Module Details

Module Code: MMED6028
Title: Portfolio Development
Long Title: Portfolio Development
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2130 - Multimedia
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: The aim of the Portfolio Development module is the combination of all disciplines in the development, production and implementation of high quality media products. This project should promote understanding of the professional issues and tools associated with a media product in the area of interactive media, animation, game, video or sound. There is an emphasis on conceptual design, professional methods, techniques standard workflows and project management.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Creatively deliver a selection of short linear/non-linear media which can be displayed on a digital portfolio.
LO2 Apply project management techniques, tools and strategies throughout the lifecycle of several small projects with an emphasis on tight deadlines.
LO3 Implement an appropriate range of specialised software and hardware tools in the execution and completion of a project;
LO4 Negotiate a range of design communication and organisational problems which occur in a multidisciplinary team environment;
LO5 Utilise research and presentation methods in the development of a project.
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).
12315 MMED6011 Moving Image & Sound
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
Projects
Below are a sample set of short short projects which could be chosen
Project “Video Game Promo”
A proof of concept for those interested in graphic novels, sketching, illustration, 3d modeling, concept art and gaming in general.
Project “Motion Graphics”
Aimed at popular online competitions such as 99frames where the designer has to create a very short animation based on a single word theme.
Project “VFX”
This project would encourage experimentation with video compositing techniques using pre-shot video plates and avoiding commercial or stock footage.
Project "Cinematic Titles"
Merging typography and layout with motion graphics for fictitious movie credits.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Project Submission: Two short portfolio projects worth 25% each or one large portfolio project worth 50%
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Project Submission:
Two short portfolio projects worth 25% each
or
one large portfolio project worth 50%
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
Tutorial Contact Practical Work: designing, creating, coding, developing, rendering, seeking feedback and support. Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Researching, amending, improving based on lecturer feedback. Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Lisa Fridsma. (2016), Adobe After Effects CC Classroom in a Book, 1. [ISBN: 0134308123].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Austin Shaw. (2015), Design for Motion: Fundamentals and Techniques of Motion Design, [ISBN: 1138812099].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HMMED_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Digital Media 3 Mandatory