Multimedia Technology

Code:

CINF034

Acronym:

TECM

Keywords
Classification	Keyword
OFICIAL	Computer Science

Instance: 2020/2021 - 2S

Active?	Yes
Responsible unit:	Department of Informatics Engineering
Course/CS Responsible:	Bachelor of Arts in Information Science

Cycles of Study/Courses

Acronym	No. of Students	Study Plan	Curricular Years	Credits UCN	Credits ECTS	Contact hours	Total Time
CINF	34	CINF - Study Plan	2	-	6	56	162

Teaching language

Suitable for English-speaking students

Objectives

• Know the fundamental concepts of multimedia technologies


• Know the fundamental concepts and components of computer networks


• Use productivity tools in processing image, audio, and video


• Identify commonly used computer applications in multimedia technologies


• Use the web content creation and editing tools


• Know some techniques in the field of interactive multimedia


• Develop capacities of evaluation of the process of realization of multimedia products


• Know the most suitable techniques for the realization of multimedia products


• Develop capacities and attitudes of accountability and solidarity in carrying out group work projects

Learning outcomes and competences

• Acquire the theoretical knowledge, multimedia and hypermedia services and applications, as well as the most relevant networks and protocols


• Recognize a program or multimedia environment as an array of linked media elements. Know and characterize these media elements.
  To develop competencies in the production and manipulation of information in different digital formats (text, sound, and video), considering the storage, transmission, and consumption of the contents, adapted to the objectives of a multimedia project.


• The proper handling of computer applications for creating and editing web content


• The proper handling of various interactive multimedia techniques


• Make appropriate use of knowledge and skills in information and communication technologies


• Adequately use of methods and techniques that allow the development of self-assessment and self-imposed rigor in the tasks performed


• Carry out projects of group work that allow developing capacities and attitudes of accountability, of solidarity and of cooperation


• Use, creatively and critically, knowledge, skills, and attitudes in solving concrete problems in the field of multimedia production


• Express openness and curiosity in the face of the evolution of technologies, in an attitude of constant learning

Working method

Presencial

Program

Chapter 1. Introduction to multimedia technologies
Chapter 2. Digital Representation of Information
Chapter 3. Static Media - Text
Chapter 4. Static Media - Images (Bitmap and Vector Edition)
Chapter 5. Dynamic Media - Sound (Sound Editing)
Chapter 6. Dynamic Media - Video (Video Editing)
Chapter 7. Web Edition (Creating Web Content)

Mandatory literature

Nuno Magalhães Ribeiro ; Multimédia e Tecnologias Interativas, FCA, 2012. ISBN: 9789727227440

Complementary Bibliography

Yue-Ling Wong; Digital Media Primer, Pearson , 2016
Nuno Fonseca; Introdução à Engenharia de Som, FCA, 2014. ISBN: 987-972-722-728-0
Monteiro Edmundo; Engenharia de redes informáticas. ISBN: 972-722-203-X
Jenny Chapman, Nigel Chapman ; Digital Multimedia, John Wiley and Sons Ltd, 2009. ISBN: 9780470512166

Teaching methods and learning activities

Classes take place in Theoretical and Practical regime, with an exposition of some fundamental themes, which develops through case studies and problem-solving, and tutorials on each thematic. In this way, it intended to consolidate the concepts and principles taught, clarify doubts, acquire experience, and further develop themes.

The laboratory work represents one of the final evaluation components, and two delivery work carry out with the thematics of the media covered (static and dynamic). At the end of the semester, students develop a practical work integrating the various thematics, in groups, with tutorial guidance.

Software

SHOTCUT
AUDACITY
GIMP
OPENSHOT VIDEO EDITOR
DA VINCI RESOLVE STUDIO

keywords

Social sciences > Communication sciences > Publishing > Electronic publishing

Evaluation Type

Distributed evaluation with final exam

Assessment Components

Designation	Weight (%)
Exame	35,00
Participação presencial	5,00
Trabalho laboratorial	30,00
Trabalho prático ou de projeto	30,00
Total:	100,00

Amount of time allocated to each course unit

Designation	Time (hours)
Estudo autónomo	78,00
Frequência das aulas	54,00
Trabalho de investigação	30,00
Total:	162,00

Eligibility for exams

• Mandatory attendance of 75% of practical classes. Attendance will be registered in all classes.


• It is necessary to obtain a minimum of 10 (out of 20) in the distributed evaluation component to have access to the exam.


• Distributed evaluation is determined by evaluating two lab works (LW) and one practical work (PW).

Calculation formula of final grade

Evaluation:
Attendance - 5%
Laboratory Work - 30% (10% + 20%)
Written test - 35%
Practical Work - 25%
Presentation of Practical Work - 5%

Final mark: 0,05*A+0,3*LW+0,35*WT+0,25*PW+0,05*PPW

To complete this course unit, students have to reach a minimum grade of 8 (out of 20) in the written test(exam).

Examinations or Special Assignments

Classification improvement