CHAPTER THREE

MULTIMEDIA
PREPARED BY: USTAD ABDIAZIZ IBRAHIM
 What is a multimedia
 In general, Multimedia is the field concerned with the computer-
controlled integration of text, graphics, drawing, videos, audios and
images.
 Multimedia means is a computer data that can be present using
voice, video and animation
Types of Multimedia
 There are two types of Multimedia
1. Linear Is a content that that progresses without the viewer
influencing, such as movie or watching TV.
2. Non-linear is a content that user controls it, such as games, virtual
reality.
 HyperMedia
 HyperMedia is video, image or text that have link which you can click
on and directs to website
Common example of Hypermedia application
 The world wide web (www)
 Power point
 Adobe acrobat
Componants of Multimedia
 Text
 Graphics – non-text information like photography, charts and drawing.
 Animation
 Videos – is a something that you can playback.
 Audio
 Charactectics of multimedia
There are four essential characteristics of a multimedia
 Controlled – multimedia system controlled by a computer
 Linked – multimedia components must be linked/integrated.
 Digital – they present information as digitally .
 Interactive – the user will present an information attached together
Multimedia applications
1. in Education – it’s widely utilized in teaching and learning
2. In Business – business can utilize multimedia for marketing
purpose such as logo design,video creation, social posters and other
digital advertising
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3. In Games – in computer games, text, audio, video and animations
are commonly used.
4. In Industries – I ndustries use multimedia for
namy purposes which include : entertainment , commertial art and
journalism.
5. In language Communication
6. In Medicine - example of multimedia content include
 Image – X-ray, CT scans
 Ultrasound – video
7. In science and technology
3.2 Fundamentals of image/graphics
What is an image?
An image is a picture created or copied from and stored in digital form. The image comprises of a rectangular
arrangement of dots know as pixels. The measurements of image’s dimensions are in pixels and expressed as a
width by height ratio.
What is a graphic?
A graphic is an object in the form of an image or visual image. As a result, computer graphics are nothing more
than images on a computer screen.
What is a pixel?
A digital image is not a single entity that cannot be divided. When you zoom in you will notice that your image
forms up of tiny tiles know as pixels.
The common image formats
There are two formats of image which are Raster and Vector
Raster Vs Vector
Best for photography Best for logos and designs
Large file size Small file size
Its pixel-based Its mathematical line
Examples( JPEG,GIF,PNG) Examples(SVG,PDF,ESP)
 What do these formats stand for?
Raster Format
1. GIF – stands for Graphics Interchange Format.
2. JPEG – Stands for Join Photographic Expert Group
3. PNG – stands for Portable Network Graphics
Vector Format
1. PDF – stands for Portable Document Format
2. EPS – stands for Encapsulated Post Script
3. SVG – stands for Scalable Vector Graphics
Resolution
A Resolution refers to the size and quality of the image, the resolution come from the number of
pixels which that make up your image example when you capturing image you can choose 13.5
megabyte resolution which is high quality resolution. If you choose 13.5 megabyte resolution when
you taking photos your image will consist of 4,500 pixels as horizontal and 3,000 pixel as vertical.
Digital image processing
WHAT IS DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING?
Digital Image Processing(DIP) Is describe as the transformation of distorted images to high quality
images that aids individuals in detecting silent components of the image without difficult for Image
analysis.
ATTRIBUTES THAT CAN BE ALTERED DURING DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING
1. Reduce image noise
2. Increase amount of details seen
3. Adjust the contrast image properties
MOST MEDICAL IMAGING METHODS EMPLOY SOME FORM OF DIP
EXAMPLE
1. Gamma Rays – is use in medical to find tumors & infections in human body
2. X-Rays – it’s used mainly in medical diagnostics
3. Ultravoilet Rays – UV is a radiation utilized for dental treatment like fight bacteria in the tooth.
4. Visible and infrared Rays – is used to make clear images which satellite or microscope took.
3.3 Microsoft Photos Application
Introduction
 Microsoft photo is MS image viewer, image organizer, raster graphic editor,
photo sharing and video clip editor.
