequisites CS105 MA136 WDIM141	WDIM241 User Interface Design Development of web interfaces that address and solve user needs. Emphasis on design concepts and processes. Prerequisites MA136 WDIM141	GD123 Typography I Fundamentals of typographic history, vocabulary, style, form, and application. Readability, legibility, and hierarchy are explored with attention to both display and text applications. Software/Language(s): Illustrator Prerequisites MA136 WDIM141	WR126 Writing & The Literary Arts Topical studies in literature. Emphasis on: literature as an art form; techniques of reading and literary analysis. Topics for each section of the course will vary. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
5	WDIM262 Web Scripting: JavaScript Introduction to JavaScript and its use in a variety of tasks utilizing the Document Object Model built into web browsers. Software/Language(s): JavaScript Prerequisites CS105 WDIM161	WDIM253 Web Design & Layout Layout concepts and design styles for web sites. Emphasis on element placement, site goals, and usability. Prerequisites CS105 WDIM161	WDIM121 Fundamentals of Authoring Interactive multimedia projects including digital images, text, sound, video, and animation. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites MA136	LDTE LD Technical Elective	LDSS/SC Social Science / Natural Science Elective
6	GD242 Typography II Type design and expression are expanded upon and the broad issues of typographical "voice" and the communicative "personality" of letterforms are stressed. Software/Language(s): Illustrator Prerequisites GD123 WDIM141 MA136	WDIM268 Web Standards 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. Software/Language(s): CSS Prerequisites WDIM161 CS105	WDIM261 Interactive Authoring 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. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites WDIM121 MA136	ART255 Art History: Art & Ideas Roots and influences of contemporary concepts in 20th century art. Cultural and artistic developments of artistic expressions in the 20th century. Prerequisites WR121 WR125	LDNS LD Natural Science Elective
7	WDIM375 Information Design Conceptualization and design of information with focus on usability. Prerequisites WDIM253 WDIM161 CS105	GD243 Graphic Signs & Symbols Fundamentals of mark making in order to recognize, interpret, research and create graphic signs, symbols, logos and icons. Emphasis on rapid visualization and brainstorming techniques leading to the refinement and development of graphic symbol sets and logo variations. Prerequisites GD242 GD123 WDIM141 MA136	ADV227 Persuasive Techniques Introduction to the principles that determine beliefs, create attitudes, and move people to agreement and action.	WDIM377 Foundation Portfolio Production of interactive portfolio reflecting current level of work. Emphasis on professional development, including job search skills.	LDSS/SC Social Science / Natural Science Elective
8	WDIM328 Designing Internet Text Application of typography to the web environment. Software/Language(s): CSS Prerequisites GD123 WDIM141 MA136	WDIM252 Interactive Media Pre-Production Pre-production phase of the interactive development process. Emphasis on briefs, storyboards, flowcharts, and wireframe layouts.	GD343 Advanced Typography Further exploration into the principles, techniques, and visual form of typography. Typographic originality is stressed through exploration of the traditions, essential elements, and craft of typographic design. Prerequisites GD242 GD123 WDIM141 MA136	LAB Lab Science Elective	HST311 History of Material Culture I Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. Ancient Near East, Greece, and Rome through the Baroque (c. 1700). Prerequisites WR121 WR125
9	UDTE UD Technical Elective	GD341 Corporate Identity Development and refinement of a variety of logos and trademarks. Emphasis on visual identities and brands created for businesses, and how identities relate to corporate marketing strategies. Prerequisites WDIM377	WDIM351 Rapid Web Development Development of project estimation skills. Employment of techniques to improve speed, efficiency, file management, and accuracy when creating web sites. Software/Language(s): Dreamweaver Prerequisites WDIM377	DMG301 Project Management Strategies and software to aid in managing projects of varying sizes and scopes. Emphasis on planning, budgeting, tracking, and executing a design project.	HST312 History of Material Culture II Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. Rococo and First Industrial Revolution through 19th century Reformers and the introduction of Japanese design to the West. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
10	UDTE UD Technical Elective	WDIM380 Website Development Real-world web production through small teams. Emphasis on assessing client needs, pre-production assets, project management, and communication.	WDIM347 e-Learning Development of instructional and delivery methods using web technology.	BALDE Business Administration LD Technical Elective	HST313 History of Material Culture III Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. 20th century design from early 20th century reformers through major design movements and the development of industrial design to the present. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
11	WDIM417 Portfolio & Professional Development Development of personal identity and professional skills. Emphasis on resume, copyright issues, and job search.	WDIM341 e-Commerce Business and technology aspects of e-Commerce. Emphasis on the production of an e-Commerce web site.	WDIM411 Production Team Interdisciplinary team collaboration. Design and development of a solution that fulfills a need for a real client.	ICOR490 Senior Seminar The interrelationship of culture and values and the effect of changing technology on values. Exploration of the relationship of students' own work to current values.	PSY335 Psychology of Creativity The creative process, the dynamics of motivation, the challenges of creative expression, and the creative personality. Prerequisites PSY204 WR125 WR121
12	WDIM427 Digital Portfolio Completion of final portfolio and appropriate supporting materials. Prerequisites WDIM417	WDIM310 WDIM Internship Off-campus supervised internship at an established business relating to field of study. Minimum of 90 hours required. Grading: Pass-No Pass only.	UDTE UD Technical Elective	UDHUM UD Humanities Elective	LDNS LD Natural Science Elective

Web Developer
1	WDIM101 Introduction to Interactive Media History and evolution of interactive media and its relation to other fields.	LDCS LD Computer Science Elective	ART101 Principles of Visual Communication Introduction to universal elements and principles common to all visual forms. Focus on strategies for controlling visual space and achieving successful communication in 2-D forms. Examination of a broad range of design and art from a variety of cultures. Emphasis on language and conceptual skills.	ART131 Drawing Perceptual and conceptual drawing skills. Emphasis on line, texture, volume, proportion, and perspective. Observational skills and handling of drawing media. Drawing as a means of communication in contemporary, historic, and cultural contexts. This course may be challenged.	ICOR101 Seminar: Design Inquiry Social, cultural, and traditional beliefs that underlie the creative process. Exploration of cultural agents in the design community and the community at large. Critical thinking and collaborative skills, along with transmission of design information.
