Course detail
Basics of Multimedia Technology
FaVU-ZMT-ZAcad. year: 2018/2019
The course focuses on theoretical and practical aspects of multimedia technology.
Language of instruction
Czech
Number of ECTS credits
2
Mode of study
Not applicable.
Guarantor
Department
Section of AV technology
(KAT)
Learning outcomes of the course unit
Orientation in the wide range of tools for creating interactive multimedia works and installations. Mastering the basics of using technology MIDI, OSC, DMX.
Prerequisites
None.
Co-requisites
Not applicable.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.
Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes
credit: attendance
Course curriculum
1) Theoretical introduction, clarifying the historical context, the explanation of the terms “interactivity” or “intermediality” etc.
2) Introduction of a wide range of tools, equipment and technology for the implementation of interactive systems, multimedia installations, audiovisual performances etc.
3) Samples of the most used programs, comparison tools that respects the principles of modular multimedia etc.
2) Introduction of a wide range of tools, equipment and technology for the implementation of interactive systems, multimedia installations, audiovisual performances etc.
3) Samples of the most used programs, comparison tools that respects the principles of modular multimedia etc.
Work placements
Not applicable.
Aims
Students learn the principles of the so-called graphical programming environments, students learn how to design and implement interactive audiovisual installation, multimedia performance etc.
Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences
Attendance in seminaries is mandatory.
Recommended optional programme components
Not applicable.
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable.
Basic literature
Herbert M. McLuhan: Člověk, média a elektronická kultura.
Lev Manovich: The language of New Media.
Miller Puckette: Theory and Technique of Electronic Music.
Lev Manovich: The language of New Media.
Miller Puckette: Theory and Technique of Electronic Music.
Recommended reading
Not applicable.
Classification of course in study plans