Synopsis

Complete Syllabus

Course Description

This course introduces the design and delivery of rich interactive content suitable for graphical experiences across personal computers, mobile devices, and screens. Topics include generating interactivity between vector-based graphics, animation, integration of sound, raster graphics, and video. Industry standard workflow from image authoring to interactive authoring is discussed in detail. Visual design principles and interface design concepts are integrated into the making of portfolio-quality rich media projects.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• create images and animation using the basic features of a web authoring tool
• create and modify simple objects using design principles
• incorporate simple images on layers to form successful composition
• integrate sound, video, and animation into a web page
• produce interactive interface elements that utilize basic scripting capabilities
• publish multimedia web projects to the Internet

Course Prerequisite

None.

Advisory: ARTNM 324, ARTNM 402, CISW 300, or CISW 310

Required Text

"Foundation Flash CS5 for Designers"
by Tom Green and Tiago Dias
2010, friendsofED
ISBN 978-1430229940

Supplies

• Flash Drive. BACK UP YOUR WORK!
• Access to a computer with Flash CS5 installed on it.
• Internet connection & E-mail address

Course Outline

IMPORTANT NOTE: Assignments not completed in class will be assigned as homework. This schedule may change based on class experience and instructor’s discretion.