2	CS114 Logical Thought & Programming History, development and principles of logical thought. Manifestation and utilization in computer programming languages. Software/Language(s): Python	MA136 Image Manipulation Fundamentals of image manipulation in a raster-based environment. Emphasis on tools, color management, scanning, filters, layering, masking, and channels for design, animation, textures, and compositing. Software/Language(s): Photoshop	ART102 Color Theory Interaction and application of color in a variety of fine and applied art contexts. Emphasis on organizational control of color systems, value keys, pigment mixing, and expressive properties of hue, value, and intensity. Examination of the properties and characteristics of light. Historical introduction to color in aesthetic movements throughout history and in a variety of cultures. Prerequisites ART101	MTH104 College Mathematics Study of the basic concepts of mathematics. Algebraic equations and story problems, quadratic equations and systems of equations, graphs, basic geometry, ratios, and proportions. This course may be challenged.	WR121 English Composition Critical reading, critical thinking, and organizational skills as applied to writing. Analysis and discussion of texts related to fundamental social, cultural, and/or artistic topics. This course may be challenged.
3	CS105 Internet Concepts History, development, ethical and legal issues, and the inter-workings of the Internet. Emphasis on the use of HTML for creating basic web sites complete with graphics, text, aand links. Software/Language(s): HTML	WDIM141 Web Graphics Introduction to graphic software with emphasis on creating and optimizing images for the Web. Software/Language(s): Photoshop, Illustrator Prerequisites MA136	BA241 Principles of Marketing Introduction to marketing. Emphasis on identifying and meeting business opportunities and objectives through marketing mix.	PSY204 General Psychology Scientific study of behavior and experience, reviewing biological, social and dynamic bases for behavior; motivation and emotion; learning theory and perception.	WR125 Argumentation & Research Research process and methods. Relationships among claim, support, assumptions, and logic problems emphasized as integral to the composition of an effective research paper. Prerequisites WR121
4	WDIM161 Web Scripting: CSS Web site design using Cascading Style Sheets and strategies for effective web design. Software/Language(s): CSS Prerequisites CS105	WDIM221 Web Authoring Introduction to web authoring tools. Emphasis on web site development process, building designs from digital mockups, web site testing, speed and efficiency. Software/Language(s): Dreamweaver Prerequisites CS105 MA136 WDIM141	WDIM241 User Interface Design Development of web interfaces that address and solve user needs. Emphasis on design concepts and processes. Prerequisites MA136 WDIM141	GD123 Typography I Fundamentals of typographic history, vocabulary, style, form, and application. Readability, legibility, and hierarchy are explored with attention to both display and text applications. Software/Language(s): Illustrator Prerequisites MA136 WDIM141	WR126 Writing & The Literary Arts Topical studies in literature. Emphasis on: literature as an art form; techniques of reading and literary analysis. Topics for each section of the course will vary. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
5	WDIM262 Web Scripting: JavaScript Introduction to JavaScript and its use in a variety of tasks utilizing the Document Object Model built into web browsers. Software/Language(s): JavaScript Prerequisites CS105 WDIM161	WDIM253 Web Design & Layout Layout concepts and design styles for web sites. Emphasis on element placement, site goals, and usability. Prerequisites CS105 WDIM161	WDIM121 Fundamentals of Authoring Interactive multimedia projects including digital images, text, sound, video, and animation. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites MA136	LDTE LD Technical Elective	MTH116 Algebra & Trigonometry Foundation in algebra and trigonometry. Prerequisites MTH104
6	WDIM266 Web Scripting: XML Introduction to XML and its use in the industry. Emphasis on obtaining experience in using XML as a web scripting language. Software/Language(s): XML, JavaScript Prerequisites WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM268 Web Standards 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. Software/Language(s): CSS Prerequisites WDIM161 CS105	WDIM261 Interactive Authoring 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. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites WDIM121 MA136	ART255 Art History: Art & Ideas Roots and influences of contemporary concepts in 20th century art. Cultural and artistic developments of artistic expressions in the 20th century. Prerequisites WR121 WR125	LDNS LD Natural Science Elective
