Major

Minor

Courses

1. 
   Computing and New Media Technologies
   (College of Letters and Science)
   Robert Dollinger, Chair of Computing and New Media Technologies
   Room B-246, Science Building
   Phone: 715-346-4409
   E-mail: cnmt@uwsp.edu
   Web: www.uwsp.edu/wdmd

Faculty:  J Barjis, J Carter, A Damle, R Dollinger, A Ellertson, D Gibbs, D Goulet, T Krause, K Miller, T Miller, P Seeling.

The program and courses in Web and Digital Media Development are administered by the Department of Computing and New Media Technologies.  For the most up-to-date program and course information, please visit the Web site www.uwsp.edu/wdmd.

The Web and digital media development major uses Web and digital computer technology to create, communicate and collaborate with an emphasis on applying these techniques to the world of business and commerce.

After you complete this major you will be able to develop multimedia digital presentations, CDs and Web sites. You will be comfortable with the design issues, aesthetic components, computer technology and media tools used in the creative process. You will also have an understanding of the creative, social and technological issues that shape our world and provide the context in which you will be employed following graduation.

Web and Digital Media Development (WDMD) Major
Consists of at least 58 credits:

1. Required: WDMD 100, 200, 201, 210, 211, 302, 312, 480; Business 320, 330; CIS 410.

2. Electives: Complete one of two focuses:
   
   a.  Design focus:
        1)  WDMD 110 or CIS 110.
        2)  WDMD 202.
        3)  18 credits in WDMD courses numbered 345 and above.
   b.  Technical focus:
        1)  WDMD 110 and 111, or CIS 110.
        2)  CIS 120, 210
        3)  Math 209
        4)  Complete one of two concentrations:
               a)  Application Development: CIS 310 and either 341 or 442.
               b)  IT Infrastructure: CIS 360 and either 462 or 463.

Academic Standards and Admission Procedures

1. The WDMD major is open to all university students.

2. To declare a major in WDMD, complete the appropriate form available in the Department of Mathematics and Computing office.

Courses in Web and Digital Media Development

WDMD 100. Creativity and the Arts. 3 cr. Creation across artistic media and genres. Nature of artistic experience as expressed in art, theatre, dance, music, film, video, and computer media. GDR:HU1

WDMD 101. Introduction to Web and Digital Media Development.  3 cr. World Wide Web understanding, appreciation, issues, and content production. Survey of technology and trends including research, copyright, privacy, and censorship.

WDMD 110. Introduction to Object-Oriented Computing. Introduction to the object-oriented paradigm. Development of object-oriented principles including objects, properties, classes, abstraction, aggregation, inheritance, encapsulation and polymorphism. Coding in an object-oriented meta language. Can not receive credit in both WDMD 110 and CIs 110.

WDMD 111. Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming. 2 cr. Development of object-oriented programming techniques using objects, properties, classes, abstraction, aggregation, inheritance, encapsulation and polymorphism. Coding in an object-oriented language. Can not receive credit in both WDMD 111 and CIS 110. Prereq: 110.

WDMD 200. Introduction to Computer Graphics. 3 cr. Survey of three common varieties of software used in web and multimedia development, including raster-based, vector-based, and motion-software. Prereq: 100.

WDMD 201. Introduction to Digital Media Creation. 3 cr. Examine core concepts related to digital media creation, including graphics, audio, video and the multimedia development process. Prereq: 200.

WDMD 202. Digital Image Development. 3 cr. Use advanced graphics and animination tools to develop digital images. Prereq: 200.

WDMD 210. Web Design and Development I. 3 cr. Fundamental principles and techniques of web development, user-centered web design, and basic project management. Topics include (X)HTML, CSS, basic JavaScript, and tools for developing Web applications including code, graphics, and basic multimedia. Prereq: 110 or CIS 110..

WDMD 211. Web Design and Development II. 3 cr. Concepts of client-side programming of web applications. Introduction to one or more Web-centered languages including JavaScript and XML. Prereq:210. 

WDMD 300. Applied Web Development. 3 cr. Introduction and applied use of Web design tools; emphasis on practical Web development strategies and industry best practices. Does NOT count toward WDMD major or minor. May not earn credit in both 270 and 300.

WDMD 301. Internet Languages. 4 cr. Concepts of programming Web applications; introduction to one or more Web programming languages. Prereq: 270.

WDMD 302. Multimedia Authoring. 3 cr. Develop and create digital media including video, audio, animation. Prereq: 201.

WDMD 312. Web Design and Development III. 3 cr. Concepts of server-side programming of Web applications. Introductions toone or more Web-centered languages including PHP and SQL database. Prereq: 211.

WDMD 338. Web Server Administration. 3 cr. Explore essential techniques for administering and securing a Web server. Topics include installation and configuration, virtual Web sites, user authentication, monitoring server access, redirecting URLs, server scripting, database access, server security considerations, and secure sites using SSL and certificates. Hands-on experience with Web server hardware and software systems. May not earn credit in both WDMD 338 and CIS 338. Prereq: CIS 330 or cons instr.

WDMD 345. Advanced Media Development Tools. 3 or 4 cr. Use professional software tools for digital media development. Subtitle will indicate tool(s) and number of credits. Prerequisite will be determined at time of offering based on subtitle. Does not count for Technical focus of WEDMD major.

WDMD 346. Contemporary Topics in Web and Digital Media. 3 or 4 cr. Examine contemporary and emerging topics in Web and digital media. Subtitle will indicate topic and number of credits. Prerequisite will be determined at time of offering based on subtitle. May repeat for credit with different subtitles. 3 cr max toward design focus of WDMD major. Does not count for Technical focus of WDMD major.

WDMD 360. Digital Audio and Video Production. Nonlinear audio and video production techniques including storyboarding, scene visualization, and editing. Prereq: 302.

WDMD 362. Digital Portfolio Development. 3 cr. Advanced examination and application of professional digital portfolio components and processes. Develop, refine and present artifacts that relate to digital media design and development. Prereq: 302 and jr st.

WDMD 364. 3-D Computer Graphics. 3 cr. Develop 3-D computer modeling skills as well as introductory animation skills. Theory of design principles including scale and proportion, 3-D composition, color, etc. as applied to 3-D computer-simulated environments. Prereq: 201, 202.

WDMD 365. Digital Game Development. 3 cr. Exploration of the theory, design, and development of games and simulation for the Web through the use of animation and interactive programming. Prereq: 364.

WDMD 368. Advanced Digital Image Development. 3 cr. Development of advanced skills and techniques for visual storytelling across client-required media including print, web, and multimedia. Prereq: 202.

WDMD 397. Internship in Web and Digital Media Development. 1-3 cr. Participate in supervised training work program that you arrange with your advisor at a cooperating organization. Advisor and chair determine credits. May repeat for 3 cr max. Does not count for Technical focus of WDMD major. Prereq: Cons chair.

WDMD 399. Independent Study. 1-3 cr. Independent study/project development in Web and/or digital media. Advisor and chair determine credits. May repeat for 3 cr. Max. Does not count for Technical focus of WDMD major. Prereq: Cons chair.

WDMD 480. Web Development Seminar and Workshop. 4 cr. Apply Web and media development concepts, principles, and practices using formal presentations and group dynamics to develop a Web-based project in a team environment. Also social, legal, and ethical issues related to using the Web. Prereq: 302, 312, CIS 410