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The Digital Media program embraces the latest digital technologies that surround our everyday lives, integrating traditional design techniques and cutting-edge new technologies, the program is designed to educate creative innovators and visual problem solvers in areas of theory and practice.

Courses I teach:
DIGM: 100 240 241 242 243 331 448 | UNIV: 101

DIGM-100: Digital Design Tools

Students learn the basics of visual design and conceptual development within the digital realm. Software tools such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are utilized.

Credits: 3

Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Program Level(s):
Undergraduate Quarter

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DIGM-240: Web Authoring I

This course explores principles and techniques for developing W3C compliant web sites using XHTML and CSSr.

Credits: 3.00

Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Program Level(s):
Continuing Education

Pre-Requisites:
DIGM 100 Minimum Grade: D
or VSCM 100 Minimum Grade: D
or CS 164 Minimum Grade: D
or INFO 110 Minimum Grade: D
or ISYS 110 Minimum Grade: D

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DIGM-241: Vector Authoring I

Focuses attention on learning multimedia-authorthing tools to create self-contained delivery programs, includes consideration and discussion of social impact of digital technology.

Credits: 3.00

Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Program Level(s):
Continuing Education
Must have the following Classification(s):
Pre-Junior
Sophomore

Pre-Requisites:
DIGM 240 Minimum Grade: D

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DIGM-242: Vector Authoring II

Students learn to animate with code using both object-oriented programming in ActionScript, and Flash rendering techniques. Basic motion principles such as velocity, acceleration, friction, easing, and bouncing are also introduced. Advanced motion techniques include springs, coordinate rotation, conservation of momentum, and forward and inverse kinematics.

Credits: 3.00

Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Program Level(s):
Continuing Education
Must have the following Classification(s):
Pre-Junior
Sophomore

Pre-Requisites:
DIGM 240 Minimum Grade: D

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DIGM-243: Web Authoring II

Students learn the basic principles of content management systems and develop a custom template structure. The class will also focus on cutting-edge XHTML/CSS techniques, including: how to plan, organize, and maintain effective stylesheets, build liquid, elastic, and hybrid layouts, and recognize common browser bugs.

Credits: 3.00

Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Program Level(s):
Continuing Education
Must have the following Classification(s):
Pre-Junior
Sophomore

Pre-Requisites:
DIGM 240 Minimum Grade: D

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DIGM-331: Creative Conceptual Development

This course explores methods to develop design concepts on demand. Topics to be considered include recognizing one’s imaginative potential, developing a visual language, and maintaining an innovating ecology of mind.

Credits: 3.00

Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Program Level(s):
Continuing Education

Pre-Requisites:
None

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DIGM-448: Web Development Workshop I

This course explores the management process of developing or redesigning a successful web site. Students work in team environments to analyze websites; define steps to develop beautifully designed and user friendly websites; and focus on branding, audience, usability testing, and content development.

Credits: 3.00

Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Program Level(s):
Continuing Education
Must have the following Classification(s):
Pre-Junior
Sophomore

Pre-Requisites:
DIGM 240 Minimum Grade: D

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UNIV-101: The Drexel Experience

UNIV 101 is a mandatory course designed to maximize the student's potential to succeed in the classroom and to manage the challenges presented in college and professional life.

Credits: 1.00

Pre-Requisites:
None

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