7	WDIM355 Client-Side Scripting Client-side scripting as a method to develop advanced web applications. Software/Language(s): JavaScript, jQuery Prerequisites WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM331 Database Management Concepts Database design for dynamic web content management. Emphasis on database concepts, the relational database model, and translating a client's requirements into a working database design. Software/Language(s): MySQL, PHP Prerequisites WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM274 Interactive Motion Graphics Delivery of motion graphics to the web using interactive design solutions. Motion as a creative design element using web animation software. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites WDIM261 WDIM121 MA136	WDIM377 Foundation Portfolio Production of interactive portfolio reflecting current level of work. Emphasis on professional development, including job search skills.	CS212 C++ Programming Introduction to C++ programming language and object-oriented programming. Software/Language(s): C++ Prerequisites CS114
8	WDIM361 Server-Side Scripting I Dynamic web pages through server-side scripting language. Emphasis on forms and content management. Software/Language(s): PHP Prerequisites WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM252 Interactive Media Pre-Production Pre-production phase of the interactive development process. Emphasis on briefs, storyboards, flowcharts, and wireframe layouts.	WDIM374 Interactive Motion Scripting Motion graphics for the web through scripting. Emphasis on interaction, sequencing and motion. Software/Language(s): Flash, ActionScript 3 Prerequisites WDIM274 WDIM261 WDIM121 MA136	PHY111 Applied Physics Survey of physics supplemented with laboratory/field experiences based on creative problem solving. Analysis of static forces, collisions, flight, celestial bodies, perception, light, optical paths, and falling water. Students may take either PHY 101 or PHY 111, but not both. Prerequisites MTH104	HST311 History of Material Culture I Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. Ancient Near East, Greece, and Rome through the Baroque (c. 1700). Prerequisites WR121 WR125
9	WDIM366 Server-Side Scripting II Advanced server-side scripting skills. Emphasis on alternate server-side scripting languages. Software/Language(s): Visual Studio, SQL Express, .NET in C# Prerequisites WDIM361 WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM313 Web Programming Object-oriented web applications. Emphasis on developing an application to be executed on multiple platforms. Software/Language(s): Prerequisites CS212 CS114	WDIM351 Rapid Web Development Development of project estimation skills. Employment of techniques to improve speed, efficiency, file management, and accuracy when creating web sites. Software/Language(s): Dreamweaver Prerequisites WDIM377	DMG301 Project Management Strategies and software to aid in managing projects of varying sizes and scopes. Emphasis on planning, budgeting, tracking, and executing a design project.	HST312 History of Material Culture II Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. Rococo and First Industrial Revolution through 19th century Reformers and the introduction of Japanese design to the West. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
10	WDIM387 Advanced Scripting Exploration and practice of advanced scripting languages. Software/Language(s): AJAX, choice of server-side language and database Prerequisites WDIM366 WDIM361 WDIM262 WDIM161 CS105	WDIM380 Website Development Real-world web production through small teams. Emphasis on assessing client needs, pre-production assets, project management, and communication.	WDIM347 e-Learning Development of instructional and delivery methods using web technology.	BALDE Business Administration LD Technical Elective	HST313 History of Material Culture III Introduction to material culture of Western world. Political, economic, and religious outlook of each period revealed in basic forms of architecture, interior design, ornamentation, and other decorative arts as affected by the available materials and technology. 20th century design from early 20th century reformers through major design movements and the development of industrial design to the present. Prerequisites WR121 WR125
11	WDIM417 Portfolio & Professional Development Development of personal identity and professional skills. Emphasis on resume, copyright issues, and job search.	WDIM341 e-Commerce Business and technology aspects of e-Commerce. Emphasis on the production of an e-Commerce web site.	WDIM411 Production Team Interdisciplinary team collaboration. Design and development of a solution that fulfills a need for a real client.	ICOR490 Senior Seminar The interrelationship of culture and values and the effect of changing technology on values. Exploration of the relationship of students' own work to current values.	PSY335 Psychology of Creativity The creative process, the dynamics of motivation, the challenges of creative expression, and the creative personality. Prerequisites PSY204 WR125 WR121
12	WDIM427 Digital Portfolio Completion of final portfolio and appropriate supporting materials. Prerequisites WDIM417	WDIM310 WDIM Internship Off-campus supervised internship at an established business relating to field of study. Minimum of 90 hours required. Grading: Pass-No Pass only.	UDTE UD Technical Elective	UDHUM UD Humanities Elective	LDNS LD Natural Science Elective