Module Details

Module Code: DESI7003
Title: Creative Technology - Web
Long Title: Creative Technology - Web
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2140 - Design Studies
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module concentrates on the introduction of web design with the emphasis on graphic design and problem solving skills for graphic design students. This module will introduce the stages and design considerations for web based content design and construction with a key emphasis on self-directed practice to achieve individual outcomes.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Plan web based content design for a specific target group
LO2 Conceptualise problems relating to the development of ideas for web design
LO3 Employ the principles of effective web design in the designing and creation of a storyboard
LO4 Use appropriate technologies in the transfer of static storyboard to final outcome
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Modules: ‘Creative Technology – Digital’ or equivalent
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Analysis & Planning
Introduction to the web, key terms and definitions, navigational techniques, usability, user groups, flowchart. Critical reflection & analysis of contemporary design Inspiration and style/trends in design
Design
Design Considerations - layout/grid, visual patterns, colour matching, storyboard design
Development
Introduction to development tools and technologies as applicable to a given brief - HTML & CSS practice & techniques.
Presentation
Presentation of final outcome and storyboard portfolio presentation
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Storyboard/Prototype
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Final Project Outcome
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Website Design & Development Every Week 3.50 3.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Website Design & Development Every Week 3.50 3.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.50
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Jason Beaird. (2014), The Principles of Beautiful Web Design, SitePoint, [ISBN: 978-099227944].
  • Gilad E Tsur-Mayer. (2016), CSS Awesomeness Book, [ISBN: 978-153727192].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Patrick McNeil. (2014), Web Designer's Idea Book, Volume 4: Inspiration from the best web design trends, themes and styles, [ISBN: 1600610641].
  • Steve Krug. (2013), Don't Make Me Think: A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability, New Riders, Berkeley, Calif., [ISBN: 978-032196551].
  • James Bennett,. (2007), Exploring Web Technologies for Designers, [ISBN: 978-1418041847].
  • Dan Rose. (2015), Responsive Web Design with Adobe Photoshop, [ISBN: 978-013403563].
  • Jon Duckett. (2011), HTML & CSS: Design and Build Web Sites, [ISBN: 978-111800818].
  • Drew de Soto. (2014), Know Your Onions Web Design, [ISBN: 978-906369312].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_DVICO_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Visual Communications 5 Mandatory