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Diploma in Multimedia

Introduction:

Multimedia is a specialized field with industry-relevant and used in various sectors of the economy such as animation, broadcasting and advertising. The Diploma in Multimedia provides you with knowledge and skills relating to computer, IT, graphics, audio, video, animation and web. The purpose of this course is to provide both a broad and comprehensive approach to digital media. It introduces students to the relevant theory, technology, techniques and tools, and emphasises outcomes.

Students will have the opportunity to design and develop effective multimedia systems using new and established techniques and software tools. A strong emphasis will be placed on students gaining the necessary skills to develop cutting edge multimedia applications or design for delivery on both CD-ROM and the Internet. The emphasis of the course is not solely on multimedia skills, but also on personal and business skills that enable the student to become an effective communicator, team player and a valued employee.

Core Subject Description

Introduction to Information Technology
This course provides a basic understanding of basic computer system including hardware and software. It provides knowledge on Microsoft Office and its application in problem solving. It also exposes the student to communication system and computer networking, system analysis and design, data or information management and computer issues.

Basic Drawing
This course provides an overview of the methods and tools used for drawing. Drawing is as much about learning how to see and think about form and space as it is about technique. The drawing part itself is just marks on paper. But those marks come together to tell the viewer something about the world that you, the artist, have experienced. Drawing gives you a deeper understanding of the subject you are trying to capture. Students will develop a better understanding of the forms you are observing and become more skillful in representing those forms.

Digital Audio
This course discusses on digital audio in detail. Topics discussed are basic sound principles, fundamental of audio, history of sound recording, sound and computers – analog to digital, sound and multimedia, case study – audio in media, use of digital audio in multimedia applications, introduction to video and audio, introduction to digital video and basic principles of video and film, history of film and video production stages

Introduction to Programming
This course exposes the students to problem solving techniques by using flowchart and pseudo code and introduces C programming language in program development. This course covers topics such as introduction to problem solving, introduction to C, program control structure, function, 1-D and 2-D array, structure and input output files.

Introduction to Graphic Design
This course is an introduction to design basic which is a popular introduction to two-dimensional design. Each concept is presented in a full two-page spread, making the text practical and easy for students to refer to while they work. Visual examples from many periods and cultures are provided for all elements and principles of design. This course is also introduces students to an exciting and demanding fields. Design is linked tightly to society as it both reflects and helps to shape the world around us. This field requires discipline-specific information, hands-on practice and an understanding of time-honored principles. Student will find a comprehensive introduction to the field of graphic design that stresses theory and creative development.

Multimedia Development 1: Multimedia Principles
This course will cover all the components and functions of related computer and technology, and also technology trend in the next future such as multimedia and telecommunication in Malaysia. Student also will be exposes to the evolution, applications, multimedia basic requirements element of multimedia and multimedia element such as text, audio, video, animation and graphic on computer.

Introduction to Photography
This subject emphasises hands-on activities to expose students to the ways of using the camera, the studio lights, and other tools. Students will also be involved in the works that take place in and out of the studio to allow them to experience a balanced working environment.

Computerised Graphic
The course is designed for students learning the basics of computer graphics. It integrates the instruction of digital imaging skills with design principles and art/design history. Students will learn the concept, theory, technique and design instruction in digital design. This subject introduces students to essential software techniques in Illustrator, Photoshop, and other raster and vector programs.

Instructional Design
This course will give the student to explore and discuss instructional design theory and learn selected techniques associated with instructional design based on learning theories for multimedia. Students will conduct a needs analysis, a task analysis, develop the content and evaluate the success of an instructional content with emphasis on making content clearer and more meaningful with multimedia. The overall goal of this is being able to make informed instructional design decisions that contribute to effective instruction.

Graphic User Interface I: User Interface Elements
This course will discuss on the elements of user interface design where the students will be exposed to user interface design elements from command-line interfaces and graphical-user interfaces (GUIs) to object-oriented user interfaces (OOUIs) and cutting-edge interface technologies and techniques. Throughout, coverage is liberally supplemented with screen shots, real-life case studies, and vignettes that bring interface design principles to life.

Multimedia Development II: Multimedia Design
This subject provides students with knowledge of multimedia design. Students will learn about the issues that arise from designing with new and developing technology and the role of the building blocks of multimedia (sound, color, and animation). o Computer Animation I: 2D Animation - This subject is an exposure to students in designing and producing a model using the computer, techniques to form skeletal, timing and lip synch. The students will be exposed to software application for animation production.

Web Programming
This course introduce the essential topics of Internet and World Wide Web. This course includes the writing of programs to produce web pages. Students will be taught to manipulate various elements such as hypertext, graphics, video and audio to produce interactive and attractive web pages. Student also will be exposed to scripting using ASP and JavaScript to connect web pages with database. Topics covered are programming standpoint on Internet structure, World Wide Web, Developing web pages using HTML code, form programming, introduction to CGI and ASP, introduction to JavaScript, introduction to XHTML, XML and CSS and data security in Internet.

Graphic User Interface II: Designing User Interface
Topics discussed include kicking interface goals, interface paradigms, setting the style, information designs, usability, test method, conducting tests, critiques, screen based control, icons, branding and future directions. o Multimedia Development III: Multimedia Authoring - This course emphasizes on multimedia development using Lingo programming and object oriented programming, and programming interactivity for navigation, communication, design and entertainment.

Database System
This course provides an introduction to database: the concepts and basic terminologist, data model – hierarchical, network and relational, database design, SQL, issues in databases – integrity and security, current issues in databases.

Visual Basic Programming
This course introduces the students to Visual Basic.Net programming, sub-procedure and function, control structure statements, array (1 dimension and 2 dimensions), file processing and database.

Digital Video
This course discusses the basic principles and techniques of video production currently employed in documentation and the arts. The topics include an overview of some learning and message design theories, script writing and storyboarding, shooting and sound recording techniques, and post production skills.

 

Entry Requirements:

  1. Certificate in Science Computer PTPL with a pass in all subjects

    OR

  2. A pass in SPM or equivalent with credits in 5 subjects including bahasa Malaysia/Melayu and mathematics.

    OR

  3. Certificate in related fields from Polytechnics, IPTA or accredited IPTS or other institutions recognized by the Senate of Management & Science University (MSU).
Professional Recognition
Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA)

Career Opportunities

Graduates will find ample opportunity in not only availing themselves to careers in entertainment industry but also in government services, academia as well as careers in multimedia, broadcasting and creative design. They also can apply their skills and knowledge of multimedia technologies in business and marketing field.

Career prospect for the graduate from this programme they can become as:-

  1. Artists
  2. Designers
  3. Modeler/Animator
  4. Multimedia Editor
  5. Production