Module Details

Module Code: DESI6011
Title: Creative Technology - Digital
Long Title: Creative Technology - Digital
NFQ Level: Fundamental
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 encompasses creative digital technology with the emphasis on graphic design, image making and problem solving skills. It enables design students to undertake exploration & experimentation of digital software in the creation of their own designs with a key emphasis on self directed practice.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Design preparatory sketches/imagery as defined by a given brief
LO2 Undertake a process of development from the initial sketches that recognises the integration of digital applications
LO3 Create final digital artwork for reproduction demonstrating technical competence
LO4 Present the final outcomes showcasing the digital process undertaken
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).
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
Preparatory Imagery
Create/design appropriate imagery as outlined by a given brief.
Digital Software Programmes
Using digital software tools - editing, image compositing, illustration, patterns, colour, blending, effects. Working across multiple applications, save to appropriate formats.
Artwork
Create artwork of a finished visual in a digital format for print reproduction.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Digital compositing project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Digital illustrative project
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 Practical based instruction & Project Work Every Week 3.50 3.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Practical work 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
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Brian Wood. (2015), Adobe Illustrator CC Classroom in a Book, Adobe Press, Berkeley, CA, [ISBN: 978-013430811].
  • Andrew Faulkner. (2014), Adobe Photoshop CC Classroom in a Book, [ISBN: 978-013392444].
  • David Cousens. (2013), Digital Art: A Complete Guide to Making Your Own Computer Artworks, [ISBN: 978-184858975].
  • Steve Caplin. (2010), 100% Photoshop: Create stunning illustrations without using any photographs, [ISBN: 978-024081425].
  • Joel Lardner. (2012), The Digital Art Techniques for Illustrators & Artists, [ISBN: 978-140815497].
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 4 Mandatory