ART 324 DIGITAL MULTI MEDIA (4 CREDITS) OFFERED IN THE FALL  
  PREREQUISITE: ART 212 (GRAPHIC DESIGN I) OR PERMISSION OF THE INSTRUCTOR.   
  FALL 2OO8      
  INSTRUCTOR: GUY CHASE x.6121 OFFICE: CC205  
  OFFICE HOURS: M, W,  3:30 TO 5PM. Tuesdays from 6 to 8pm.  
         
         
Catalog Description:        
  Examine the concepts, strategies and techniques of interactive electronic media. Create ěhypermediaî involving video and photographic images, illustrations, sound, text, speech, and animation. Explore the possibilities of interactivity on CD-rom and web sites designed for commercial, educational and fine arts applications. Complex multimedia software will be introduced, promoting further investigations in subsequent digital courses..  
 
         
Textbooks: (software reference manuals)     
  Final Cut Pro 2.0 for MacIntosh  
  Action Scripting in Flash    
  Real World Dreamweaver  
  Other readings will be assigned from a variety of software manuals as well as from the most current periodical publications.     
         
Objectives        
  1. Working collaboratively to complete a complex project  
  2. Research techniques to solve self-defined problems with both hardware and software issues.  
  3. Operation of equipment relevant to digital multimedia including digital video camcorders, dvd burners, scanners, mixers, etc..  
  4. Construction of complex, multimedia storytelling.  
  5. Assembly of a portfolio of creative work demonstrating the above objectives.  
  6. Creative thinking skills by completing projects designed to integrate technology and poetic self expression.  
         
Learning Activities —grading      
  1. The student must attend all class sessions. Missing three sessions will result in the lowering of the final grade by one letter. For every two more sessions missed, the grade will be lowered another letter.  
         
  2. The course is based on five complex projects designed to fully immerse the student in the relevant software, developing a thorough understanding of the software’s capabilities while encouraging the exploration of possibilities and experimentation. The student will complete a series of exercises which contribute to the development of the completed project. Each completed project will be graded on the accomplishment of specified objectives, related to both proficient technique and demonstrable experimentation; objectives outlined at the outset of the assignment. A numerical score will be given for each objective but the quantity of points will vary for each project. Points earned on projects and exercises will account for 80% of the final grade.  
     
  3. Satisfactory completion of all projects will earn the student a B grade. For each project that is not satisfactorily completed the grade will be lowered one letter.

Each project will be given a preliminary critique during which suggestions for improvement will be given. Students are given the opportunity to improve projects. Final critques provide evaluation and suggestions that may be applied to subsequent projects. All projects may be improved and resubmitted during the final exam due date.

An A grade may be earned if the student follows these guidelines:

—attends all critiques with completed work.

—completes substantial research for each project.

—contributes class participation on a high level.

—final projects include evidence of adherence to assignment objectives

—submits creative solutions to a majority of projects

 
     
         
  4. Participation in corollary experiences will affect work that is evaluated, as will participation in discussion, reading, and attendance at extracurricular activities: field trips, artist lectures, and exhibitions.  
         
  5. Field trips will be scheduled to multimedia studios and other sites of inspiration.  
     
  6. The student is encouraged to develop projects outside of class. Course credit may be given for this work.  
     
Accessibility        
  Please contact the instructor as soon as possible if disability-related accommodations are needed. Accommodations are set up through the office of Disability Services. (Contact Kathy McGillivray, Director of Disability Services) A letter from the Disability Services office is needed to obtain accommodations.  
Appeals Procedure:    
  Any concerns that you have either about the course, your grades, or the instructor should be handled in the following manner. (1) Communicate your concern clearly to the instructor as a first step. (2) If you are not satisfied with the instructor's resolution of your concern, talk to the department chairperson. (3) If you are still not satisfied, then you should make an appointment to communicate your concerns to the Office of Academic Affairs. If this procedure is not followed, the rights and freedom of both the instructor and student are potentially violated.  
Academic Integrity:    
 

Since Bethel College is a Christian academic community, its fundamental purpose is the pursuit of knowledge and the development of growing Christian persons. Essential to the success of this educational mission is a commitment to principles of ethical academic integrity. Every member of the college community is responsible for upholding the highest standards of honesty at all times. Students, as members of this community, are also responsible for adhering to the principles and spirit of academic honesty.

  
         
  Further information about any of the issues stated above can be found in the Bethel College Catalog.