WEB 2120

Audio/Video for the Web

3 Credit Hours

Course Information

Course Description:

This course is designed to familiarize students with the technologies associated with bringing photographic (film, video and still) images and audio to the Internet environment and enable them to identify and use the tools which facilitate these media in Web sites. Appropriate media selection, software tools for encoding various media, delivery system attributes and limitations, associated file types, audio and video codecs and software players will be discussed. Students will learn to prepare aural and visual media for the Web by creating and encoding assigned projects. Students will learn to design for and solve problems with the integration of audio and video media into pre-existing Web sites.

Course Objectives:

Students will:

  1. Practice elements of the work ethic such as professionalism, preparedness, punctuality, honesty, cooperation, dependability, contribution, effectiveness, and good manners.
  2. Participate in a project development team.
  3. Use professionally accepted methods and materials in completion of projects.
  4. Use a variety of methods to present findings from research.
  5. Employ problem solving methods to resolve technical and design issues. Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  6. Write explanations of the principle concepts of the dominant technologies that facilitate the use of audio, video, and photographic images on the Internet.
  7. Use appropriate terminology to identify and discuss media types and delivery systems and processes.
  8. Identify appropriately prepared media for use in Web sites.
  9. Select equipment and software appropriate for preparing specific audio and image media types to use in Web sites.
  10. Locate and install software used to prepare audio and video for use on the Internet.
  11. Perform all technical aspects of designing, planning, creating, selecting, capturing, editing, converting, encoding, linking, uploading, and testing audio and video in Web sites.
  12. Develop skill in solving problems with the integration and design of audio/video streaming for pre-existing Web site.
  13. Effectively use time management principles for their projects and assignments.
  14. Contribute to class discussion and project critiques and use the appropriate terminology to describe and evaluate media, procedures, equipment, software, and delivery systems.
  15. Use tools of the Internet to communicate, manage, produce, and work with others in web work groups.
  16. Solve problems encountered when integrating audio and video media into pre-existing Web sites.

Prerequisites and Corequisites:

A practical knowledge of how the Internet operates and working knowledge of HTML code, graphic formats, web site building, web page design, and an introductory knowledge of a computer graphics program is required. These pre- and co-requisites may be obtained through these courses:

  • COMN 1000--Beginning HTML (NSTCC)

Course Topics:

 

Topic

1

Introduction

2

Streaming and QuickTime

3

Web Server Streaming

4

Preproduction

5

Production and Post

6

Encoding Windows Media

7

Encoding Real

8

Encoding QuickTime

9

Encoding Flash

10

Edit and Embed Events

11

Servers

12

Metafiles

13

Embedding

14

Advanced Topics

15

Evaluations

Specific Course Requirements:

Students need to have basic computer proficiency, working knowledge of HTML, ability to create graphics for the Web, and ability to design and structure a web site. Students need to download and install QuickTimePro, Flip4Mac, FUGU, FileZilla, RealPlayer, RealProducer Basic, WindowsMedia Encoder, Windows Media Player, Netscape, Mozilla, and Explorer.

Textbooks, Supplementary Materials, Hardware and Software Requirements

Required Textbooks:

Please visit the Virtual Bookstore to obtain textbook information for this course:

 http://rodp.bkstr.com

 

Supplementary Materials:

Download and subscribe to Lynda.com online video tutorials with online payment.

Download QuickTimePro from Apple.com and Flip4Mac with online payment.

 

Download Flip4Mac with online payment.

Hardware Requirements

 

The minimum requirements can be found at http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm.

Hardware/Software Requirements for this Course

IBM-type criteria:

Hardware:

  • Intel Pentium 4, Intel Centrino, Intel Xeon, or Intel Core Duo (or compatible) processor.
  • Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista Home Premium, Business, Ultimate or Enterprise (certified for 32-bit editions)
  • 1 GB of RAM
  • 5 GB of available hard-disk space
  • 1024 x 768 monitor resolution with 16-bit video card
  • CD-ROM drive (DVD preferred)
  • High-speed Internet connection such as cable modem or DSL recommended, if possible
  • Speakers

Software:

  • Internet Explorer 6.0 (or higher) with Outlook Express
  • Macromedia Shockwave and Flash players. Download free from http://www.macromedia.com/downloads/
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0 or better. Download free from http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/main.html
  • OPTIONAL: Netscape 7.0 (full installation)

Macintosh criteria:

Hardware:

  • PowerPC G4 or G5 or multicore Intel processor
  • Mac OS X v.10.4.8
  • 1 GB of RAM
  • 7 GB of available hard-disk space
  • 1024 x 768 monitor resolution with 16-bit video card
  • CD-ROM (DVD preferred)
  • High-speed Internet connection such as cable modem or DSL recommended, if possible
  • Speakers

Software:

  • QuickTime 7.0.4 or better
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader 6 or better. Download free from http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/main.html
  • Macromedia Shockwave and Flash players. Download free from http://www.macromedia.com/downloads/

Software Requirements:

The minimum requirements can be found at http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm. Specific software requirements for this course include Macromedia Flash 8.

Instructor Information

Please see the instructor page for instructor contact information as well as a statement of virtual office hours and other communication information.

