Below I will discuss some of the courses I have taken while at PennWest Univerity. Those listed are the core of this major and learning about multimedia.
| Course Title | Semester Completed | Course Description |
|---|---|---|
| Foundations of Digital Media (DGMT 1800) | Fall 2024 | This course introduces the core principles of digital media technology, covering essential components such as hardware, software, peripheral devices, and various forms of digital content creation. Topics include conventional photography, scanned images, digital photography, bit-mapped and vector-based image editing, web design, video production, animation, 3D modeling, and audio. The course will also explore the use of digital media across various industries, including business, marketing, education, entertainment, and training. Through practical, hands-on assignments, students will gain real-world experience to reinforce the concepts learned in lectures. The course includes two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory work each week. |
| Foundations of Print Media (DGMT 1000) | Fall 2023 | This course offers an in-depth exploration of the practical applications of electronic file preparation within the context of print production. Students will delve into the intricacies of image design, file conversion techniques, preparation of image carriers, as well as the methods of image transfer and finishing. By blending theoretical insights with hands-on experience, the course equips students with the expertise to effectively create, manage, and optimize digital files for professional-grade print production. The curriculum includes two lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week, providing a balanced approach to learning both the creative and technical aspects of the field. |
| Digital Photography (DGMT 2200) | Fall 2023 | This course focuses on mastering the art of still photography using digital cameras, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of key techniques and concepts. Topics include the fundamental operation of digital cameras, photographic composition, lighting, photo retouching, tonal correction, and digital output. Through hands-on studio experience, students will develop skills in digital image manipulation, utilizing advanced computer-based tools to enhance and refine their photos. The course combines practical application with technical expertise, ensuring students are well-equipped to produce high-quality, professionally edited digital images. |
| Spec. Graphics Print Techniques (DGMT 3120) | Spring 2024 | This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of specialty printing, including screen printing, pad transfer printing, printed electronics, and other advanced printing processes. Students will explore the unique applications of these techniques while engaging in hands-on activities designed to emphasize quality control and process consistency. Key topics include the control of printing variables to ensure repeatability, digital design and imaging, single and multi-color image creation, conversion, and transfer, as well as manual and semi-automatic press operations. Emphasis is placed on achieving precision, especially in the printing of simple and complex close-register line images. The course combines two lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week, offering both theoretical insights and practical experience. |
This course introduces the core principles of digital media technology, covering essential components such as hardware, software, peripheral devices, and various forms of digital content creation. Topics include conventional photography, scanned images, digital photography, bit-mapped and vector-based image editing, web design, video production, animation, 3D modeling, and audio. The course will also explore the use of digital media across various industries, including business, marketing, education, entertainment, and training. Through practical, hands-on assignments, students will gain real-world experience to reinforce the concepts learned in lectures. The course includes two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory work each week.
This course offers an in-depth exploration of the practical applications of electronic file preparation within the context of print production. Students will delve into the intricacies of image design, file conversion techniques, preparation of image carriers, as well as the methods of image transfer and finishing. By blending theoretical insights with hands-on experience, the course equips students with the expertise to effectively create, manage, and optimize digital files for professional-grade print production. The curriculum includes two lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week, providing a balanced approach to learning both the creative and technical aspects of the field.
This course focuses on mastering the art of still photography using digital cameras, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of key techniques and concepts. Topics include the fundamental operation of digital cameras, photographic composition, lighting, photo retouching, tonal correction, and digital output. Through hands-on studio experience, students will develop skills in digital image manipulation, utilizing advanced computer-based tools to enhance and refine their photos. The course combines practical application with technical expertise, ensuring students are well-equipped to produce high-quality, professionally edited digital images.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of specialty printing, including screen printing, pad transfer printing, printed electronics, and other advanced printing processes. Students will explore the unique applications of these techniques while engaging in hands-on activities designed to emphasize quality control and process consistency. Key topics include the control of printing variables to ensure repeatability, digital design and imaging, single and multi-color image creation, conversion, and transfer, as well as manual and semi-automatic press operations. Emphasis is placed on achieving precision, especially in the printing of simple and complex close-register line images. The course combines two lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week, offering both theoretical insights and practical experience.