In this digital tools training course, students will learn skills and gain hands-on experience with a range of digital publishing tools to build and curate a web platform with compelling, sharable content. They will become familiar with key storytelling platforms and technologies including Wordpress, Tumblr, Vine, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. They will acquire hands---on experience with essential software including Adobe's Photoshop, Illustrator, Encoder, and Final Cut Pro; and they will learn to manipulate HTML and CSS with a basic Integrated Design Environment. In this highly hands---on course, students will learn basic web design and work collaboratively to create and launch a dynamic new digital brand online.
Code
CM1500
Name
DIGITAL TOOLKIT: COMMUNICATION DESIGN PRACTICUM
Credits
4
Pre-requisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Can be taken twice for credit?
No
Discipline
CM (Communications)
Level
Undergraduate
Type
Regular
CAMS ID
4230
Last update with CAMS
Familiarize with the main tools for creation of webpages.
Critically engage with and understand the digital tools used in class
Know the modern digital computer architecture
Know how to store and manipulate local and network file systems
Know how to build a webpage from scratch using HTML and CSS as well as using dedicated software.
Become familiar with the issues, concepts, and research areas of digital media studies.
Application of terms and concepts in critically engaging with digital media, their uses, and audiences.
Term Code Name
Fall 2020 CM1500A DIGITAL TOOLKIT: COMMUNICATION DESIGN PRACTICUM
Spring 2021 CM1500 DIGITAL TOOLKIT I
Fall 2021 CM1500A DIGITAL TOOLKIT: COMMUNICATION DESIGN PRACTICUM
Fall 2021 CM1500B DIGITAL TOOLKIT: COMMUNICATION DESIGN PRACTICUM