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VISA 2Q95 - Introduction to Interactive Media


Concepts and creation in electronic media enabled by physical interaction between a user/viewer and a sculpture, installation, sound and video environment or wearable media. Fundamental concepts of voltage, current and resistance. Use of simple circuits, sensors and switches, software interfaces and basic microprocessors.

Course Format: Lectures, lab, 5 hours per week.
Restrictions: Open to VISA (single or combined), VISA (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior) and STAC majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to VISA (single or combined), VISA (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior), IASC (single or combined) and STAC majors.
Prerequisite(s): One credit from VISA 1P93  (minimum 60 percent), VISA 1P94  (minimum 60 percent), VISA 1P95  (minimum 60 percent), VISA 1P96  (minimum 60 percent), four COSC credits, two IASC credits or permission of the instructor
Cross-Listing(s): IASC 2Q95  and STAC 2Q95  
Course Notes: No previous experience in electronics required. Students might need additional materials and equipment, which they must supply. Field trips may be required. Students are expected to pay their own expenses. VISA 1P95  recommended. Due to space limitations, audits are not permitted in studio classes. This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.



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