DSGN06132 2019 Digital Media for Design 3 (Digital Rendering)
Full Title
Digital Media for Design 3 (Digital Rendering)
Transcript Title
Digital Media for Design 3 (Di
Code
DSGN06132
Attendance
80 %
Subject Area
DSGN - 0212 Design
Department
YADA - Yeats Academy Art Dsgn & Arch
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
David Roberts, Diarmuid Timmons, Louis McManus, Nevil Walsh, Mr. Mark Rooney
Programme Membership
SG_DCRDS_B07 201900 Bachelor of Arts in Creative Design
SG_DCRDS_H08 201900 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Design
SG_DCREA_B07 202300 Bachelor of Arts in Creative Design
SG_DCREA_H08 202300 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Design
SG_DCRDS_B07 202400 Bachelor of Arts in Creative Design
SG_DCRDS_H08 202400 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Design
Description
This module will cover Photoshop rendering tools and techniques. The student will learn advanced tools in Photoshop software through tutorials and projects and be taught the use of digital pen tablets to create concepts and finished design renderings and presentation boards.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Create digital Renderings using Photoshop or other alternative software.
2.
Appreciate the advantages of drawing digitally.
3.
Communicate design ideas through the use of digital sketching.
4.
Use a digital pen tablet to create design concepts and presentation renderings.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The subject will be evaluated by a combination of tutorials and projects.
Module Assessment Strategies
The student will receive instruction in a specific area in the form of a tutorial. This will be followed by shorts assignments and design projects where the student applies the knowledge gained. The semester will conclude whereby the students will present a portfolio of assignments and project work.
Repeat Assessments
On failure of the module, the student will be issued with a repeat project/projects that will satisfy the module learning outcomes.
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
DSGN06131 201900 Digital Media for Design 2 (Applied Digital Projects)
DSGN06140 201900 Digital Media for Design 1 (Foundation skills)
Indicative Syllabus
Digital Rendering & Sketching: image scanning, tracing line work using vectors in Photoshop, creating & editing lines using path tools, painting, and editing tools, filters, effects, text tools, Pantone swatches, retouching, repairing and editing existing photographs. Creating a background for design presentation boards.
Drawing using Digital pen tablet: digital pen tablet drawing and techniques, drawing using sketchbook pro software or other suitable alternatives.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Continuous Assessment Project 1 | Coursework Assessment | Project | 10 % | Week 2 | 1 |
| 2 | Continuous Assessment Project 2 | Coursework Assessment | Project | 20 % | Week 5 | 2 |
| 3 | Continuous Assessment Project 3 | Coursework Assessment | Project | 30 % | Week 9 | 3 |
| 4 | Continuous Assessment Project 4 | Coursework Assessment | Project | 40 % | Week 15 | 4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical / Laboratory | Computer Laboratory | Digital Drawing and Rendering | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Required Reading
2014 How to Render
ISBN 1933492961 ISBN-13 9781933492964
2014 How to Render
ISBN 1933492961 ISBN-13 9781933492964
Explains how the human brain interprets the visual world around us, as well as the subject of visually communicating the form of an object in easy to understand lessons through the use of drawings, photography, and more.
Required Reading
2013 How to Draw
ISBN 1933492732 ISBN-13 9781933492735
2013 How to Draw
ISBN 1933492732 ISBN-13 9781933492735
Provides instruction on drawing objects and environments from the imagination, constructing accurate perspective grids, and experimenting with various mediums.
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Scott Robertson, Thomas Bertling 2014 How to Render
Scott Robertson, Thomas Bertling 2013 How to Draw
Journal Resources
None.
URL Resources
https://www.sketch-a-day.com/
https://www.sketchbook.com/blog/industrial-design-product-rendering-step-by-step-tutorial/
Other Resources
None.
Additional Information
None.