Web Design & Interactive Media (AA)
Students begin the program by developing artistic skills in drawing and design, while learning the fundamentals of digital imaging and basic Web technologies. Intermediate courses introduce students to Web standards, scripting, information architecture, interface design concepts, media integration and team-based project skills. Students continue to develop their Web skills, while learning programming and scripting techniques using Flash and JavaScript for design, animation, and data handling. Advanced classes help students develop creative communication strategies, critical thinking, and problem solving skills while maintaining holistic, goal-oriented design and perspective on their projects.
In advanced courses in the bachelor of fine arts program, students focus on conceptual problem solving, content and usability research, accessibility principles, and design of interactive communication solutions. They expand their understanding of the structure and technologies of Web and interactive media projects, and learn techniques for designing and managing large projects. They develop these projects, often for real clients from the non-profit sector. Finally, students produce their own professional-quality, digital portfolios as interactive media presentations of their work and abilities.