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DMA411 - Introduction to Print

This course explores the intersection of production techniques between print and electronic forms. Students are given a strong foundation in print layout and production, which is then used to explore other forms of output including those for multimedia and different delivery devices. Highlights include an overview of page layout systems and software, typography, offset printing, using Adobe Acrobat as a multimedia tool for interactive presentations and the design and layout of complex documents for both digital and professional output.
Pre-requisites: DMA 233 and DMA 204

DMA421 - Project Management

This course introduces the student to the importance of effective digital media production management and develops the necessary skills and techniques required to develop, manage, budget and plan a project. With an emphasis on both the management and worker side of being on a team, students will execute these solutions in their DMA423: Interactive Development class. With a view to the big picture, topics covered include proposal writing, budgeting, scheduling, tracking, reporting, delegating tasks, how to hire, who to hire and client management. Intellectual property and legal issues will also be discussed. Fitting into a team is an essential part of the production process, and this course enables students to gain solid skills to work within that dynamic.
Pre-requisite: EAC 150.

DMA423 - Interactive Development

This course incorporates the execution of a team-based major production project which also consolidates the skills and techniques learned in the previous three semesters. The final deliverable for this project is the completion of a major portfolio piece which the students use as a group promotion for their careers after graduation. Students may also propose a project for an outside client with the professor's approval. Working with skills and project management techniques studied in their DMA421 class, the team will work through the preproduction process into development, testing and deployment.
Pre-requisite: DMA355.

DMA433 - Independant Production in New Media

The 4th semester incorporates the execution of a team-based major production project which also consolidates the skills and techniques learned in the previous three semesters. The final deliverable for this project is the completion of a major portfolio piece which students use to promote themselves in their careers after graduation. Elements of this project incorporate proposal writing, sound production, design, colour use, video, interactivity, interface design, file format efficiency, storytelling, user friendliness, reporting, timing, production management and so on. Final projects are presented to a panel of faculty and industry experts, are presented as a simulated "pitch" to a client, and influence the grades in each of the other 4th semester classes.

This is your independent project course which can be approached in two ways. You can either complete an Independent Project or a Field Placement. (Either MUST be approved in the preliminary stages.)

Field Placement

DMA students in their 4th semester with a grade point average of 3.0 or better have the opportunity to complete a field placement. This placement consists of 100 hours of work to be completed at a company that fits into in the realm of DMA. It could be Multi Media, Web Design, Publishing or anything that constitutes both digital and art.

It is your responsibility to find and complete this placement. We will do everything we can to help however we will not be able to find a placement for you.

If you complete a placement, there are 2 forms to be filled out, one for the employer and one for you. These forms need to be returned to the DMA coordinator.

Independent Project

If you cannot find a placement or choose not to complete one, you can complete a project in place of field placement. This independent project can be anything that will help you to find a job in your area of choice but must be a separate project from any of your coursework. If your grade point average (Cumulative average) falls below 3.0, you may also complete an independent project. This project must be professionally finished, labeled and packaged. If it is not, it will not be marked.

When you have decided, you will need to email your Program Coordinator with a brief, one paragraph description of what you plan to do.

Students will have a deadline to complete their hours/project and hand in the Field Placement forms or submit your independent project. You may choose to wait until classes are completed and then complete your 100 hours over the next 3 or 4 weeks. You can also work part-time over the semester and accumulate the hours a few at a time. Please contact the DMA Coordinator for further information.

DMA455 - Advanced Action Scripts with Flash

This is the final of three courses about Macromedia Flash, and is taught as a series of mentorship opportunities to provide students with one-on-one direction by industry experts. These mentors will provide essential tips, feedback and pointers to enable students to hone their Flash Skills in a way that makes them more marketable in the professional world. Expanding on the technical side of Flash (including sound), this intensive course features a special emphasis on Action Scripting to enable students to maximize interactive possibilities in their designs.

Pre-requisite: DMA 355 - Advanced Flash.

DMA499 - Motion Graphics Development

This subject explores the design and development of motion graphics: including the integration of typography, raster and vector imagery, video and 3D elements. Students will develop detailed storyboards for both web and video motion graphics projects. Accurate, professional and fluid animation as well as unique and creative design will be stressed. Working with other industry standard software, they will design and develop their own assets for both individual and group portfolio projects.
Pre-requisite: DMA269 and DMA344
Equivalency: VFT700

GEN001 - General Education Option

According to the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities, ?the purpose of General Education in the Ontario college system is to contribute to the development of citizens who are conscious of the diversity, complexity, and richness of the human experience; who are able to establish meaning through this consciousness; and, who, as a result, are able to contribute thoughtfully, creatively, and positively to the society in which they live and work. General Education strengthens students' generic skills, such as critical analysis, problem solving, and communication, in the context of an exploration of topics with broad-based personal and / or societal importance?. Please contact the School of English and Liberal Studies at your campus to find out more about the variety of General Education courses from which you can choose.