TITLE OF COURSE: Introduction to Multimedia
COURSE NUMBER & SECTION: MMP100-1001, Spring 2026
SCHEDULE: Mondays, 10AM – 1:40PM, S-608
PROFESSOR: Anna Pinkas | apinkas@bmcc.cuny.edu | Office hours: Mondays, 9AM -10AM, S-608 (in-person) | Mondays, 3:30PM – 5:30PM (Zoom, see link on Brightspace) (Feel free to email Prof Pinkas in advance if you would like to reserve a slot or if you would like to find an alternate day/time to speak).
Yi Lin, the SI for this class will also be holding office hours: In-person: Mondays, 1:40 PM – 3:00 PM ; Zoom: Tuesdays & Fridays, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (see link on Brightspace)
You can also email Kar Rosen – the Makerspace lab manager at krosen@bmcc.cuny.edu
CREDITS: 3 | CLASS HRS: 2 | LAB HRS/WEEK: 2
BASIC SKILLS: ENG 088 or ESL 062, ACR 094, MAT 011 | PRE AND CO-REQUISITES: None
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.
COURSE STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
| Description | Measurement |
|---|---|
| 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 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 & JS and syntax and to understand their respective role in web development. | Quiz |
| 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. | Audio project, Quiz |
| 7.Students will be able to plan, iterate and document their creative work. | All projects |
| 8.Students will be able to identify core principles, terminology and contemporary uses of digital media. | Quiz |
GENERAL EDUCATION LEARNING OUTCOMES
| Description | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills – Students will write, read, listen and speak critically and effectively. Student behaviors include being able to: Express ideas clearly in written form; Employ critical reading skills to analyze written material; Exhibit active listening skills; Give an effective oral presentation. | All projects (statements) |
| Quantitative Reasoning – Students will use quantitative skills and the concepts and methods of mathematics to solve problems. Student behaviors include being able to:Use quantitative skills to solve problems; Interpret quantitative information; Translate problem situations into their symbolic representations. | 3D modeling project |
| Information & Technology Literacy – Students will collect, evaluate and interpret information and effectively use information technologies. Student behaviors include being able to: Conduct research using appropriate research strategies; Make effective use of technology. | All projects |
REQUIRED TEXT: MMP100 is a ZTC (Zero Textbook Course). Content for the course should be provided free of cost by the individual professor on the platform of their choice.
USE OF TECHNOLOGY: Here is a list of software used for each module (as well as free/open source alternatives when available).
- Web : Cloud storage (i.e: Google Drive, Dropbox), code editor (i.e: Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text) and publishing platform (i.e: Adobe Portfolio, Squarespace, OpenLab) of your choice. The free version of these options should be enough for this class.
- Digital Imaging: Adobe Photoshop CC & Adobe Illustrator CC (free license with your BMCC account – see instructions below)
- Audio: Audacity (free & open source)
- Animation: Adobe Animate & Adobe Media Encoder (free license with your BMCC account see instructions below)
- 3D modeling : A Tinkercad account (free)
Students do NOT have to purchase an Adobe membership. The Adobe software used in this course are available for FREE for BMCC students. They can follow these instructions to download them on their personal computer: https://servicedesk.bmcc.cuny.edu/TDClient/33/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=1070
Students may also use the BMCC computer labs to work on their projects outside of class. S-510C is equipped with all the software needed for this course. The schedule for the lab can be found here: https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/students/lrc/lab-services/. The Makerspace (S-608) also has open lab hours during which students can use the laptops equipped with the software. open lab hours will be posted on this calendar: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=fc8m6jd1prlmmv083famd201qg@group.calendar.google.com
PORTFOLIO: A strong portfolio is indispensable in pursuing a career in Media Arts. Students should save, document, and share their work their time at BMCC (and beyond of course!). Please review these recommendations for storing and sharing work (including the projects created in this class.
CLASS PARTICIPATION: Participation in the academic activity of each course is a significant component of the learning process and plays a major role in determining overall student academic achievement. Academic activities may include, but are not limited to, attending class, submitting assignments, engaging in in-class or online activities, taking exams, and/or participating in group work. Each instructor has the right to establish their own class participation policy, and it is each student’s responsibility to be familiar with and follow the participation policies for each course.
USE OF AI: In this course, students may use generative AI applications for the creation of text (including markup and code) and/or media for specific assignments, only as directed by the instructor.
GRADING: Grading is based on the successful completion of all projects and quizzes, and on class participation. Students are expected to complete all listed deadlines for assignments and quizzes. The acceptance of late submissions is at the purview of individual professors.
Teacher evaluation and class performance: 10%
Media projects: 75%
Quizzes: 15%
TUTORING: Students can take advantage of BMCC’s one-on-one tutoring services (free!). Go to the Learning Resource Center Reception Desk in S-510 (199 Chambers Street), call (212) 220-1383, or visit https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/learning-assistance/ for more information.
WEEKLY BREAKDOWN
Week One (1/26)
- Course introduction
- Login/create free Adobe account by following these instructions
- Assignments’ submission overview/example: We will use Google Drive to submit assignments. Our shared Google Drive folder will only be accessible to students enrolled in the class and through your preferred email address.
- Fill the personality lists questionnaire, export it to PDF and place it in your Google Drive folder
- Web 101
Week Two (2/2)
- Imaging
Week Three (2/9)
- Imaging (continued)
- Review for Quiz 1: Web 101 and Digital imaging which we will take in class on 2/23
No classes on 2/16
[Optional: Register for the Portfolio Review Workshop on 2/26]
Week Four (2/23)
- Imaging (continued)
- Take Quiz 1: Web 101 and Digital imaging on Brightspace
Week Five (3/2)
- Imaging Assignment Due
- Audio
Week Six (3/9)
- Audio (continued)
Week Seven (3/16)
- Audio Assignment Due
- Animation
Week Eight (3/23)
- Animation (continued)
Week Nine (3/30)
- Animation Assignment Due
- Take Quiz 2: Audio & Animation on Brightspace
- 3D Modeling
No classes on 4/6
Week Ten (4/13)
- 3D Modeling (continued)
Week Eleven (4/20)
- 3D Modeling Assignment Due
- Take Quiz 3: 3D Modeling on Brightspace
Week Twelve (4/27)
- Final Project
Week Thirteen (5/4)
- Final Project (continued)
Week Fourteen (5/11)
- Final Project (continued)
Week Fifteen (5/18)
- Final Projects Presentations
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