Fundamentals of Digital Media presents an overview of the different types of digital media and how they are used in the world today. This course examines the impact of digital media on culture and lifestyle, reviews the basic concepts for creating effective digital media, and introduces a number of different career paths related to digital media.
Students learn about the tools used as well as the best practices employed for creating digital media. This includes an overview of the new media creation process and the basic concepts of project management.
In this course, students explore topics such as the use of social media, digital media in advertising, digital media on the World Wide Web, digital media in business, gaming and simulations, e-commerce, and digital music and movies. Students also review the ethics and laws that have an impact on digital media use and creation.