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Multimedia Applications

Unit code: HET215

Credit points12.5 Credit Points
Duration1 Semester
Contact hours48 hours per semester
CampusHawthorn, Sarawak
PrerequisitesNil
CorequisitesNil

Aims and objectives

The objective for this subject is to provide an introduction to the practice of creating multimedia. Students will develop appropriate practical skills through the use of an industry standard multimedia imaging package, and through introduction to related theoretical concepts. This will serve as a foundation for more advanced practical and theoretical multimedia studies.

Teaching methods

Laboratory and lecture based tuition with continual practical experience through exercises and set tasks.

Assessment

Assignment 1 - Concept Design (35%), Assignment 2 – Interface Development (35%), Written Theory Exam (30%).

Generic skills outcomes

The graduate attributes which relate to this subject help to produce graduates who:

• Are capable in their chosen professional areas.
• Are adaptable and manage change.
• Operate effectively in work and community situations.

Content

This unit of study involves an introduction to the practice of multimedia creation using various industry standard software tools.
  • Concepts in digital image creation and manipulation.
  • Introduction to bitmap and vector graphics.
  • Introduction to design principles and elements and interface design.

Reading materials

Reading materials will be provided online.