This course introduces students to the creation of stories using videography, sound recording and platforms to showcase creative artistic works. Students are introduced to the creation opportunities in the campus digital studio and be trained on new technologies and equipment. The course is required for students planning to complete an Interdisciplinary Major in Digital Media and Creative Arts. No prerequisite.
Digital Photography DIGM3013A
T TH
11:30AM-12:50PM
This course explores the use of still photography in digital media production, and how true stories can be told through digital images. It gives students a background in the aesthetics of photography, explores theories of the image, and explores the ethical issues surrounding the manipulation of digital images. The course requires students to produce and edit digital images using a mix of digital photographic equipment and editing software. No prerequisite.
Documentary Film DIGM3023A
W
06:30PM-09:20PM
This course explores documentary film as a storytelling medium and how to create and produce documentaries. The course requires students to study influential films and produce and edit original documentary projects. It also introduces students to theories of documentary and the power of non-fiction storytelling. No prerequisite.
Winter Semester 2024
Course
Days
Time
Digital Media Production DIGM2023A
M W
04:00PM-05:20PM
This course introduces students to producing and editing video and audio stories. It follows the Digital Creation course, shifting from creation to production. The course introduces students to the integration of social media in digital production. This is a required course for students planning to complete an Interdisciplinary Major in Digital Media and Creative Arts. Prerequisite DIGM 2013.
Special Topics: AI DIGM3043A
W
06:30PM-09:20PM
This course introduces students to the theoretical, ethical and practical applications of artificial intelligence. As AI becomes a more prominent part of our everyday lives, its capacity as a digital media, creative and communicative tool will continue to grow. The course introduces students to the theories that have developed as AI technology has shifted from a science fiction construct to a reality. It also considers the ethical challenges this new technology poses. It offers students the opportunity to engage and use AI software in practical ways. No prerequisite.
