Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2021 - CA 241 D100

Creative Coding Lab (3)

Class Number: 7919

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
    GOLDCORP

  • Prerequisites:

    CA 143 or permission of instructor.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An introduction to coding software for creative outcomes. Students will be introduced to basic algorithmic concepts used to generate and process music, sound, and fixed- and moving-image. Sensors and audio/video analysis will be introduced. The course will also include introduction to practical applications in generative art processes.

COURSE DETAILS:

No prior programming experience is assumed.

Grading

  • Bi-weekly coding assignments (6 x 7.5%) - Short assignments will be given that allow students to apply basic programming techniques for creative projects, including interaction, random procedures, loops, basic sound synthesis, algorithmic drawing, and sound, image, and video manipulation. 45%
  • Audio Project - Using techniques learned in class, including MIDI, basic synthesis, and sample manipulation and playback, create a short (1-2 minute) audio work that could not have been (easily) created in a digital audio workstation (DAW). 15%
  • Video Project - Using techniques learned in class, including video playback, constrained random selection, basic video analysis, and basic video processing, create a short (1-2 minute) video work that could not have been (easily) created in a video editor. 15%
  • Analysis / Sensor Project - Using techniques learned in class, including basic audio/image/video/ analysis, and sensor data analysis, create an audio, video, or multimedia work that includes interaction. 15%
  • Participation / Attendance - Attend all sessions (3 late arrivals of more than 5 minutes = 1 absence). Engage actively with others' work and process in weekly discussions and presentations. 10%

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

Basic resources required:

(Please contact faculty if you have any questions or concerns regarding these. We will do everything possible to figure out alternatives where necessary)

• A computer

• Internet connection

  • Max/MSP 8
    • Available on all SCA computers
    • Available to purchase from cycling74.com
      • $9.99US per month
      • $44US academic version annual
      • $187US academic version permanent

Registrar Notes:

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TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2021

Teaching at SFU in fall 2021 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with approximately 70 to 80 per cent of classes in person/on campus, with safety plans in place.  Whether your course will be in-person or through remote methods will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

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Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the fall 2021 term.