COM3065 Rich Media – Programming

Advanced · 1 credit · MDC - Media, Design, and Communication Arts

Description: Students develop programming skills for creating more complex interactive Web sites. Students also develop skills such as understanding the event model and object-oriented environment.
Prerequisite: COM3055: Rich Media – Basics
Parameters: Access to a computer work station and the Internet.

Outcomes The student will:

1 set project requirements
2 identify rich media design elements
- 2.1 identify general and program-specific standard practices for designing rich media content for a Web site
- 2.2 identify general and program-specific techniques to create rich media elements that are accessible and readable
- 2.3 demonstrate knowledge of design elements and principles
3 build rich media elements
- 3.1 identify elements/tools of the program interface
- 3.2 use a storyboard to map, organize and produce rich media elements
- 3.3 adjust document properties
- 3.4 edit symbols and instances
- 3.5 use an appropriate programming language, being sure to:
  - 3.5.1 create variables using appropriate data types
  - 3.5.2 assign data to the variables
  - 3.5.3 use appropriate selection structures; e.g., if, if … else, switch
  - 3.5.4 use appropriate looping sequences
  - 3.5.5 use output commands, e.g., methods or operators, to display processed data in an appropriately formatted form
  - 3.5.6 maintain the input, processing and output structure of the algorithm
  - 3.5.7 use appropriate internal and external documentation; e.g., comments
  - 3.5.8 use pre-configured program-specific functions to manipulate on-screen activity
  - 3.5.9 use custom scripts to manipulate on-screen activity
  - 3.5.10 use program-specific event handler to manipulate on-screen activity; e.g., onClick, onComplete, onFocus
- 3.6 test an application
- 3.7 create masks
- 3.8 use advanced controls through programming
- 3.9 add and export video
4 evaluate rich media elements
- 4.1 conduct basic technical tests
- 4.2 identify techniques for basic usability tests
- 4.3 outline tasks and alternative strategies for Web site maintenance; e.g., in-house Webmaster, contract services
5 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice
6 present the Web site to an audience
- 6.1 make development decisions based on analysis and interpretation of design specifications
- 6.2 consider multiple assessments; e.g., after initial creation, revisions, final version
- 6.3 add the Web site to a portfolio
7 enhance the Web site
- 7.1 update data
- 7.2 debug and revise code as required
8 apply consistent and appropriate work station routines
- 8.1 demonstrate good health and safety practices; e.g., posture, positioning of hardware and furniture
- 8.2 demonstrate security for hardware, software, supplies and personal work
9 demonstrate basic competencies
- 9.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 9.1.1 communicate
  - 9.1.2 manage information
  - 9.1.3 use numbers
  - 9.1.4 think and solve problems
- 9.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 9.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 9.2.2 be responsible
  - 9.2.3 be adaptable
  - 9.2.4 learn continuously
  - 9.2.5 work safely
- 9.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 9.3.1 work with others
  - 9.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
10 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
- 10.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
- 10.2 identify steps to achieve goals