JRN 232 - Coding for Digital Media

1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours
1 lecture period 0 lab periods

Introduction to storytelling and multimedia authoring through the creation and manipulation of digital media. Includes software used to digitally create and edit pixel-based images, vector images, audio, video, data, and text. Also includes market analysis, cognitive design, layout, navigation, and interactive strategies. Also includes a basic understanding of how the Internet works, knowledge of how to create and upload Web pages, and a basic introduction to programming with JavaScript, object-oriented programs, and HTML text editors.

Information: The course uses Open Source and specialized software.

Course Learning Outcomes

Identify current and emerging terminology, languages, and programs used for storytelling and digital media coding.
Design and appraise potential applications or products using lean media strategies.
Design or manipulate digital media including text, video, or audio using a program or application.

Outline:
I. Terminology, Languages, and Programs

A. Types of digital media

B. Uses of digital media

C. Contemporary and emerging programs and software

II. Applications and Product Creation

Lean media
Project management
Audience analysis

III. Design and Digital Manipulation

Social media
Websites
Portable single-board computers
Object-oriented
Open source
Data analysis and visualization
Interactive online content