Course Number: DMP 112, MWD 112, VFX 112
Course Name: Survey of Design DMP, Survey of Design MWD, Survey of Design VFX
Instructor: Woodstrup
Quarter: Summer 2004
Course Prerequisites: None

Course Description:
The student is oriented to comparisons and contrasts among multimedia, computer animation, and electronic design by examining critical elements and processes of the disciplines. Historic animation, multimedia, and graphic design are used as paradigm for concepts exemplified by contemporary work. Projects center on the demonstration of key theories and techniques.

Required Texts:
The Media Student's Book Third Ed. by Gill Branston and Roy Stafford

Course Competencies:
Demonstrate knowledge of historic periods and events of mass communications and their impact on society.
Identify major events and development in print, visual arts, film, animation, and multimedia.
Analyze the significance of such events and development in a historical context and perspective.
Examine how technology affects society and communication.
Discuss emerging technologies and their possible impact on future development of mass communications.
Explore the impact of mass communication on local, regional, and global economies.

Student Evaluation:
Attendance and class participation
Weekly readings, journal entries, and case studies
Independent research and presentations ‚
(depending upon the fluidity of classroom discussion, papers and presentations may be assigned)
Mid Term and Final Examinations ‚ your midterm and final exam will be in essay form (see below)

You will be required to keep a daily journal (three-ring binder) and sketchbook for this course. You must bring this with you to class each day; it will be graded weekly. You will need your journal/sketchbook to answer the essay questions on the midterm and final examination.