TAD2794

Multimedia and society (6 points)

(A&D)

Leader: To be advised

Offered:
Berwick Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: 1.have some understanding of the history of multimedia development; 2.apprehend the potential of multimedia for applications in business, commerce, education, training, entertainment, information referencing, and other areas; 3.have an understanding of the wider social implications of using multimedia; 4.be capable of identifying potential problems and perceiving benefits in planned uses of multimedia; 5.understand how virtual models of reality may provide limited insights into social organisations and their behaviour; 6.be able to demonstrate the need for developing ethical and aesthetic standards in multimedia products which will maximise benefits for users; 7.be able to provide a critical analysis of the impact of a multimedia development in respect of social and cultural issues, and advise the developers accordingly.

Assessment: Essay (1500 words) 30% + Tutorial paper (1000 words) 20% + Essay (2000 words) 50%

Contact Hours: One 3 hour lecture & tutorial and 9 hours of independent study per week

Prerequisites: VCM1101 and VCM1102

Prohibitions: TAD2791,TAD2794,TAD3792