Digital image and mixed media integration are one of the fundamental aspects to the Digital Compositing industry. In this module students will learn the technical and creative mix of skills required to create comprehensive composites for Visual FX.
This module will introduce history, theory and practice of digital compositing from the still through to the moving image.

On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:

1. Show an appreciation for the fundamentals of digitally compositing still and moving images.
MQF1, MQF7
2. Comprehend the core skills and techniques of rotoscoping, roto-paint, compositing and keying.
MQF2
3. Appraise visual elements for their specific aesthetic and technical handling requirements.
MQF2
4. Demonstrate application of the visual effects toolkit in the production of a range of visual effects solutions to problems presented.
MQF6

MQF Learning Outcome Area
MQF1 - Innovation, Knowledge and critical thinking skills MQF2 - Practical skills
MQF3 - Social skills & responsibilities
MQF4 - Values, attitudes, professionalism and ethics MQF5 - Communications, leadership and team skills MQF6 - Problem solving & scientific skills
MQF7 - Research, Information management and lifelong learning skills
MQF8 - Managerial & entrepreneurial skills

A COURSEWORK weighted at 100%. 100% Coursework comprising of:-

A written analytical and reflective logbook (2000 words) weighted at 40% which will assess Learning Outcome 2, 3 and 4

A multiple choice class test weighted at 10% which will assess learning outcome 1.

The objectives of this module is to:
1. Contribute to the achievement of the Learning Outcomes specified for the student’s award at Level 4.
2. Provide an introduction to the study of Digital Compositing 1.
3. Meet the prerequisite requirements of modules at Levels 4 and 5 of study.
4. Introduce and begin to develop student skills in relation to Digital Compositing 1.
5. Introduce and begin to develop lifelong learning skills of independent learning and study in relation to Digital Compositing 1.
6. Enable students to develop their ability to:
• Solve problems
• Analyse
• Use ICT

Teaching-learning and assessment strategy:

The module comprises lectures and tutorials and involves team working skills within the assignment.

Essential Reading

The Adobe Creative Team (2011), Adobe Photoshop CS6 Classroom in a Book, Adobe Press; 1 edition (June 1, 2012), ISBN: 0321827333

Dariush Derakhshani (2014), Introducing Autodesk Maya 2015: Autodesk Official Press 1st Edition, Sybex, ISBN: 1118862848

The Adobe Creative Team (2013), Adobe After Effects CC Classroom in a Book, Adobe Press; 1 edition (July 20, 2013), ISBN: 0321929608

Matt Kloskowski (2011), Photoshop Compositing Secrets, Peachpit PresS, ISBN-13: 978- 0321808233
Wright, S (2006), Digital Compositing for Film & Video, 2nd Edition, Focal Press, ISBN-10: 024080760X