Module Descriptors
DIGITAL DESIGN PROJECT
PROD40088
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Hugh Williamson
Email: Hugh.Williamson@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Texts
Derakhshani D. [2013]: Introducing Maya 2014
Naas P. [2013]: Autodesk Maya 2014 Essentials. Autodesk Official Press
The Art of Maya [2007]: An Introduction to 3D Computer Graphics. John Wiley & Sons Inc
Naas P. [2013]: Autodesk Maya 2014 Essentials. Autodesk Official Press
The Art of Maya [2007]: An Introduction to 3D Computer Graphics. John Wiley & Sons Inc
Module Resources
Access to Product & Transport Design studio (K21)
Seminar room (K21A)
Resource room (K27)
CAD Suite (K25A)
Presentation room (K25C)
Clay Modeling Workshops (K25B)(K25D)
3D & CAD Workshops (Wood, Metal, Plastic & Resin)
Access to relevant software (to include: Alias, Maya, SolidWorks, Adobe CS Suite, Microsoft Office, Keyshot, iMovie, Showcase, Keynote, SketchUp)
Thompson Library, including access to Lynda.com for online learning tutorials and Mintel (library portal)
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.
Seminar room (K21A)
Resource room (K27)
CAD Suite (K25A)
Presentation room (K25C)
Clay Modeling Workshops (K25B)(K25D)
3D & CAD Workshops (Wood, Metal, Plastic & Resin)
Access to relevant software (to include: Alias, Maya, SolidWorks, Adobe CS Suite, Microsoft Office, Keyshot, iMovie, Showcase, Keynote, SketchUp)
Thompson Library, including access to Lynda.com for online learning tutorials and Mintel (library portal)
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Comprising:
- a piece of computer modelling and visualisation (Learning outcomes 2,3, 4)
- an illustrated evaluative report (Learning outcome 1,4)
Key Information Set Data:
100% coursework
- a piece of computer modelling and visualisation (Learning outcomes 2,3, 4)
- an illustrated evaluative report (Learning outcome 1,4)
Key Information Set Data:
100% coursework
Module Indicative Content
This module will introduce you to using computer software to support traditional design, modeling, illustration and visualization techniques.
You will gain an understanding of the fundamental techniques of 3D computer modelling in the design process.
You will produce a structured report detailing the development process of your final modelling process and visualisation.
You will gain an understanding of the fundamental techniques of 3D computer modelling in the design process.
You will produce a structured report detailing the development process of your final modelling process and visualisation.
Module Learning Strategies
Taking part in software training sessions.
Working independently, in the studio and computer areas
Experimenting with the representation of form through computer skills.
Key Information Set Data:
24% scheduled learning and teaching activities
76% guided independent learning
Working independently, in the studio and computer areas
Experimenting with the representation of form through computer skills.
Key Information Set Data:
24% scheduled learning and teaching activities
76% guided independent learning