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IM 101: Integrative Media Foundations I (3) This course is an introduction and multiple media survey of artists, styles and techniques, influential in the development of contemporary media. Through this exposure and readings, a creative process will be developed and absorption will stimulate, motivate and inspire a personal aesthetic vision. In addition, through intensive thought, analysis and critique we will explore media as it affects our society and our responsibility as media content generators. Prerequisite: None IM 201: Integrative Media Foundations II (3) This course is an introduction to the foundational design principles as they apply to digital new media applications. Students will produce digital projects through the introductory application of various digital tools with a continued focus on the constant evolution of a personal aesthetic vision. A survey of new media applications, terminology and techniques will be researched and discussed along with our responsibility as communicators to mass media markets. Prerequisite: IM 101 IM 301: Integrative Media Principles of Motion and Layering (3) This course will address the foundational concepts of assembling digital imagery; relational to short format projects, focusing on historical and contemporary principles of montage, timing and pacing. In addition, the technical and aesthetic principles of compositing will be covered producing multi-layered projects for a variety of mediums. Prerequisite: IM 201 IM 302: Integrative Media Principles of Interactivity (3) Technical and aesthetic principles of interactivity will be conveyed and practiced to produce a range of interactive mediums. Addressing issues of human static and dynamic interactive ergonomics as they apply to contemporary commercial and artistic applications. Prerequisite: IM 201. IM 320: Integrative Media Concept Development and Processes (3) Through research, writing and example, students will gain an advanced understanding of the creative generating processes in a new media environment. These processes will be used to formulate solid, cohesive concepts and present storyboards that are visually communicative and professional. With discussion, critique and reiteration, the concepts are refined and reinforced. Prerequisite: IM 201 IM 391: Integrative Media Project I (3) Through research, writing and example, students will gain an advanced understanding of the creative generating processes in a new media environment. These processes will be used to formulate solid, cohesive concepts and present storyboards that are visually communicative and professional. With discussion, critique and reiteration, the concepts are refined and reinforced. Prerequisite: IM 320 IM 392: Integrative Media Project II (3) Students will initiate new or continue team oriented integrative media productions. The production process will be optimized to continue the experience of industry scenarios. Expanded business practices and production techniques will build upon prior skill-sets. Prerequisite: IM 391 IM 399: Cooperative Education (1-6 Credits) Professional cooperative education placement in a private/public organization related to the student's academic objectives and career goals. In addition to their work experience, students are required to submit weekly reaction papers and an academic project to a Faculty Coordinator in the student's discipline. (See our Cooperative Education pages for placement procedures.) Integrative Media majors will be required to complete a minimum of 3 credit hours of Cooperative Education. Prerequisite: None IM 400: Integrative Media Portfolio Capstone (3) As the capstone of the IM curriculum, this course will focus on the compilation of visual materials produced throughout the set of courses, as necessary in the job submission process. Creating a self "brand" will be a concentration along with the compilation of written works, flatbook and reel. Understanding the perspective of the employer will be heavily discussed and the various positions, procedures and environments that produce IM products. Prerequisite: IM 391 |
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