Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

This course centers on improving interactive design concepts and skills, improving concepts and skills using vector draw programs, and learning to work effectively in a team environment.

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1. Design user interfaces using industry standard tools.
2. Design layouts for interactive multimedia applications utilizing features of information architecture, aesthetics, and human factors to targeted audiences.
3. Evaluate digital media designs, identify items for improvement, and implement changes.

This course is an introduction to the concepts and principles of multimedia design and
interactivity. We will be discussing ideas related to design and the class will be focusing
on developing the skills required for creating interactive work.

Lecture, demonstration, & interactive methods of instruction will be used to provide the
information necessary to achieve the expected student outcomes.

We will explore composition of color, form, content, and typography and how it relates to
art and design.

Students will create all artwork and content. We will be using Photoshop, Illustrator and
Website creation apps for projects.

Assessment is designed to indicate achievement of the course outcome and performance tasks. The instructor will outline the methods used to assess student progress and the criteria for assigning a grade at the beginning of the course. Assessment will be based upon a combination of research and project assignments. Determination of problem solving skills, team work, and communication skills may also be included.

Project planning

Terminology

Media layout

Typography

Color theory

Information architecture