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ICM 224 Visual Communication (3 credits) Prerequisite: ICM 111 This course is an introduction to basic design concepts including grid based design, graphic reduction (levels of abstraction) image sequencing, relationships of form/ counterform, systems design and issues of communication. ICM 311 2D and 3D Animation 3 (credits) Prerequisite: ICM 111, ICM 222 This course is an introduction to computer animation. Building on the skills learned in the core drawing and graphics classes, this course will focus on mastering the tools and terms used in computer animation in order to design, illustrate and final edit animation clips. The elements and composition of 2D animation as opposed to 3D modeling will be highlighted. Basic techniques of modeling, lighting, and texture-mapping will be covered in 3D animation. ICM 312 Interactive Design (3 credits) Prerequisite: ICM 212 This course focuses on the aesthetics of digital media elements and issues surrounding coherence in nonlinear environments. Students are introduced to authoring techniques and technologies, and designing processes as they learn how to create and develop basic projects in which interactivity is the focus. 118 BANGKOK UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE ICM 321 Ethics, Law, and Professionalism (3 credits) This module provides an appreciation of the effects on society of IT-based technology. In order to promote professional competence in the workplace, computer-related Thai/International law, the role of the computer professional and ethical duties associated with the computer use are included. The class will start with a historical examination of ethics and, through research, presentations and discussions, will provide opportunity to learn why it is essential to understand the ethical implications of our professional activities. Topics also include: global implications of technology, security, international law, personal responsibility, discrimination and harassment, computer crime, privacy, and intellectual property rights. ICM 322 Digital Photography (3 credits) This course in photography will introduce the student to the use of the adjustable camera, use of exposure meters, f-stops and shutter speeds. The students will study the history of photography as a reference point for their own image making. The transition from traditional film development usi