Module Details

Module Code: ARTS6020
Title: Introduction to Art Processes
Long Title: Introduction to Art Processes
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2110 - Visual Arts
Module Delivered in: 4 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will allow students to choose two options which may be available from the following list: Photography, Multimedia, Ceramics, Textiles, Life Drawing, Glass and Print Making.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Show knowledge and proficiency of skills when working with the chosen processes.
LO2 Conduct purposeful and creative experiments with relevant processes and materials.
LO3 Select, utilise and develop visual ideas within the chosen processes.
LO4 Document information, in the form of a (digital) notebook / visual diary, on the creative processes, technical knowledge and skill acquisition.
LO5 Evaluate and present work to fundamental standard in selected areas of enquiry.
LO6 Work in a studio and workshop setting with due care and safety while observing workshop protocol.
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
Multimedia
Animation 2D & 3D, Editing & Sound Tracking, Digital Image Manipulation
Printmaking
Printmaking: Monoprint, Etching, Silkscreen
Life Drawing
Line Confidence, Quick Poses, Measurement, Proportion, Tone, Negative Shapes, Pictorial Composition, Markmaking and Use of various materials
Photography
Technical demonstrations of SLR Camera, Lenses, Light Metering, Processing and Printing
Textiles
Feltmaking, Papermaking, Weaving, Fabric Printing. 3-D Construction, Dye Processes and Stitching.
Ceramics
Forming, Building, Surface treatment & Firing Clay, Glazing
Glass
Cutting,Painting,Firing and Leading
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Exhibition Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Option A
Assessment Type Exhibition Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Option B
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 Workshop/lab Every Week 5.00 5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Research into media and processes Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Workshop/lab Every Week 5.00 5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Research into media and processes Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Hart, J.. (1998), The Art of Storyboarding; Storyboarding for Film, TV and Animation., Focal Press, [ISBN: 0240803299].
  • Lord P. & Sibley B.. (2004), Cracking Animation, Thames and Hudson, [ISBN: 978-0500511909].
  • Ohanian T.. (1998), Digital Nonlinear Editing, Second Edition: Editing Film and Video on the Desktop, Butterworth, [ISBN: 978-0240802251].
  • Hamer F.. (1991), The potters Dictionary of Materials and Techniques, A&C Black Publishing.
  • Cosentino P. (1993), The Encyclopedia of Pettery Techniques, Headline Book Publishing.
  • Brown R.. The Weaving, Spinning and Dyeing Book, Routeledge And Kegan Paul Ltd..
  • Erickson, J.D.. (1966), Print Making without a Press, Van Nostrand, London.
  • Elskus, Albinas. (1981), The Art of Painting on Glass, Routledge & Keegan,Paul.
  • Wrigley, Lynette. (1998), Design Sourcebook - Stained Glass, New Holland.
This module does not have any 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) 1 Mandatory
CR_AFAFA_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fine Art 1 Mandatory
CR_AACER_7 Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Applied Art (Ceramics, Glass, Textiles) 1 Mandatory
CR_AFINA_7 Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art 1 Mandatory