Assessment and Grading

Testing Procedures:

Online quizzes are built into this course. A major portion of the student's grade is based on hands on projects completed. The purpose of the online quizzes is to encourage the student to work through the lessons, exercises and to help become familiar with the concepts and principles explained in the textbook and chapters and tutorial videos.

Students are expected to complete all assignments and projects satisfactorily on time in a professional manner. Evaluation of the students knowledge and performance will be based on demonstration by written discussion and testing of the basic competencies required to deploy audio and video on the web, as well as demonstrated ability to produce and incorporate suitable audio and video content in a functioning project site. Students will successfully complete exercises and projects to demonstrate mastery of concepts and skills.

Grading Procedure:

The final grade will be determined on the basis of scores on assignments, projects, quizzes and participation as well as the instructor's evaluation of the student's understanding and application of the concepts covered in the course. Any coursework by someone other than the enrolled student will not recieve credit, will be reported for disciplinary action and will result in failure. The highest standard of conduct and performance is expected from each student at all times.

Grading Scale:

A = 90-100%    450-500 points
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = 0-59%           0-299 points

 

  • Assignments and Projects: 60 percent of grade. Students will complete assignments related to textbook and online readings weekly in addition to several comprehensive projects.
  • Tests and Quizzes: 30 percent of grade. Students will be given a series of quizzes over textbook content during the semester. These exams will consist of true/false, multiple choice, and essay questions.
  • Final Exam: 5 percent of grade. A final exam of randomly generated questions over course content will be given at the end of the course.
  • Discussion and Online Communication: 5 percent of grade. Participation is required in order to execute certain assignments. Students will use Discussions to communicate with the instructor and with each other.

Assignments and Participation

Assignments and Projects:

One or more hands-on assignments or projects will be completed each week. Some are required, and you complete any optional ones you choose to add the rest of the points you need to make a total score for the grade you want. See the assignments in the Dropbox menu for due dates and details of each assignment.

Class Participation:

Active communication in Discussions to assist others and share knowledge is highly valued and will add points to your participation score. Students are expected to respond to email, communicate with the instructor and others in discussion, and check the course news board frequently for announcements and instructions.

Punctuality:

Each week there will be a reading assignment, a test, and an assignment to complete. Assignments and tests are expected to be submitted by the due date and time. Late assignments will not receive credit but may be sent to show you did the work. Credit lost for late or incomplete work can be replaced by doing optional assignments. Time management is absolutely critical for professionals, so it is imperative that you meet deadlines.

Course Ground Rules

Online participation is a requirement in this course. Students are expected to participate on the discussion boards. Students are also expected to keep up with the weekly course work including assignments, discussion board postings, quizzes, etc. Continue to check the Course Homepage for course announcements frequently and observe course netiquette at all times. Politeness is a requirement, not an option. Use D2L discussion and course email for communication about this course. For other college related communication you may use the assigned college or university e-mail address as opposed a personal e-mail address. Address technical problems with D2L immediately with the RODP helpdesk.

Guidelines for Communications

Email:
  • Always include a subject line.
  • Remember without facial expressions some comments may be taken the wrong way. Be careful in wording your emails. Use of emoticons might be helpful in some cases.
  • Use standard fonts.
  • Do not send large attachments without permission.
  • Special formatting such as centering, audio messages, tables, html, etc. should be avoided unless necessary to complete an assignment or other communication.
  • Respect the privacy of other class members

Discussion Groups:
  • Review the discussion threads thoroughly before entering the discussion. Be a reader then a discussant.
  • Try to maintain threads by using the "Reply" button rather starting a new topic.
  • Do not make insulting or inflammatory statements to other members of the discussion group. Be respectful of others ideas.
  • Be patient and read the comments of other group members thoroughly before entering your remarks.
  • Be cooperative in completing assigned tasks.
  • Be positive and constructive in group discussions.
  • Be helpful, share knowledge and information to add points to your participation score.
  • Respond in a thoughtful and timely manner.

Chat:
  • Introduce yourself to the other learners in chat sessions.
  • Be polite. Choose your words carefully. Do not use derogatory statements.
  • Be concise in responding to others in the chat session.
  • Be prepared to open chat sessions at the scheduled time.
  • Be constructive and helpful in your comments and suggestions.

Web Resources:

Library

The Tennessee Virtual Library is available to all students enrolled in the Regents Degree Program. Links to library materials (such as electronic journals, databases, interlibrary loans, digital reserves, dictionaries, encyclopedias, maps, and librarian support) and Internet resources needed by learners to complete online assignments and as background reading must be included in all courses.

Students With Disabilities

Qualified students with disabilities will be provided reasonable and necessary academic accommodations if determined eligible by the appropriate disability services staff at their home institution. Prior to granting disability accommodations in this course, the instructor must receive written verification of a student's eligibility for specific accommodations from the disability services staff at the home institution. It is the student's responsibility to initiate contact with their home institution's disability services staff and to follow the established procedures for having the accommodation notice sent to the instructor.

Syllabus Changes

The instructor reserves the left to make changes as necessary to this syllabus. If changes are necessitated during the term of the course, the instructor will immediately notify students of such changes both by individual email communication and posting both notification and nature of change(s) on the course bulletin board.

Technical Support

 

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