Module Details

Module Code: ARTS7058
Title: Innovative Technologies
Long Title: Innovative Technologies in Art/Craft
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2021/22 ( January 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2110 - Visual Arts
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will explore innovative technologies utilising a range of software to produce a range of 2D & 3D objects within a fine art/craft practice.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Plan and utilise contemporary digital visual media and tools in a creative manner.
LO2 Understand, describe and exploit the properties of a range of materials commonly used with digital manufacturing.
LO3 Use appropriate methodologies and techniques to transform imagery into 2D & 3D objects.
LO4 Contextualise the use of digital design and manufacturing within a broader historic and contemporary fine art context.
LO5 Evaluate and control the use of appropriate processes and materials with particular reference to Health & Safety.
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
Practical Workshop & demonstration
Safety induction to Benchspace work area, introduction to contemporary making tools, overview of core CAD tools (TinkerCAD / Inkscape/ Illustrator).
Contemporary Tools & Practices
Introduction to module and general overview of contemporary making tools and practices. Introduction to artists and designers using contemporary making tools as part of their practice.
Identification of areas of interest
Collation of data related to contemporary making, tools and materials.
Theoretical Explorations
Exploration of the concept of Contemporary Making - key practitioners, their practice and the tools used.
Time Management
Identification, structure and planning of the time available with consideration of the process requirements.
Health and Safety
Identification and application of relevant health and safety issues in relation to processes, skills and workshop operation.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Mid-point presentation of research findings and software proficiency
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End of Semester Presentation of final works created including all related research.
Formative feedback will be provided throughout the semester.
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
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Group delivery Workshop/seminar/tutorial Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Research and development Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Group delivery Workshop/seminar/tutorial Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Research & Development Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Shillito, Ann Marie. (2013), Digital Crafts: Industrial Technologies for Applied Artists and Designer Makers, [ISBN: 9781789940114].
  • Johnson, Lucy. (2017), Digital Handmade, Craftsmanship in the New Industrial Revolution, [ISBN: 9780500293133].
  • McCullough, M.. (1996), Abstracting Craft, The Practised Digital Hand, MIT Press, [ISBN: 9780262133265].
  • Menichinelli, Massimo. (2017), Fab Lab: Revolution Field Manual, [ISBN: 9783721209655].
  • Walter-Herrmann, Julia, Büching, Corinne. (2014), FabLab: Of Machines, Makers and Inventors,, [ISBN: 9783839423820].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Britton-Newell, Laurie. (2007), Out of the Ordinary: Spectacular Craft, [ISBN: 9781851775248].
  • Adamson, Glenn. (2019), The Invention of Craft, [ISBN: 9781350088092].
  • Wilkinson-Weber Clare M, Ory DeNicola, Alicia. (2016), Critical Craft Technology, Globalization, and Capitalism, [ISBN: 9781472594853].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_AACER_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Contemporary Applied Art (Ceramics, Glass, Textiles) 4 Mandatory
CR_AACER_7 Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Applied Art (Ceramics, Glass, Textiles) 4 Mandatory