Courses

Introduces and explores the "Computational style of thinking" and its influence in science, mathematics, engineering and the arts. The course does not focus on the nuts and bolts of any particular programming language, but rather on the way in which computing has affected human culture and thought in the past half century. Same as CSCI 1240.

Surveys the history of information technologies and modern techniques of information production, storage, transmission, and retrieval. Emphasizes understanding not only the technological transformations in interpersonal, organizational, and mass communication, but also the technological, social and political changes that underlie the movement toward a digital society. ATLS 2000 and HUEN 2020 are the same course.

Introduces techniques, software, and related conceptsof digital design and image making through individual and group projects. Emphasizes digital animation, digital audio, digital video and website design and development as a means to formal and expressive ends. Introduces students to critical readings and theories related to digital media practice. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prerequisites: Requires prerequisite course of ATLS 2000 or HUEN 2020 (minimum grade C).

The fundamental goal of this course is to teach students how to use digital design tools effectively and compellingly. Through lectures, class discussions, projects and critiques, this course will cover the critical, theoretical, and technical skill sets necessary to become a more engaging, thoughtful, and articulate designer. Prerequisites: Requires prerequisite courses of ATLS 2000 and 3010 (all minimum grade C). Restricted to students with minor in Technology, Arts, and Media (MTAM).

Supports students in developing professional skills and practices in human computer interaction, design of interactive systems, computer supported cooperative work, computer supported collaborative learning, educational technology, tools that support creativity, user-developed knowledge collections, and gaming. May be repeated up to 10 total credit hours. Same as CSCI 3112.

Allows undergraduate students to work on collaborative projects with faculty and with external organizations under faculty supervision. The course will focus on teamwork, conceptual planning, technical design and development, and working within real-world client environments. Critical skills include project research, planning, design, development, trouble-shooting, and presentation. Recommended prereq., ATLS 3020. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prerequisites: Requires prerequisite courses of ATLS 2000 and 3010 (all minimum grade C).

The focus of this advanced practicum course is the development of an individual thesis project. Specific class sessions will feature a combination of lectures, demonstrations, guest speakers, lab sessions, and critiques. This course also entails group work, portfolio development, critical theoretical readings, and a significant written component. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prerequisites: Requires prerequisite courses of ATLS 2000, ATLS 3010 and ATLS 3020 (all minimum grade C). Restricted to students with minor in Technology, Arts, and Media (MTAM).

Serves as foundation course for MS-ICTD program. Students will evaluate case studies across a range of technologies and applications. Students will learn how to match available technologies to human and environmental needs and resources, be introduced to the seminal work and leaders in the field, and discuss the future of ICTD as an emerging area of academic focus. Same as ATLS 5230.

Develops a firm understanding of the general principles of computer animation. Lectures cover the creation of models, materials, textures, surfaces, and lighting. Path and key frame animation, particle dynamics, and rendering are introduced. Students are assigned a number of animation tutorials to carry out. CSCI 4809/5809 and ATLS 4809/5809 are all the same course.

Provides a comprehensive overview of developing mobile applications using a range of technologies including software developers' kits, object-oriented programming, and human interface design principles. Students incorporate leading edge technologies with their own academic pursuits and personal interests to develop mobile applications. This course also explores the social and cultural effects of app and mobile-based computing. Same as ATLS 4120.

Introduces students to the theories and policy of international development. The course will examine the role of multilateral agencies, foundations, aid organizations, corporate entities and academia in development as both an industry and a research field. The course will focus on development movements and their outcomes, the inter-related nature of development and its effect on policies and programs, and critiques. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.

Serves as foundation course for MS-ICTD program. Students will evaluate case studies across a range of technologies and applications. Students will learn how to match available technologies to human and environmental needs and resources, be introduced to the seminal work and leaders in the field, and discuss the future of ICTD as an emerging area of academic focus. Same as ATLS 4230. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.