Here are the ITECH courses unique to the Interactive Technologies (ITECH) program. The following courses offer students an opportunity to customize a digital media college experience online and in-class that fits their individual interests. The courses with an * are required the ones without are electives that you may choose from. For more information, such as the ITECH academic plan at SUNYWCC please click here!
ITECH 100 – Digital Design*
3 Credits – This course provides a foundation of understanding and applying design thinking practices found in the development of digital designs. A host of multimedia software programs will be explored utilizing Adobe Creative Suite. Students learn and apply graphic design, time-base and interactive media principles to create multimedia projects. Topics include overview of pipeline production protocols, user experience design research and digital design contemporary trends found in creative and commercial applications.
Notes: This design class is open to all students; no previous computer experience is necessary.
ITECH 120 – Web Design
and Development (ux/ui)*
3 Credits – Students learn how to design and build effective web pages according to current UX/UI standards. The course will cover user experience and interface designs along with front-end development. Topics such as site development, screen and sequence designs and search optimization are applied. Web programming languages such as HTML5, CSS3 and JavaSript are introduced. Discussion on social media ethics, design effectiveness and digital marketing best practices are included.
Notes: This web design class is open to all students; no previous computer experience is necessary.
Begin by choosing one of the following ITECH tracks. You can also explore all three tracks by selecting a variety of course electives. ITECH’s curriculum offers an interdisciplinary foundation that ensures their graduates will be successful content creators.
ITECH 200 – Game Design
and Interactive Media
3 Credits – This course provides a foundation in the theory, design and development of interactive media for game design and applications. A host of multimedia software programs will be explored utilizing Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Animation programs and Interactive Development platforms. Students create an interactive rapid prototype for game design and interactive media based on industry best practices. Topics include overview of contemporary creative and commercial applications.
Notes: This game design class is open to all students; no previous computer experience is necessary.
ITECH 210 – 3D Visualization
3 Credits – This course provides a foundation in creating 3D models for computer animation, industrial and product design. Students will utilize computer animation programs to design, build, light and animate 3D models for character design, creative, industrial and product design.
Students learn how to construct 3D models, light with color and materials and apply rigging constraints for movement and animation. Topics include usage of 3D models and computer animation found in contemporary, scientific, industrial and commercial applications.
Notes: This 3D animation class is open to all students; no previous computer experience is necessary.
ITECH 240 – New Media Projects
3 Credits – This course is an overview of interactive new media applications currently used in web applications, digital media, interactive media, animation and product design. In a collaborative studio environment local area businesses and students design and develop a rapid prototype serving real world expectations. Through a series of class tutorials and discussions, students learn how industry-standard tools and practices are applied. Final projects may serve diverse industries such as commercial, scientific, educational, entertainment and/or community-based needs.
Notes: Pre-req of 18 credits in ITECH or approval from Curriculum Chair. Offered in Spring only and serves as an exiting course for Spring graduates.
ITECH is an interdisciplinary program that ensures that all graduates are knowledgeable, skilled and experienced in the following foundational courses.
