Digital Media Minor
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the tools and techniques essential for effective multimedia communication.
Through a blend of theoretical coursework and hands-on practical experiences, students learn to create engaging digital content across various platforms, including web, video, animation, and graphic design.
With a focus on creativity, innovation, and technical proficiency, the minor prepares students to thrive in the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of digital media production and design.
Unique class topics in the Digital Media minor:
- Introduction to Graphics Technologies: Explore the fundamentals of graphics technologies, including principles of digital imaging, graphic file formats, and graphic design software tools, to develop a foundational understanding of graphic creation and manipulation.
- Raster Graphics Software: Dive into the world of raster graphics editing software, mastering techniques for image manipulation, retouching, and enhancement to create visually stunning digital artworks and designs. (Adobe PhotoShop)
- Audio/Video Software: Learn to utilize audio and video editing software tools to create and edit multimedia content.
- Photography: Hone your photography skills through hands-on practice and theoretical study, mastering composition, lighting, and camera techniques to capture compelling images and convey visual narratives effectively.
- 3D Graphics: Delve into the realm of three-dimensional graphics, learning principles of modeling, texturing, and rendering to create immersive and realistic 3D digital environments and objects.
- Digital Media Design: Explore the principles of digital media design, including planning, storyboarding, workflow, and techniques of capturing audio and video.
- 3D Animation and Rendering: Learn advanced techniques for 3D animation and rendering, including character animation, rigging, and motion capture, to bring digital creations to life and produce high-quality animated content for various media applications.