 Microsoft photos is a free photo viewer and editor bundled with windows 10
privedes capble image editing and video editing.
STARTING WORKING WITH MS PHOTOS APPLICATIOIN
 Follow these steps to open MS Photos
 From the start menu type photo
 Choose an application name “Photo”
 The MS photo app has these tabs or components
1. Folder – is a location for storing information
2. Album – gathers all related videos and images into album folder
3. Import – to attach images and videos from your device use this option
4. Collection – is used to add photos and videos into one searchable location
5. People – this is a way to organize people’s images into facial recognition
6. Video editor – this will list how many videos are there in your list for editing
7. Search box- is a normal searching area

Creating a New Album

To create new album, click on the Plus sign
under the album menu bar
 To import new file to photo app
 Follow these steps to import data into MS Photo application
 Click on import
 Choose from a folder or device
How to change the name of album
 when you create your album it will take as name “Album” so, if you want to change follow these
steps
 Click on the small pen symbol in front of Allbum
 Give a new name and press Enter key
Folder In MS Photo Application
Another essential feature of the photo app is using a folder tab that shows you photos to add folder
into you MS Photo follow these steps.
 Click on add folder Button
 Select the folder
 Click on add this folder
How to import videos into MS Photo app
 Follow these steps to import video into you MS
Photos application
 Click on the video editor tab
 Click on the drop-down list box in fron of the new
video project
 To make a video animation of your photos, follow the process below
 Click on make a video for me then select images and finally click
on create option
 Give a name and click ok
 Click on finish
People tab
A people tab is used to group a collection of items and their contents
into a single location and assign those contents to a specific
individual. If you want to use this feature follow these steps:
 Step1: click on people tab
 Step2: click on “YES”
You can edit your image using these tools
 To edit and modify the image, do the following
 Step1: click on the creative button with the symbol of cross-pen
 Step2: choose the edit button click enter
 CHAPTER FOUR
CAREER PROSPECTS IN ICT INDUSTRIES
PREPARED BY USTAD ABDIAZIZ
Career Prospects In ICT Industries
OVERVIEW
The main goal of this chapter is to transmit and privede structured knowledge, skilss and methods
that will help learners unddetsantd the importance of ICT and labor market information (LMI).
4.1 ICT career paths and professional jobs
Introduction
In today’s world, the iformation communication technology sector influences almost every element
of our life. It has an impact on our economy, ecology and health. ICT refers to the use of
electronic system of processing data,such as accessing, storing, transferring and modifying data.
The responsibility of ICT Employee
1. Communcation system – for example, telephone, cable/broadbands, televisions and others.
2. Software and Digital media – for Examlple computer programming, web design , data
management, video games, computer animation and so on.
3. Computer Networks and Systems – For example, Network Engineering, technical
assistance, electronics, robotics and more.
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 For all students interested in ICT the curriculum of ICT Include :
1. Computer Programming
2. Digital Media Development
3. Digital communication and Networking
4. Computer Information System
Recommended Career Certificates For ICT
 Applicants for most ICT jobs must have at least high school diploma and these Common ICT
Certificates.
1. CISCO Certified Network Associate
2. CISCO Certified entry-Level Network Technician ( CCENT) ( CCNA)
3. compTIA A+ Net+, Linux+ CompTIA
4. Strata IT Fundamentals (compTIA A+, Net+, Linux+ CompTIA) certifications.
5. Certified system Adminstrator and Microsoft Office Specialist( MCSA)
Profissional ICT Careers are as Follow:
1. Computer Technician – work on both hardware and software like replacing damaged
components, removing malwares/viruses, running diagnostic test and others
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2. Cypersecutity Specialist – CyperSecurity Experts ensure that computer system and
networks are secure.
3. Data analysts – specialize in gathering, analyzing and interpreting data.
4. Database Adminstrator – (DBAs) are responsible for Databases’ security, integrity and
performance.
5. Hardware engineer – is also know as computer hardwate engineer supervise the
manufacturing, installation and testing computer system, servers, circuit boards and chips.
