The Electronic Design and Multimedia program occupies a suite of networked computer labs and classrooms equipped with current hardware and software. Students have access to tools for image capture, design, high quality printing, multimedia creation, and web publishing. The facilities have been designed to provide a professional working environment for projects in design and multimedia: students are offered access to the lab over 60 hours per week. Partnerships with the leading graphics software developers provide support and vital industry input.
The electronic design studio incorporates four computer labs: a general purpose drop-in lab, a print, imaging and digital photo lab, a lab for interactive multimedia, Web, video and 3D, and a multi-purpose lab for thesis projects and video production. It also houses a print center and a design studio classroom, facilitating interaction between traditional and digital design production.
With an open studio policy for currently enrolled students, the lab is available over 60 hrs./wk. under the supervision of the lab manager, faculty and lab assistants. This facility mirrors the real-world graphics environments found in industry and the arts in order to better prepare students for positions in the field.
Hardware and Software: Most computers in our labs are Macintosh G4 and G5 series; and most of these computers have built in DVD-R or CD-R capabilities. Some computers are configured with peripherals such as flatbed or slide scanners and/or video decks. All machines are running on Mac OS X (Panther) and with the latest software configuration ( Maya, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark Xpress, Flash, Director and Dreamweaver). Students have access to a 3-CCD Video Camera and several digital still cameras, and may borrow equipment necessary for assignments. Students also have access to a slide library, a reference library and the option to set up their own website on our server.