Module Details

Module Code: DESI6005
Title: Creative Technology
Long Title: Creative Technology
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 is a practical computer graphics class. It is an introduction to design software for the graphic arts industry and uses the most up to date creative technologies in graphic design.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Illustrate with line, shape and tone to create and form basic images using colour, typography and layout.
LO2 Present an awareness of file storage, export formats, resolution, size and colour modes of vector and bitmap images.
LO3 Identify the various software applications and their directed uses within graphic design industry.
LO4 Identify the methods and processes used to create a design publication for digital output.
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).
12368 DESI6005 Creative Technology
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.
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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.
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Indicative Content
Creative Technology
Practical use of computer hardware input and output devices for the realisation of graphics - understanding the monitor, computer processor, server, external storage devices, scanners and printers. Introduction to and practical use of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop software for graphic design. Introduction to the treatment of graphics when preparing for print output - Vector versus Bitmap graphics, file formats, file and image size, resolution, colour modes.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Illustrate a basic knowledge of creative skill outcome using design software for vector based images.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 70
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Basic knowledge of creative graphic design skills, demonstrated through vector and bitmap in a digital publication.
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 Introduction to computer hardware and graphic software applications Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent learning Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Adobe Creative Cloud. (2013), Design for Communication: Conceptual Graphic Design Basics, 12 month plan. Amazon, [ISBN: ASIN: B00CS74].
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 2 Mandatory