COM112 Digital Media (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Communication (COMUN)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject explores the nature of storytelling using interactive digital media. Students explore the properties of narrative in a non-linear environment, and the impact of digital media on a range of communication industries.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Bathurst |
| Distance | Bathurst | Session 3 |
| Distance | Bathurst |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: COM112
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate understanding of the history of digital media;
- be able to demonstrate understanding of commonly used terms and definitions related to digital media production;
- be able to demonstrate understanding of emerging narrative forms possible in digital media environments;
- be able to demonstrate understanding of digital media's impact on contemporary media communication practices and popular culture; and
- be able to demonstrate understanding of the ethical implications of working with interactive digital media.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- History of media and digital technology - The language of digital media - Non-linear, multi-linear and interactive narratives - Ethical implications - Digital media and popular culture - Mobile media & ubiquitous computing - Video and alternate reality games
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.