Digital Interactive Media

DIMA/CS 100 Introduction to Digital Interactive Media 3 SH
This course is an introduction in the use of text, sound, and graphical image as a platform for interactive digital experiences. Students will explore how digital technology is a conduit for relating with the self, each other, and society at large. Areas of discussion include digital identity, social media, automated text, sound-based storytelling, graphical space as well as various forms of digital interaction. Students will produce multiple projects, including zines, twitter bots, podcasts, and computer-generated graphics. The course will culminate with a concept driven final project.

DIMA 200 Storytelling for Digital and Interactive Media  3 SH
This course examines and applies foundations of design for new media technology and visual communications. Students will learn the creative process in digital imaging and interactive multimedia, such as linear vs. nonlinear storytelling, storyboarding, two-dimensional & three-dimensional imaging, color theory, lighting effects, web design, editing, and digital film/video. Emphasis will also be placed on concept development and pre-production, and learning the vernacular language in the digital media industry. Prerequisite: DIMA/CS 100 and COM 146.

DIMA/CS 300 Digital and Interactive Technologies 3 SH

In this course, students will explore digital and interactive technologies through a process of practice and theory. Initially, the course will introduce technical procedures for creating presence within virtual spaces. Technologies to be covered may include photogrammetry, 3D modeling, game engine content creation or augmented/virtual reality. In addition to this practical exploration, students will conduct research and complete a comprehensive written project that is relevant to the field of digital and interactive media arts. The written project will satisfy the requirements of the W3 competency. Research topics may include posthumanism, digital persona, objectivity or art environments. Prerequisite: WRT 101, Writing Intensive Tier II (W2), DIMA 200 and junior standing. Competency: Writing Intensive Tier 3.

DIMA/CS 400  Senior Project and Presentation 3 SH
Students will develop a portfolio or final project with the help of a faculty adviser that demonstrates their expertise in interactive digital media. Emphasis will be placed on information and media acquisition, critical thinking, writing and presentational skills. Prerequisite: DIMA/CS 100, DIMA 200, DIMA/CS 300; Senior DIMA majors in good academic standing.