vpa2ad4 applied design 4
APPLIED DESIGN 4
VPA2AD4
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Applied Design 4 extends a wide range of skills and knowledge in digital technologies using software and platforms appropriate to website development. This subject consolidates proficiencies in the creative use of essential digital tools and design thinking to the professional practice of communication for real-time digital presentation. Industry based briefs extend the investigations to a broad range of practical experiences in preparing graphics suitable for the production of contemporary digital media.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPaul Morris
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Fresh ideas in Photoshop | Recommended | Evans, P. 1998 | F AND W PUBLISHING |
| Readings | Mastering Photoshop CS3 for print design and production, | Recommended | Locascio, T. 2007 | WILEY |
| Readings | QuarkXPress book, | Recommended | Blatner, D. and Taub, 1994 | 4TH EDN, PEACHPIT PRESS |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Apply effective visual communication through considered typographic and image design for web development.
- Activities:
- Case studies. Workshop, lecture. Blog posts to showcase research and examples of own work.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
02. Consolidate skills and knowledge in 2D imaging, illustration and animation for different platforms.
- Activities:
- Workshop, lecture. Rationale writing and shared concepts. Blog posts to showcase research and examples of own work.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Exercise creative design thinking and problem solving for industry based practice outcomes.
- Activities:
- Peer review, interactions. Blog posts to showcase research and examples of own work.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
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Bendigo, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Morris
Class requirements
Lecture
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShop
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animated logo for business or community organisation (1200 word equ) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Talking typography- bring type alive with animated storytelling (1500 word equ) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Interactive Animation student directed project (1200 word equ) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Mildura, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Morris
Class requirements
Lecture
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShop
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animated logo for business or community organisation (1200 word equ) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Talking typography- bring type alive with animated storytelling (1500 word equ) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Interactive Animation student directed project (1200 word equ) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |