Course Title
MMP 100 Introduction to Multimedia
Section 1900 with Prof Stein
Basic Overview
This is a very high-level view of the class.
Modules
The class consists of 6 modules, 5 media modules and a final project module that brings it all together. Each media module has a background part where you learn about the media and a hands-on part where you create a project with that media. You show you learned the background with a quiz (each 3% of the total grade) and a project (each worth 11% of the total grade). Each module is about 4 class periods.
MEDIA MODULES
- Audio: Project (11%), Quiz (5% changed )
- Images: Project (11%), Quiz (5% changed)
- Animation: Project (11%), Quiz (0 None given)
- Web Design: Project (11%), Quiz (5% changed)
- Programming: Project (11%), Quiz 0 none given)
note: there were only three quizzes so the amounts for each quiz has changed but the overall portion of the grade that applied to quizzes (15%) remains the same.
FINAL PROJECT
This will bring together media you learned in the other modules. There will be a planning assignment where you describe what you’re going to do. There is no final quiz.
- Final: Plan (3%) Project (17%)
Participation and Teacher Evaluation (10%)
You will be participating in activities in the synchronous part of class and discussion boards. Your participation in these will be 10% of your overall grade.
Being Preapred
In order to learn, participate and make the most out of the class you need to be set up to learn which includes:
- Internet Connection
- Computer: must be able to install and run Zoom (camera, mic, speakers) and Adobe Software. You must also be able to install software on the computer. Note: BMCC has loaners available in the Library. Some of the software we will install on your computers:
- Zoom
- Audacity
- Adobe: Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects
- Text Editor: one of Visual Studio Code, Brackets, Sublime Text
- Access Blackboard and the OpenLab (become a member of this site)
- Create online accounts: GitHub, Quizlet
- Access to Online Files storage: CUNY provides Dropbox and OneDrive access.
See the Tools You’ll Need page for more info.
Course Details
| Basic Skills: | ESL 054, Writing Index 55+, Math Index 40+ |
| Prerequisites: | none |
| Co-requisites: | none |
| Credits: | 3 credits |
| Hours per week: | 4 hours: 2 Class + 2 Lab |
Time and Days
Fall 2022 Semester
Tuesday and Thursday 7:30pm–9:10pm
Location: Zoom
Instructor Information
Prof Chris Stein
Office Hours
After class in person. Zoom throughout the week:
Click to Schedule (multiple people allowed)
Quick 1-on-1
Click to Schedule 1-on-1 (15 minute slots)
Email
cstein@bmcc.cuny.edu
More information on my page in the Class Directory.
Course Description
Official Description
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of multimedia production. In a hands-on class, students will learn the essentials of program design and authoring software in an integrated computer environment. Students will learn how to combine graphics, audio and text to create programs for industrial and educational applications.
Plus Prof Stein’s Additional
This class is designed to give you an introduction to how digital media works and give you the skills to create intro-level projects. You don’t need prior experience. The goal is to get you to have fun and experiment and learn how to express yourself with: digital audio and images, animation, web design and programming. Because each of the class’s five modules are about two weeks, you won’t be expected to be an expert in each of the areas.
| Course Student Learning Outcomes | Measurements |
|---|---|
| 1. Students will be able to manipulate raster and vector images. | Digital imaging project |
| 2. Students will be able to create short animations and export them to the correct format. | Animation/video project |
| 3. Students will be able to combine and edit audio files to create a narrative or ambience. | Audio project |
| 4. Students will be able to identify simple HTML, CSS and Javascript syntax and to understand these their respective role in web development. | Web design and programming projects |
| 5. Students will be able to upload and share their creative work on the web. | All Projects |
| 6. Students will be able to identify standards for using media that meet copyright law. | Digital imaging, Quiz |
| 7. Students will be able to plan, iterate and document their creative work. | Final project |
| 8. Students will be able to identify core principles, terminology and contemporary uses of digital media. | Quiz |
Textbook
This is an OER/ZTC (Open Educational Resources/Zero Textbook Course) course. Free class materials (including slides, web resources and tutorials) are available on this site.
Other Resources
USB drives and cloud based storage (i.e: Google Drive, Dropbox etc.) are recommended to store assignments and course materials. Sketchbooks/notepads are recommended for taking notes and brainstorming ideas.
Tutoring
Our course has a Supplemental Instruction Leader who can help you with the class.
BMCC has tutoring available. Visit https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/students/lrc/ and select online or in -person tutoring.
Academic Coaching is also available. They will present about their services during class.
Grading and Section Specific Information
Evaluation
Class Participation
Regular participation in the course is one of the most important things that you can do in order to help you learn more deeply and permanently and to help ensure that you pass the class.
Activities that count as active class participation include:
Use of Technology
Computer
You will need a computer in order to complete the work in this class. If you do not have a capable computer you can get one from the Library. If you have an issue with your computer or one of the BMCC/CUNY accounts, fill out this form to get help: https://bit.ly/mea-tech-need. Also, let Prof Stein know and he can make sure you get the help you need.
Software
You will also need to set up your computer with the software we need. See the Tools page for more info.
Internet
To do your work at home you will need an internet connection. BMCC has some mobile hotspots if you don’t have internet at home. You can go to the BMCC Library to request a hotspot (supply is limited).
Accounts
We will also use a number of online sites. They are all either free or you can access them for free with your BMCC or CUNY username and password. The Tools explains the details.
BMCC and CUNYfirst Logins
A number of resources require these logins (LinkedIn Learning, Blackbaord, Zoom, MS Office, Adobe). If you do not have (or cannot remember) your id and password for either your BMCC login or your CUNYfirst login, contact the BMCC Service Desk right away: 212-220-8379 or servicedesk@bmcc.cuny.edu.
Weekly Breakdown
This is a basic breakdown of the course. More detail will be given each week and some things may change.
Classes 1–5
8/25–9/8
- Course Introduction
- Module 1: Audio
- Due: Audio Project and Quiz
Classes 6–9
9/13–9/26
- Module 2: Images
- Due: Image Project and Quiz
Note: we have a week and a half off between this module and the next.
Classes 10–13
10/6–10/18
- Module 3: Animation
- Due: Animation Project and Quiz
Classes 14-17
10/20–11/1
Module 4: Web Design
Due: Web Design Project and Quiz
Classes 18-21
11/3–11/15
Module 5: Programming
Due: Programming Project and Quiz
Classes 22-28
11/17–12/13
Module 6: Final Project
During this time you will plan and create your final projects.
Classes 29-30
11/3–11/15
Finals Week
Due: Final Projects
You will present your final project in class during finals week.
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