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Unit Summary
Unit type
UG Coursework Unit
Credit points
12
AQF level
Level of learning
Introductory
Former School/College
Unit aim
Introduces students to the basic principles of design and digital imaging through a combination of practice and theory using Photoshop. A basic pathway enables students to complete competency-based modules. An optional advanced pathway enables students to undertake an additional design project where self-expression and technical ability are assessed.
Unit content
Topic 1: Introduction to the unit: Photomontage and digital storytelling
Topic 2: Acquiring raw materials, appropriation and copyright issues
Topic 3: Digital Imaging basics and making selections
Topic 4: Hybrid imagery
Topic 5: Composition strategies
Topic 6: Using digital colour
Topic 7: Creating spatial illusions using layers, filters and transparency
Topic 8: Animation basics
Topic 9: Adding sound to moving imagery
Topic 10: Critical practice, observation and reflection
Learning outcomes
Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.
| On completion of this unit, students should be able to: | GA1 | GA2 | GA3 | GA4 | GA5 | GA6 | GA7 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | describe and critically analyse theoretical and practical issues involved in the construction of digital imagery | |||||||
| 2 | use hardware and software to effectively acquire, access and manipulate source material | |||||||
| 3 | demonstrate skills in software processes used in digital image making | |||||||
| 4 | create digital images appropriate to visual art and design | |||||||
| 5 | On completion of the unit to the grade of credit or higher, students will also be able to: critically appraise their own digital image making and the work of others show evidence of the development of ideas and skills towards final artwork. | |||||||
On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
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describe and critically analyse theoretical and practical issues involved in the construction of digital imagery
- GA1:
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use hardware and software to effectively acquire, access and manipulate source material
- GA2:
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demonstrate skills in software processes used in digital image making
- GA2:
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create digital images appropriate to visual art and design
- GA2:
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On completion of the unit to the grade of credit or higher, students will also be able to:
critically appraise their own digital image making and the work of others show evidence of the development of ideas and skills towards final artwork.
- GA1:
- GA2:
- GA6: