Computer Science / Multimedia Studies

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Students in the Computer Science/ Multimedia Studies program prepare for a future in software development and the use of computer technology to solve complex problems. An initial core of classes introduces students to general principles of programming and multimedia development. Upon completion of the core students choose either a concentration in computer science, scientific and statistical computing, or multimedia studies.

Students in the computer science concentration will learn to design and develop software systems for industrial, scientific, and commercial applications. They will acquire an understanding of computer operating systems, programming, data structures and algorithms, and systems analysis. Graduates will be prepared to work in the private or public sectors as programmers, analysts, or software engineers, or to proceed to advanced study.

The Statistical and scientific computing concentration focuses on applications development for chemistry, physics, biology and biochemistry along with newer disciplines such as geographic information systems, bioinformatics, genomics and business intelligence systems. Students in the SSC concentration are encouraged to minor in Mathematics.

Students completing a degree in the multimedia studies concentration will be prepared to design and develop interactive multimedia products for use in education, industry, or the non-profit sector. These graduates will be able to design and assemble CD, DVD, or Web delivered titles, and will be prepared to work in publishing, training support, or many other areas.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

All program graduates will:

- understand the process of software design and development;

1. be able to develop functional specifications for a product,

2. be able to design the interface for the product, taking into account the characteristics of the material and anticipated users;

3. choose the appropriate development environment for the product;

4. select the appropriate data representations and algorithms to provide optimal performance;

5. create a robust, efficient, maintainable final product; and

6. develop complete documentation for the finished package.

- understand how to integrate revisions into existing software packages

- understand how to communicate effectively with user populations and other software developers to collaboratively develop new packages.

In addition to the three core outcomes listed above, graduates in the computer science and SSC concentration will:

- demonstrate proficiency in several programming languages, including procedural and object-oriented languages;

- demonstrate understanding of computer operating systems and how to develop programs that work at the system level;

- analyze situations and develop appropriate solutions, even if the solutions do not require the use of a computer.

In addition to the core outcomes, graduates in the multimedia studies track will:

- demonstrate proficiency in the use of one or more authoring tools for the development of interactive software for stand-alone or web use;

- demonstrate general understanding of how various media (still images, video, and audio) are represented and manipulated in digital environments; and

- demonstrate ability to appropriately integrate various digital media into an interactive product.

MEANS OF ASSESSMENT

The outcomes for each class will be clearly stated on the syllabus. Assessments for courses will address both the conceptual and applied aspects of the class. Means of assessment include projects, quizzes and exams. The objectives for projects and other assigned work tie directly into course outcomes.

In addition to course-level assessment, the program provides for assessment of the students’ abilities to integrate concepts from the entire spectrum off coursework. Each student is required to develop a capstone project prior to graduation. The precise nature of the capstones vary according to specific student interests, but generally include the complete design documents for a software product and the finished product itself.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE & BACHELOR OF ARTS
IN COMPUTER SCIENCE / MULTIMEDIA STUDIES

(Foreign language proficiency is a requirement for the B.A. degree.)

In addition to General Education requirements, B.S. and B.A. degree candidates for Computer Science/Multimedia Studies should complete a total of 71-81 credit hours. A grade of “C-” or better is required for each course. A minimum overall GPA of 2.00 for all courses is required for completion of the degree.

Required core courses for CS or MM concentration (for B.A. and B.S.) (27-37 Credits)

CS 121 Introduction to Software Development (1)
CS 161 Foundations of CS I (4)
CS 162 Foundations of CS II (4)
CS 260 Data Structures (4)
CS 370 User Interface Design (3)
MM 225 Introduction to Multimedia Development (3)
MM 252 Intro Web Authoring (3)
MM 315 Multimedia Design (3)
CS 401 or MM 401 Capstone (1-6)
CS 407 or MM 407 Seminar (1-6)

Computer Science concentration requires the following courses in addition to the core (25 credits)

CS 221 C/C++ Programming (4)
CS 248 Unix Programming (3)
CS 318 Algorithm Analysis (4)
CS 335 Networking and Network Administration (4)
CS 344 Systems Analysis (3)
CS 360 Object-Oriented Programming With C++ (4)
CS 430 Database Management Systems (3)

The Computer Science concentration requires the following related area requirements (15 credits)

MATH 231 Discrete Math (4)
MATH 251 Calculus I (4)
MATH 252 Calculus II (4)
MATH 261 Linear Algebra (3)

Elective courses for the Computer Science track (choose from below) (4 credits)

CS 301 Assembly Language Programming (4)
CS 310 Special Topics (1-5)
CS 314 Computer Architecture (4)
CS 321 Computing Theory (3)
CS 327 Compiler Design (3)
CS 380 Software Engineering (4)
CS 381 Programming Languages (4)
CS 409 Practicum (1-12)
CS 410 Special Topics (1-5)
CS 427 Numerical Computation (3)
CS 428 Web Architecture and Programming (4)
CS 440 Artificial Intelligence (4)

Total credits for B.S./B.A. Computer Science concentration (71-81 credits)

The Statistical and Scientific Computing concentration requires the following courses in addition to the core (13 credits):

CS 221 C/C++ Programming (4)
CS 248 Unix Programming (3)
CS 427 Numerical Computation (3)
CS 430 Database Mgmt System (3)

The Scientific and Statistical Computing concentration requires the following related area courses (35 credits hours):

MATH 231 Discrete Mathematics (3)
MATH 251, 252, 253 Calculus I, II, III (12)
MATH 261, 262 Linear Algebra I, II (6)
STAT 327 Statistics & Exp. Design
MATH 461 Probability and Statistics
MATH 462 Applied Regression Analysis (4)

Note: Students in the SSC concentration are encouraged to complete a Math minor by adding MATH 382 Structure of Number Systems.

Total Credits for B.S./B.A. Scientific and Statistical Computing concentration (75-85 credits)

The Multimedia concentration requires the following courses in addition to the core (9 credits):

MM 319 Multimedia Programming (3)
MM 327 Introduction to Computer Graphics Applications (3)
MM 350 Multimedia Theory (3)

Multimedia concentration requires the following related area requirements (14 hours)

ART 120 Design (3)
ART 227 Graphics (3)
MATH 112 Pre calculus (4)
MATH 231 Discrete Math (4)

Elective courses required for the Multimedia concentration (choose from below) (21 credits)

(May include a maximum of 15 cr. hours selected from CS electives list)

ENG 195 Introduction to Film (4)
MM 352 Intermediate Web Authoring (3)
MM 360 3-D Graphics & Animation (3)
MM 364 Digital Video Production (3)
MM 366 Video Post-Production (3)
MM 409 Practicum (1-12)
MM 410 Selected Topics (1-5)
MM 419 Advanced Multimedia Programming (3)
MM 420 Multimedia Simulation (3)
MM 452 Advanced Web Authoring (3)
WR 243 Screen Writing Fundamentals (4)
WR 330 The Electronic Word (3)

Total credits for B.S./B.A. Multimedia track (71-81 credits)

TYPICAL FOUR YEAR CURRICULA FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE AND MULTIMEDIA STUDIES CONCENTRATIONS

CS Concentration Option One: Student places into
MATH 251

Typical First Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 121 Introduction to Software Development
CS 161 Foundations of CS I
MATH 251 Calculus I
General Education (3–6 credits)

Winter
CS 162 Foundations of CS II
MATH 252 Calculus II
General Education (4–7 credits)

Spring
CS 260 Data Structures
MATH 231 Discrete Math
MM 225 Intro. MM Develop.
General Education (3–6 credits)

Typical Second Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 221 C/C++ Programming
MATH 261 Linear Algebra
MM 252 Intro Web Authoring
General Education (3–6 credits)

Winter
CS 248 UNIX Programming
General Education (6–8 credits)

Spring
CS 335 Networking
General Education (9–12 credits)

Typical Third Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 318 Algorithm Analysis
CS 344 Systems Analysis
MM 315 Multimedia Design
General Education (6 credits)
Electives (3–6 credits)

Winter
CS 360 Object Oriented Prog.
General Education (6 credits)
Electives (3–6 credits)

Spring
CS 311 Operating Systems
CS 430 Database Mgmt
CS 370 Interface Design
General Education (6 credits)
Electives (3–6 credits)

Typical Fourth Year Curriculum

Fall
General Education (6 credits)
Electives (3–6 Credits)

Winter
CS/MM 407 Seminar
General Education (3–6 credits)
Electives ( 3–6 credits)

Spring
CS 401 Capstone
General Education (3–6 credits)
Electives (6–9 credits)

CS Concentration Option Two: Student places into
MATH 111

Typical First Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 121 Introduction to Software Development
General Education (7–10 credits)

Winter
CS 161 Foundations of CS I
MATH 111 Algebra
General Education (4–7 credits)

Spring
CS 162 Foundations of CS II
MATH 112 Precalculus
MM 225 Intro. MM Develop.
General Education (3-5 credits)

Typical Second Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 221 C/C++ Programming
CS 260 Data Structures
MATH 251 Calculus I
MM 252 Intro to Web Authoring
MM 315 Multimedia Design

Winter
CS 248 UNIX Programming
MATH 252 Calculus II
General Education (6-8 credits)

Spring
CS 335 Networking
MATH 231 Discrete Math
General Education (3-4 credits)

Typical Third Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 318 Algorithm Analysis
CS 344 Systems Analysis
MATH 261 Linear Algebra
General Education (6 credits)

Winter
CS 360 Object Oriented Prog.
General Education (6 credits)
Electives (3–6 credits)

Spring
CS 311 Operating Systems
CS 370 Interface Design
CS 430 Database Mgmt
General Education (6 credits)
Electives (3–6 credits)

Typical Fourth Year Curriculum

Is the same as for Option One (above)

Statistical and Scientific Computing Concentration

Typical First Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 121 Introduction to Software Development
CS 161 Foundations of CS I
MATH 251 Calculus I
General Education (6 credits)

Winter
CS 162 Foundations of CS II
MATH 252 Calculus II
General Education (7 credits)

Spring
CS 260 Data Structures
MATH 231 Discrete Math
MATH 253 Calculus III
General Education (4 credits)

Typical Second Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 221 C/C++ Programming
MM 252 Intro Web Authoring
MATH 261 Linear Algebra I
MM 225 Intro to Multimedia Develop
General Education (2 credits)

Winter
CS 248 Unix Programming
MATH 262 Linear Algebra II
Electives (4-6 credits)
General Education (6-8 credits)

Spring
STAT 327 Stat & Exp Design
Elective (4-5 credits)
General Education (6-7 credits)

Typical Third Year Curriculum

Fall
MM 315 Multimedia Design
Electives (6 credits)
General Education (6 credits)
Winter
Electives (7-8) credits
General Education (7-8 credits)

Spring
CS 430 Database Management
Electives (6 credits)
General Education (6 credits)

Typical Fourth Year Curriculum

Fall
MATH 461 Probability & Statistics
Electives (5–6 credits)
General Education (5-6 credits)

Winter
MATH 462 Applied Regression
CS 407 Seminar
Electives (9 credits)

Spring
CS 401 Capstone
Electives (9-14 credits)

MM Concentration

Typical First Year Curriculum

Fall
CS 121 Introduction to Software Development
MM 225 Introduction to MM Develop
MATH 111 Algebra
General Education (3–6 credits)

Winter
CS 161 Foundations of CS I
MATH 112 Precalculus
General Education (3-6 credits)

Spring
CS 162 Foundations of CS II
MATH 231 Discrete Math
General Education (4-6 credits)

Typical Second Year Curriculum

Fall
MM 252 Intro Web Authoring
MM 315 Multimedia Design
General Education (5-8 credits)

Winter
ART 120 Design
ART 227 Graphics
Electives (3–6)
MM 319 MM Programming
General Education (6-8 credits)

Spring
CS 260 Data Structures
Elective ( 3 credits)
General Education (3-5 credits)

Typical Third Year Curriculum

Fall
Electives (3-6 credits)
General Education (6-12 credits)

Winter
MM 327 Introduction to Computer Graphics
MM 350 Multimedia Theory
Electives (3–6) credits
General Education (6-9 credits)

Spring
CS 370 Interface Design
Electives (6-9 credits)
General Education (6-9 credits)

Typical Fourth Year Curriculum

Fall
MM Electives (3–6 credits)
General Education (6-8 credits)

Winter
CS/MM 407 Seminar
MM Electives (3–6 credits)
General Education (3–6 credits)

Spring
MM 401 Capstone
General Education (3–6 credits)
Electives (6–9 credits)

MINOR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE/MULTIMEDIA

These courses represent the fundamentals and a blend of broadness within the two areas of computer science and multimedia studies.

1. Required courses in CS/MM (30-33 credits)
ART 227 Computer Graphics (3)
CS 121 Intro to Software Development (1)
CS 161 Foundations of Computer Science I (4)
CS 162 Foundations of Computer Science II (4)
CS 260 Data Structures (4)
MATH 231 Discrete Mathematics (4)
MM 225 Intro to Multimedia Development (3)
MM 252 Intro to Web Authoring (3)
MM 315 Multimedia Design (3)
One upper division CS or MM elective (1-4)

2. A grade of “C-” or better in each course counting toward the minor.

3. A minimum of 10 credit hours counting towards the minor must be completed at EOU.

COMPUTER SCIENCE/MULTIMEDIA COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

CS 110 - CS 110 Credits: 1.00 TO 6.00

An in-depth presentation of a topic of interest to both students and faculty. Topics will vary from year to year depending on the interests and availability of faculty. Prerequisites: May be required for some topics.

CS 121 - Intro Software Development Credits: 1.00

This survey course introduces computer software, the process of its development, and its uses in contemporary society. Topics include data representation, basic computer architecture, and categories of software including multimedia products, end-user applications, process-control, and scientific computing.

CS 140 - Microcomputer Syst*L Credits: 3.00

Gen Ed-Language & Logic
Emphasis is placed on the technical details of the microcomputer system as a whole in order to produce sophisticated users. This course focuses on microcomputer operating systems, their structures and relations to the microcomputer architecture, a technical understanding of information flow through the microcomputer and its hardware interfaces. This course also introduces the Internet, networking, and communications protocols such as TCP/IP.

CS 161 - Foundations Of CS I Credits: 4.00

Includes structured programming, computer organization, social and ethical issues in computer science. Prerequisite: MATH 111

CS 162 - Foundations Of CS II Credits: 4.00

Includes structured programming, computer organization, social and ethical issues in computer science. Prerequisites: CS 161, MATH 111.

CS 209 - Field Placement Credits: 1.00 TO 15.00

CS 210 - Selected Topics Credits: 1.00 TO 6.00

CS 221 - C/C++ Programming Credits: 4.00

An introduction to the basics of programming as used in C and C++, including selection statements, loops, arrays, string handling, pointers, registers and functions. Practical exercises will require the construction, compilation, debugging, and execution of complete programs that implement given algorithms to solve simple problems. The emphasis in this course will be on the common features of C and C++; however memory allocation and the use of pointers will be discussed in the context of the ANSII C implementation. Prerequisite: CS 162; and CS 260 (may be taken concurrently).

CS 248 - Unix Programming Credits: 3.00

The essentials of UNIX tool programming will be covered with the use of high-level programming languages, utilities, and toolkits. Topics include UNIX shells and essential utilities and network security issues, and high-level networking and protocol basics. Provides students with an opportunity to team the tools and programming languages that will help them make the best use of UNIX. Prerequisite: CS 221.

CS 260 - Data Structures Credits: 4.00

An introduction to various implementations of commonly used data structures and their applications. Topics include lists, stacks, queues, trees and hash tables. Prerequisite: CS 162.

CS 301 - Assembly Lang Programming Credits: 4.00

Introduction to machine organization, machine structure, data representation, digital logic, and assembly language programming. Prerequisite: CS 260. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 301L - Assembly Lang L Credits: .00

CS 310 - Selected Topics Credits: 1.00 TO 5.00

CS 311 - Operating Systems Credits: 3.00

The principles and problems involved in the development of a computer operating system. Overview of the development of operating systems, sequential and con-current processes, cooperation, communication and mutual exclusion, synchronization constructs: monitors, conditional critical regions, semaphores; deadlocks, resource allocation, scheduling policies, storage management. Prerequisite: CS 248. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 314 - Computer Architecture Credits: 4.00

Hardware systems, computer architectures, and their interrelationships in advanced microcomputer systems. Parallel architectures, virtual memory architectures, and memory management strategies are discussed. Data representation, memory organization, input-output processing, stack computers, parallel computers, pipeline architecture, and microprogramming. Prerequisite: CS 301. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 318 - Algorithm Analysis Credits: 4.00

The analysis of variety of algorithms that arise frequently in computer applications. Basic principles and techniques for analyzing and improving algorithms in areas such as List Searches, Sorting, Pattern Recognition, Polynomial and Matrix Computations. Prerequisite: MATH 231 and CS 260. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 321 - Computing Theory Credits: 3.00

Includes automata, complexity, Turing machines, unsolvable problems. Prerequisite: CS 318. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 327 - Compiler Design Credits: 3.00

The design and implementation of compiler and run-time systems for high-level languages, and the interaction among language design, compiler design, and run-time organization. Prerequisite: CS 321. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 335 - Networking/Network Admin Credits: 4.00

An introductory examination of the Open System Interconnection Reference Model (OSI). Topics covered include network architecture, data flow control, transmission control, path control, recovery, and routing techniques. Prerequisite: CS 311. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 344 - Systems Analysis & Design Credits: 3.00

Introduction to fundamental concepts of object-oriented software development. Covers requirements determination and specification and systems design using the Unified Modeling Language (UML). Emphasis is placed on methods of iterative and incremental software development. Prerequisite: CS 260. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 360 - Object-Orient Prog With C+++ Credits: 4.00

A study of object oriented programming with C++. Beginning and intermediate concepts are covered including classes, objects, member functions, overloading, inheritance, polymorphism, templates, and virtual functions. Prerequisite: CS 221, 260. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 370 - User Interface Design Credits: 3.00

Introduces principles of human-computer interface design and methodologies of implementation, evaluation, and research in human-computer interaction. Topics include user psychology, dialog styles, error handling and reporting, system response time, user documentation and help systems, and “intelligent” interfaces. Discusses techniques for the implementation and testing of human-computer interfaces. Prerequisite: MM 252 and MM 315 (concurrently). Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 380 - Software Engineering Credits: 4.00

Emphasis is on the specification, organization, implementation, testing, and documentation of software. Inherent problems, challenges, tools, and methods of a large software project. Presents methods and tools used in the various stages of software production. This course should prepare students for the problems they will encounter as software professionals. Prerequisite: CS 344. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 381 - Programming Languages Credits: 4.00

Concepts of high-level programming languages. Syntax and semantics of several existing languages. Compilers, interpreters and formal syntax specification. Prerequisite: CS 360. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

CS 401 - Capstone Credits: 1.00 TO 6.00

Prerequisite: Senior level or Consent of instructor. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

CS 407 - Seminar Credits: 1.00 TO 6.00

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

CS 409 - Practicum Credits: 1.00 TO 12.00

Students gain practical experience in a professional or pre-professional setting. Prerequisites: Upper-division standing and consent of instructor. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

CS 410 - Selected Topics Credits: 1.00 TO 5.00

CS 427 - Numerical Computation Credits: 3.00

Introduction to numerical methods. Includes topics from elementary discussion of errors, polynomials, interpolation, quadrature, linear systems of equations, and solution of nonlinear equations. Prerequisite: MATH 261, CS 360. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

CS 428 - Web Architecture/Programming Credits: 4.00

This course will cover some of the emerging technologies in the area of dynamic Web page development and Web server programming, including DHTML, XML, and Java Server Pages. Prerequisite: CS 430. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

CS 430 - Database Mgmt System Credits: 3.00

Analysis, design, and implementation of data systems in relation to information transfer. Prerequisite: CS 318, CS 344. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

CS 440 - Artificial Intelligence Credits: 4.00

Basic concepts of intelligent systems and artificial intelligence programming: representation, control, communication and perception, and neural networks. Prerequisite: MATH 261 and CS 318. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

Multimedia studies course descriptions

MM 110 - Selected Topics Credits: 1.00 TO 5.00

Study of a principle or practice in computer-enhanced multimedia.

MM 121 - Intro Software Development Credits: 1.00

(Cross listed as CS 121.)

MM 125 - Fndtns Of Digital Media Credits: 3.00

Introduces the process of digitizing media such as images, audio, and video, and the use of software tools used to manipulate digital media.

MM 210 - Selected Topics Credits: 1.00 TO 5.00

Study of a principle or practice in computer-enhanced multimedia.

MM 225 - Intro Multimedia Development Credits: 3.00

Introduces students to the capabilities of interactive multimedia and its uses in education, industry and entertainment. Students review the roles of various types of software applications and experiment with authoring tools to create one or more small projects.

MM 252 - Intro Web Authoring Credits: 3.00

Topics covered in this course include history of the Internet, Internet protocols, and HTML. Students will apply this knowledge to create web pages using HTML and simple web-authoring tools. Emphasis in this class is how basic web pages work and how to design pages that are effective and efficient. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 262 - Intro To Digital Audio Credits: 3.00

This class introduces students to the history, theories, and technical aspects particular to the production of digital audio. Students will focus on critical examination of aural media and extend their expertise of gathering and editing audio content for use in multimedia applications.

MM 310 - Selected Topics Credits: 1.00 TO 5.00

Advanced study of a principle or practice in computer-enhanced multimedia.

Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 315 - Multimedia Design Credits: 3.00

Covers the design process for multimedia products, including the development life cycle and basic interface design issues. Each student will design a significant multimedia product and use a typical authoring environment to create a working prototype.

Prerequisites: ART 129 and MM 225.

Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 319 - Multimedia Programming Credits: 3.00

Students learn to design databases and use authoring tools’ built-in scripting languages to reduce the overhead for a multimedia product. Students will also apply the scripting language to accomplish other sophisticated effects.

Prerequisites: CS 162, MM 315.

Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 327 - Intro to Cmptr Graphics Applic Credits: 3.00

This course introduces basic principles important in using bitmap and vector graphics, including resolution, color depth, and file compression schemes. Students will use representative bitmap and vector graphics programs to complete projects that demonstrate the basic capabilities of this type of software.

Prerequisite: ART 227 or ART 129. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 350 - Multimedia Theory Credits: 3.00

Study of selected principles from various disciplines underlying multimedia creation, expression, communication, and argumentation. Prerequisite: MM 225 and Junior standing. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 352 - Intermed Web Authoring Credits: 3.00

This is an intermediate level course in web site development using current web authoring tools. Topics covered include web site planning, design concepts, use of authoring tool software, creation of interactive web elements, and web site organization. Emphasis will be placed on creating dynamic and interactive client-side web objects using the Dreamweaver authoring tool.

Prerequisite: MM 252 or equivalent HTML knowledge.

Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 360 - 3-D Graphics & Animation Credits: 3.00

Introduces the use of three dimensional computer modeling tools for the creation of still and moving images. Topics include spline editing, virtual lighting and rendering. Prerequisite: MM 327 and Junior standing.

Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 362 - Digital Audio Production Credits: 3.00

This is a course in the principles and practices of modern digital audio recording and production. This course is designed to benefit students that have audio interests for musical, theatre, multimedia, film and other applications.

Prerequisite: CS 140 or equivalent. MUS 101 or 140 recommended.

Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 364 - Digital Video Prod Credits: 3.00

Covers storyboarding, video production and assembly of video using digital editing tools. Topics include lighting and use of camera angles and movements. Students will create complete productions appropriate for use in multimedia products.

Prerequisite: WR 243 or ENGL 195.

Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 366 - Video Post-Production Credits: 4.00

Covers the editing of video using digital video editing and special effects tools. Students will continue the series of MM 362 and 364 with the goal of making a 12 minute digital video. Prerequisite: MM 364. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

MM 401 - Capstone Credits: 1.00 TO 6.00

Prerequisite: Senior level or Consent of instructor. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 405 - Reading & Conference Credits: 1.00 TO 4.00

Opportunity for advanced students to design and complete a multimedia project. Prerequisite: Completion of 90 hours of coursework, consent of instructor, and a clear statement of a proposed project. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 407 - Seminar Credits: 1.00 TO 6.00

Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 409 - Practicum Credits: 1.00 TO 12.00

Students gain practical experience in a professional or pre-professional setting. Prerequisite: Upper-division standing and Consent of instructor Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 410 - Selected Topics Credits: 1.00 TO 5.00

Advanced study of a principle or practice in computer-enhanced multimedia. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 419 - Adv Multimedia Programming Credits: 3.00

This course expands student knowledge of the use of software design and the scripting tools that are built in to authoring environments for the development of sophisticated multimedia products for education, entertainment, and business. Prerequisite: MM 319 and Junior standing. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 420 - Multimedia Simulation Credits: 3.00

This course introduces the use of multimedia authoring tools to create simulations for education and entertainment. Students will examine various general approaches to simulating situations and virtual environments. Prerequisite: MM 319 and Junior standing. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 426 - Ind Proj In Multimedia Credits: 1.00 TO 4.00

Provides opportunity for the student to acquire additional depth and personal achievement in any multimedia area beyond what is supplied by usual course offerings. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

MM 452 - Advanced Web Authoring Credits: 3.00

This course covers the use of advanced tools for web site production. Topics will include java applets, forms, common gateway interfaces, and other state-of-the-art methods. Precise content will vary as technology advances. Prerequisites: CS 162, MM 252 and Junior standing. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.