In a series of instructor led workshops you will become familiar with a range of compositing systems / software applications
Attend instructor led computer workshops, watching instructor led demonstrations and completing these exercises over the course of the module.
Work on a variety of workshop based assignments
Work independently in the computer workshops, the studios, and other areas of the University
Access and utilise instructor led tutorial movies
Access further sources of reading and development e.g. the Internet and the Thompson library

Single assignment to be presented in the form of a 10 minute PowerPoint presentation and supported via sketchbooks, notebooks, with all digital content to be compiled on a CD-ROM/DVD. [Learning Outcomes 1, 2 and 3]

Computer workshops, with appropriate software (e.g. Adobe Photoshop and Autodesk's Combustion)
Data projection facilities
Access to Blackboard VLE system
Appropriate staff resources to include hardware and software (Adobe Photoshop, Autodesk's Combustion and Techsmith?s Camtasia)

Must satisfy these admission requirements: CW H&S / CW Induction modulette

This module will introduce you to the techniques and theory employed in the creation of a 'digital' composite via discussion and worked examples.
The module will provide you with an appreciation of how 'digital compositing' can be utilized to present traditional artwork / presentation boards and via electronic media (TV / Screens etc)
You will experience a range of approaches to shot / artwork composition and assembly using both 2D and 3D applications, such as Adobe's Photoshop and Autodesk's Combustion.
You will also investigate the development of these techniques, reflecting upon the impact that technology has had in the enhancement and refinement of these techniques.
You will reflect on your learning and personal skills development over the course of the module.
Supporting this module will be a range of computer workshop sessions, complemented by tutorial movies covering most aspects of the module content, providing you with the skills to work competently in the computer workshops.

Evening, Martin. Adobe Photoshop CS2 for Photographers. Focal Press. 2005 ISBN 0240519841
Cotta Vaz, Mark. Industrial Light and Magic: into the digital realm. Del Rey / Ballantine. 1996 ISBN 0345381521
Prakel, David. Composition. Ava. 2006. ISBN 2940373043 and 9782940373048
Davis, Gary M.. The Focal Easy Guide to Combustion 4. Focal Press. 2005. ISBN 13:9780240520100 and ISBN 10:0240520106
Combustion 4 Fundamentals Courseware. 2005. Focal Press. ISBN 1 3:9780240807850 and ISBN 10:0240807855
Schwartz, Lopsie. Adobe Photoshop for VFX Artists. 2005. Thomson Course Technology. ISBN: 1592004873