Combines the traditional media production pipeline and software engineering processes to synthesize an approach geared for the production of works incorporating both artistic and computational elements.
This course shall focus on the theory and practice of multimedia production with an emphasis on the production of interactive software. The the core of this course is a full-semester team project, that we will very loosely term a "game" (for we are not limiting ourselves to producing "traditional" computer games, although that is certainly an option).
Teams shall propose and (once approved by the instructor) develop a full-semester interactive multimedia project that integrates visual, acoustic, and narrative elements. The teams shepherd their project idea through the production pipeline — from sketch and preliminary design to final implementation, testing, and postmortem. Individual students are equally responsible for contributing to both the artistic and programmatic elements of their team's project and are expected to fully participate in all aspects of the production life-cycle. The instructor provides continuing oversight and guidance — ensuring that the teams stay on track and assist in resolving technical challenges.
Classes shall meet in both a traditional classroom setting (for relevant lectures, discussions, and quizzes) as well as a computer lab (enabling the instructor to observe and guide the teams through the development process).
By the end of the term, the successful student will have developed skills and attitudes that foster creativity and innovation. Students shall be able to:
| Name | Office | Office Hours | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dave Small | dts@cise.ufl.edu | CSE E422 | --tba-- | 450-3423 |
http://www.cise.ufl.edu/~dts/cap3020/
CAP 3027
Monday, 4/22
Read the Course Policies page!
Readings will be assigned from the required texts, eBooks via the UF library's access to Books24x7, and the internet. All assigned readings are fair game for the quizzes. You are expected to read items in a timely manner — "the site was down/busy when I tried to access it before class today" isn't an acceptable excuse.
There is a limit to how many people from UF can simultaneously connect to Books24x7: be sure to logout when you aren't actively reading by clicking LOG OUT (top left menubar item) and closing the browser window.
Just clicking on the link to the reading assignment won't work. You must go through a three step process:
I do not give grades: students earn their grades. Your final grade will be based on the number of grade points you have accumulated at the end of the semester. The grading scale will be no harsher than 100-92 = A, 91-89 = A-, 88-86 = B+, 85-82 = B, 81-79 = B-, 78-76 = C+, 76-72 = C, 71-69 = C-, 68-66 = D+, 65-62 = D, 61-59 = D-, 58-0 = E. During the semester you will accumulate points in categories weighted as follows:
| 25% | participation/preparedness |
| 75% | term project |
It is your responsibility to earn the grade you desire.
Note: completion of the ungraded biosketch and post-mortem assignments is required to pass the course.
The term group project is the major component of this course. You will be required to objectively evaluate the performance of all team members, including yourself. Peer evaluations will be factored into the grading.
“A C- will not be a qualifying grade for critical tracking courses. In order to graduate, students must have an overall GPA and an upper-division GPA of 2.0 or better (C or better). Note: a C- average is equivalent to a GPA of 1.67, and therefore, it does not satisfy this graduation requirement. For more information on grades and grading policies, please visit: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/catalog/policies/regulationgrades.html”
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. Unless otherwise explicitly stated, assignments are individual projects. You are expected to do your own work; individuals who misrepresent work as being their own, submit fabricated data, or otherwise engage in anti-intellectual behavior will be dealt with severely and reported to the Office for Student Judicial Affairs. You may freely use any code presented in the textbook, provided by your instructor, or authored by yourself. You are prohibited from using code from any other source without written permission from the instructor. Remember, sharing your work with another student is a violation of the honor code. For more information, consult the Dean of Students Academic Honesty - Student Guide.
My goal is simple: to help you learn — both inside and outside the classroom. If you have questions, there is no excuse for not getting help. The TAs, consultants, and I all hold office hours just for the purpose of helping you, either one-on-one or in small groups. No matter how busy we may look, during office hours, you have priority over everything else. If you have a problem or question, come by and we'll talk about it — don't put it off.
This document is subject to revision as needed. All modifications will be noted in this section.
19. This statement must be included in every grade scale on syllabi: “A C- will not be a qualifying grade for critical tracking courses. In order to graduate, students must have an overall GPA and an upper-division GPA of 2.0 or better (C or better). Note: a C- average is equivalent to a GPA of 1.67, and therefore, it does not satisfy this graduation requirement. For more information on grades and grading policies, please visit: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/catalog/policies/regulationgrades.html” 20. Honesty Policy – All students admitted to the University of Florida have signed a statement of academic honesty committing themselves to be honest in all academic work and understanding that failure to comply with this commitment will result in disciplinary action. This statement is a reminder to uphold your obligation as a UF student and to be honest in all work submitted and exams taken in this course and all others. 21. Accommodation for Students with Disabilities – Students Requesting classroom accommodation must first register with the Dean of Students Office. That office will provide the student with documentation that he/she must provide to the course instructor when requesting accommodation. 22. UF Counseling Services – Resources are available on-campus for students having personal problems or lacking clear career and academic goals. The resources include: - University Counseling Center, 301 Peabody Hall, 392-1575, Personal and Career Counseling. - SHCC mental Health, Student Health Care Center, 392-1171, Personal and Counseling. - Center for Sexual Assault/Abuse Recovery and Education (CARE), Student Health Care Center, 392-1161, sexual assault counseling. - Career Resource Center, Reitz Union, 392-1601, career development assistance and counseling. 23. Software Use – All faculty, staff and student of the University are required and expected to obey the laws and legal agreements governing software use. Failure to do so can lead to monetary damages and/or criminal penalties for the individual violator. Because such violations are also against University policies and rules, disciplinary action will be taken as appropriate. We, the members of the University of Florida community, pledge to uphold ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of honesty and integrity. Note: Statements in items 19-23, should be included as is.