Module Descriptors
DIGITAL PRESENTATION 1
FVFX40166
Key Facts
School of Digital, Technologies and Arts
Level 4
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Jan Korenko
Email: Jan.Korenko@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 60
Independent Study Hours: 240
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Resources
Appropriate studio/workshop facilities
Lecture/Seminar space
CW's equipped with appropriate digital software (e.g. Photoshop / Painter) and hardware (e.g. Wacom tablets, high spec computers, WACOM Cintiqs (touch screen))
Students are expected to take advantage of the extensive library facilities available within the University, keeping abreast of current developments through appropriate periodicals, CD-ROMs, online resources and be aware of the work of major practitioners within the field of concept design, character design, visual effects, games design and film props / media.
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module.
The module handbook will be available ONLINE, via Blackboard, listed under the appropriate module entry.
Lecture/Seminar space
CW's equipped with appropriate digital software (e.g. Photoshop / Painter) and hardware (e.g. Wacom tablets, high spec computers, WACOM Cintiqs (touch screen))
Students are expected to take advantage of the extensive library facilities available within the University, keeping abreast of current developments through appropriate periodicals, CD-ROMs, online resources and be aware of the work of major practitioners within the field of concept design, character design, visual effects, games design and film props / media.
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module.
The module handbook will be available ONLINE, via Blackboard, listed under the appropriate module entry.
Module Learning Strategies
Watching demonstrations of various drawing processes, digital input of traditional artwork, re-touching, re-colouring, layout techniques and storyboard production (traditional and using software based solutions).
Independently developing your visualisation and layout skills in the studio, computer workshops, other parts of the university / at home / offsite.
Independently developing your awareness of professional media, techniques and standards, via research and 'self' development using online resources such as Digital Tutors, Lynda.com etc.
Presenting your work in a competent, professional and organised manner, using the systems and methods defined by the module assignment / module staff.
Key Information Set:
20% scheduled learning and teaching activities
80% guided independent study
Independently developing your visualisation and layout skills in the studio, computer workshops, other parts of the university / at home / offsite.
Independently developing your awareness of professional media, techniques and standards, via research and 'self' development using online resources such as Digital Tutors, Lynda.com etc.
Presenting your work in a competent, professional and organised manner, using the systems and methods defined by the module assignment / module staff.
Key Information Set:
20% scheduled learning and teaching activities
80% guided independent study
Module Indicative Content
Preparation of 2D artwork, to be translated into digital media for subsequent re-working / re-touching / re-colouring. Instructor led demonstrations of appropriate workflows / software usage, to include custom brush preparation, swatches, layer control / use.
TI sessions (where required) providing key Health & Safety instruction and Input / Output instructions (e.g. scanners and printers)
TI sessions (where required) providing key Health & Safety instruction and Input / Output instructions (e.g. scanners and printers)
Module Additional Assessment Details
100% Coursework comprising:
A portfolio of work communicating your understanding and competence in visualisation skills as demonstrated and referenced across the course of the module. This portfolio will contain industry benchmark examples, selected 'roughs' or underlays, completed artworks that address the defined requirements of the module brief (as digital submission).[Learning Outcomes 1-4]
Key Information Set:
100% Coursework
A portfolio of work communicating your understanding and competence in visualisation skills as demonstrated and referenced across the course of the module. This portfolio will contain industry benchmark examples, selected 'roughs' or underlays, completed artworks that address the defined requirements of the module brief (as digital submission).[Learning Outcomes 1-4]
Key Information Set:
100% Coursework
Module Texts
VFX Digital Presentation 1 - KEY texts will be housed in the Thompson Library, other texts are listed as further reading or useful sources of information- Staff will update these lists as newer titles appear.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/registry/wishlist/ZJMURVTPPCNP
Digital Tutors - VFX resource from September 2012
http://www.amazon.co.uk/registry/wishlist/ZJMURVTPPCNP
Digital Tutors - VFX resource from September 2012