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CIT463Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Introduction To Multimedia Technology

This course introduces the basics of multimedia systems and their components. It covers digital audio, video, images, and color principles. Students will explore multimedia compression techniques, authoring systems, and communication networks. The course also examines multimedia application development, including video conferencing and internet telephony, providing a foundation for creating and managing multimedia content.

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156h

Study Time

13

Weeks

12h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

MultimediaDigital AudioVideo CompressionAuthoring SystemsNetworking

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

➕

Math Level

Basic Math

🔬

Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Multimedia Systems

2

Digital Audio

3

Digital Images

4

Video Technology

5

Multimedia Compression

6

Authoring Systems

7

Communication Networks

8

Internet Telephony

9

Digital Television

Total Topics9 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic computer literacy

Introductory networking concepts

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Multimedia Designer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Web Developer

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Video Editor

Apply your skills in this growing field

Game Developer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Digital Content Creator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EntertainmentEducationAdvertisingTelecommunicationsInformation Technology

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO MULTIMEDIA

2h

Unit 1: Overview of Multimedia Technology

2 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Understand the history of multimedia technology.
•Define multimedia and identify its key features.
•Explore various multimedia applications.

Week

2

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO MULTIMEDIA

4h

Unit 2: Multimedia Hardware

2 study hours

•Study Unit 2: Identify different types of multimedia hardware.
•Understand the functions of CDs, DVDs, and USBs.
•Explore Microsoft DirectX and Active Movie.

Unit 3: Multimedia Software

2 study hours

•Study Unit 3: Understand the significance of software in multimedia systems.
•Explore the functions of system software, programming software, and application software.

Week

3

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO MULTIMEDIA

2h

Unit 4: Server

2 study hours

•Study Unit 4: Define what a server is.
•Explore the different types of specialized servers such as application, fax, file, print, mail, and web servers.

Week

4

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO MULTIMEDIA

2h

Unit 5: Network

2 study hours

•Study Unit 5: Understand the fundamental concepts of networking.
•Explore different network topologies such as bus, star, ring, tree, and mesh.
•Differentiate between client-server and peer-to-peer network architectures.

Week

5

MODULE 2: ELEMENTS OF MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM

2h

Unit 1: Digital Audio

2 study hours

•Study Unit 1: Understand the concept of digital audio.
•Explore psychoacoustics and its models.
•Differentiate between digital and analogue audio systems.

Week

6

MODULE 2: ELEMENTS OF MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM

2h

Unit 2: Digital Images

2 study hours

•Study Unit 2: Understand how to create digital images.
•Explore digital image processing techniques.
•Differentiate between images and digital images.

Week

7

MODULE 2: ELEMENTS OF MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM

2h

Unit 3: Video

2 study hours

•Study Unit 3: Understand the features of video.
•Explore the principles and applications of video in multimedia systems.

Week

8

MODULE 2: ELEMENTS OF MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM

2h

Unit 4: Color

2 study hours

•Study Unit 4: Understand the basics of color.
•Explore color representation and the benefits and challenges of using color in multimedia.

Week

9

MODULE 3: MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY

2h

Unit 1: Multimedia Compression

2 study hours

•Study Unit 1: Understand the concept of multimedia compression.
•Explore lossy and lossless compression techniques.
•Discuss the principles of video compression.

Week

10

MODULE 3: MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY

2h

Unit 2: Authoring System

2 study hours

•Study Unit 2: Define authoring systems.
•Explore icon-based, card-and-page based, and time-based authoring tools.
•Understand the role of authoring systems in multimedia technology.

Week

11

MODULE 3: MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY

2h

Unit 3: Multimedia Communications

2 study hours

•Study Unit 3: Understand the concept of Quality of Service (QoS).
•Explore integrated services (IntServ) and differentiated services (DiffServ).
•Discuss the advantages of differentiated services.

Week

12

MODULE 3: MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY

2h

Unit 4: ATM

2 study hours

•Study Unit 4: Define Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM).
•Explore how ATM works and its types.
•Understand the features of ATM in multimedia technology.

Week

13

MODULE 4: MULTIMEDIA APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT

4h

Unit 1: Multicast

2 study hours

•Study Unit 1: Understand the concept of Multicast.
•Explore multicast applications and the Mbone concept.
•Identify the major characteristics of an Mbone.

Unit 2: Routing

2 study hours

•Study Unit 2: Understand the concept of Routing.
•Explore the relationship between the Router and Internet.
•Identify the desired features of a Router.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions to understand key concepts.

2

Create concept maps linking Modules 1-2 multimedia components and their characteristics.

3

Practice compression calculations from Unit 1 of Module 3 to master compression ratios.

4

Focus on the differences between lossy and lossless compression techniques (Module 3, Unit 1).

5

Study the different types of authoring tools (Module 3, Unit 2) and their applications.

6

Understand the features and advantages of different network topologies (Module 1, Unit 5).

7

Review the key elements of a protocol (Module 4, Unit 3) and their functions.

8

Practice explaining the steps involved in processing a VoIP call (Module 5, Unit 1).

9

Create a table summarizing the different types of Digital Subscriber Lines (Module 5, Unit 3) and their characteristics.

10

Review the advantages and disadvantages of Internet Telephony (Module 5, Unit 1).

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