6. IT Consultants – are experts with Expertise and the confidence to compete for service
contracts even though they are independent contractors.
7. IT managers – are in charge of an organization’s electronic networks and IT staff.
8. Multimedia Developer – they are responsible creating and editing animations, Picture,
text, sound and videos.
9. Network Adminstrator – is in charge of computer Network management and
troubleshooting.
10. Network Engineer – works developing and installing networks. Placing physical
equipment.
11. Programmer – is a creater, developer, tester and updater programs
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12. Software engineer – they regularly work with programmer and adminstrators they are
experts of Softwares, Software Designs and other systtm components.
13. Technical Support – end-users rely on tech supports profissionals for vital technical
assistance and troubleshooting.
ICT Increasing Career Path
The technology’s important is its broad impact of the global economy and labor market.
Stuednts are encouraged to study any of the main fundamentals of information technology (FIT)
programs for a period of two or three years. They can earn these certificates
o Business and iformation analysis
o Hardware system and maintenance
o Network system and operations
o Software design and development
o Interactive media and communications
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 In general, the ICT industries offers some programs of education and training, which include
1. On-the-job training – induction and internal training
2. VET Programs – vocational and education training
3. Graduate Degree
Vocational and education training (VET)
VET courses are frequently used to gain advanced status for university studies. VET Course are
typically are shorter and more practical than university programs. They can be achiever the
combination of on-the-job and of-the-job training.
VET course are divided into four types
1. Certificate courses – are courses span from certificate I to certificate IV for networking and
multimedia
2. Diploma programs – they offering training relating to networking, hardware and software
maintenance.
3. Graduate programs – allow those with work experience
4. Statement classes - this include vendor-specific program and non-vendor-specific progam such as
creation database and macro development.
 University progams
 ICT related course are available in most of universities tha available courses are include :
 Bachelor of computer science
 Bachelor of Information Technology
 Bachelor of Business informatics
 Bachelor of Engineering and MicroElectronic Engineering
 Bachelor of Information Communication Technology
 Bachelor of multimedia and digital art
 Bachelor of Internet Science and Technology
 Bachelor of Science (Games software design and production )
What Impact Does ICT has on the Job Quality?
1. Increasing on job’s efficiency : this is the most consequence ofr all work prifiles
2. Less manual labor: using ICT to automate routine tasks, test and detect fualty equipment
reduces tha amount of manual labor required
3. Independent and flexible : ICT appropriate information and parteners are may found on the
internet.
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4. More Information Management : As More ICT tools and systems store, magage and
exchange data.
Develop Confidence To Become ICT Professional
Skills In Demand – the following list is advisable. As ICT industry continually developing and
changing to meet technologies.
1. Programming language 2. Software 3. Graphic Design 4. Operating System 5. Hardware
6. Networking Systems
Career Prograssion In The ICT Industry - According to the Information Technology Contract
and Recruitment Association (ITCRA). The following are the most In-Demand ICT Skills
 Customer Service Desk (HelpDesk)
 Microsoft Windows Operating System
 Microsoft Office Application
 Database management like Oracle/SQL
 Web development and Design
 Cloud Software skills
Job searching strategy
For a better job searching strategy, apply for as many diffirent jobs as possible, depending on your
career intrest. Still the important thing is to know what kind of job is suitable for you for analyzing
the following criteria
1. What are your biggest strength?
2. Which industy excite you intrest?
3. Which firm size and culture you intrest the most?
4. What are your prefered geographical area?
 Most of job sites such as monster nad careerBuilder, allow you to set up daily email job
notifications and depending on the search criteria you select when you set up the job alert.
 Some example of job engines as follow
www.somalijobs.com
www.joblink.com
www.linkedin.com
www.shaqdoon.com
www.jobs.com
www.google.com
www.facebool.com
Career planning strategy
The strategic career planning involves assessing your talents, intrests and values to choose the
best path forward. Career development consultants’ organizations are experts in this sector
who can assist you with everything from identifying your strengths to improve your interviewing
abilities.