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| DIFD 141 - Introduction to Web Application Design (4:3:2). |
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This course introduces the basic tools and concepts, involved in developing a substantial web site. Examples of tools include languages such as HTML, Java, and Javascript as well as commercial development tools such as Flash, Photoshop and Dreamweaver. While server side programming will be discussed, the emphasis will be on the client side. Programming concepts include loops and arrays. Students will produce a site that requires developing and managing more than one page.
Notes: Course is cross-listed with CSCI 141. Offered in spring.
Prerequisites: CSCI 151; or the combination of CSCI 101, 101A, and 101P; or permission of Instructor.
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours 0.000 Other hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study/Research, Lecture/Lab-Clinical Computing and Info Sciences Department Course Attributes: Logic Language and Semiotics |
| DIFD 151 - Information Design Seminar: Introduction to Information Design (1:1:0) |
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This course will introduce students to the components of the major. The course will focus on the interconnectivity between programs areas, contemporary issues in Internet technology and communication, future areas of concern, and online sources. Students will be required to assess their personal interest in the major and plan their long-range program of study.
Notes: Open only to Information Design majors. Offered in spring.
1.000 Credit hours 1.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study/Research, Seminar/Recitation Computing and Info Sciences Department |
| DIFD 211 - Communication Theory and the Internet (3). |
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This course will examine the Internet in the context of the evolution of the media. Audience analysis and information gathering will be emphasized. Communication Theory will be applied to the development and execution of simple news and marketing communication messages.
Notes: Offered in spring.
Prerequisites: CSCI 151 or the combination of CSCI 101, CSCI 101A, and CSCI 101P; and a C- or better in HMXP 102.
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 5.000 Lab hours 0.000 Other hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study/Research, Lecture Computing and Info Sciences Department |
| DIFD 321 - Information Systems and Organizations (3). |
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This course is an introduction to and analysis of the major functional areas of businesses and their integration within the domain of digital commerce. The course introduces students to the language and concepts of e-business. Special emphasis is placed on innovation within organizations and challenges faced by traditional bricks-and-mortar businesses in surviving the change ushered in by digital commerce. Brands and branding strategies as related to the marketing area of business will also be covered.
Notes: Offered in fall.
Prerequisites: DIFD 211; junior standing
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study/Research, Lecture Computing and Info Sciences Department |
| DIFD 322 - Visual Design of Complex Systems (3:1:4). |
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This course will examine the responses of users and their interaction with a variety of interfaces. The focus of the course will be on efficient navigation principles, information hierarchy, and usability testing of complex information systems. Production of interfaces will use theories discussed in this course.
Notes: Offered in spring.
Prerequisites: VCOM 262.
Corequisites: DIFD 321.
3.000 Credit hours 0.000 Lecture hours 4.000 Lab hours 1.000 Other hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study/Research, Lecture/Lab-Clinical Computing and Info Sciences Department |
| DIFD 351 - Information Design Seminar: Special Topics (1). |
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This course will explore personal, environmental, business, and social trends currently affecting Information Design. Adjacent fields such as human factors, humanities computing, HCI, information architecture and possibly library science, will be part of the discussion. Topics within these fields as they relate to Information Design, and the implications of changes in these fields will also be included. Topic discussions will include case studies, news items of the day, and recent journal entries.
Notes: Offered in fall.
Prerequisites: DIFD 151.
1.000 Credit hours 1.000 Lecture hours 0.000 Lab hours 0.000 Other hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study/Research, Lecture, Seminar/Recitation Computing and Info Sciences Department |
| DIFD 415 - Law and Ethics for Digital Media (3). |
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Description: This course will require students to integrate legal and ethical issues of concern in information design relative to the four disciplines represented in the major. Students will review and analyze appropriate case law, federal regulations, and professional codes of conduct. Subjects to be covered include libel, privacy, and identity issues, copyright and trademark issues, photo and audio manipulation, fraud and liability issues, data security and cyber-terrorism, spam and junk mail issues, FTC and FCC regulations.
Notes: Offered in fall.
Prerequisites: DIFD 322 or permission of instructor.
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 0.000 Lab hours 0.000 Other hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study/Research, Lecture Computing and Info Sciences Department |
| DIFD 451 - Senior Synthesis |
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This integrative seminar in information design requires students to design and implement a web-based (or other approved) communication and relationship-building program for an outside client. Students are expected to work in teams and to use knowledge and expertise from their individual tracks to complete a course project.
Notes: Offered in spring.
Prerequisites: DIFD 322 and DIFD 415.
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study/Research, Lecture Computing and Info Sciences Department Course Attributes: Capstone Course |
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