DSGN06140 2019 Digital Media for Design 1 (Foundation skills)
Full Title
Digital Media for Design 1 (Foundation skills)
Transcript Title
Digital Media for Design 1 (Fo
Code
DSGN06140
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, Hilary Gilligan, 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_GPERS_S06 202400 Certificate in Personal and Vocational Development
SG_GLIFF_S06 202400 Certificate in Life Skills and Vocational Development
SG_GPERS_S06 202500 Certificate in Personal and Vocational Development
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 introduce students to the windows environment and give them practical experience in the application of graphic design software to projects. The student will learn foundation graphic design skills through tutorials and projects using Adobe Photoshop for producing design projects for on screen and print.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Appreciate the advantages that computer technology offers designers and become familiar with the windows environment.
2.
Provide students with a foundation in graphic design software and appreciate its application in the design process.
3.
Demonstrate a basic proficiency with Adobe Photoshop.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Workshop Demonstration Lecture Group Tutorial
Module Assessment Strategies
Assessment is continuous and is undertaken at the conclusion of each block or project. Projects are assessed by the assignment of marks to various project deliverables. The percentages assigned to deliverables may vary between projects.
Project deliverables may include Research, Conceptual development of ideas, Design Development/methodology, Prototyping, final design implementation. A percentage mark is assigned for each deliverable, adding to a total a total of 100%. Each project is assigned a percentage of the overall module mark dependent on project length.
Repeat Assessments
On failure of the module, the student will be issued with a repeat project/projects that will satisfy the module learning outcomes.
Indicative Syllabus
Photoshop
Creation of custom made imagery that will be incorporated into students project work. Understand and appreciate the differences between creating images for print and digital presentation. Appreciate the use of colour and composition to create imagery. Understand layers, palettes and basic tool functionality.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Continuous Assessment Project work | Project | Individual Project | 100 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial | Computer Laboratory | Photoshop tutorials | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent Learning | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Part Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial | Computer Laboratory | Photoshop Tutorials | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent Learning | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Part Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Required Reading
2017-12-22 Adobe Photoshop CC Classroom in a Book (2018 Release)
ISBN 0134852486 ISBN-13 9780134852485
2017-12-22 Adobe Photoshop CC Classroom in a Book (2018 Release)
ISBN 0134852486 ISBN-13 9780134852485
"The official training workbook from Adobe."
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Adobe Photoshop CC Classroom in a Book (2018 Release).
Adobe Photoshop CS6 Bible (Wiley)
Journal Resources
None
URL Resources
https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/tutorials.html
Other Resources
None
Additional Information
None