Module Descriptors
DIGITAL MULTIMEDIA THEORY AND TOOLS 1
XDES70096
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 7
15 credits
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Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • CWK - A&D weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
You will generate a series of on online screen based graphic designs using appropriate digital design tools demonstrating your ability to apply principles of good design; optimisation and graphic manipulation; engage in the peer review process and understand and apply proper terminology (33%)
[Application; Visual Analysis; Knowledge and Understanding; Communication, Working with others]

You will generate an online electronic personal portfolio site using appropriate digital design tools demonstrating your ability to apply principles of good design; creating website storyboards; applying quality assurance and redesign techniques; applying usability and accessibility theory; engage in the peer review process and understand and apply proper terminology. (33%) [Application; Visual Analysis; Knowledge and Understanding; Communication, Working with others]

Working with an assigned team you will generate a basic client based website using appropriate digital design tools demonstrating your ability to apply principles of good design in creating usable, effective websites; effective team collaboration; design for a client; use professional design processes; engage in the peer review process and understand and apply proper terminology. (34%) [Application; Visual Analysis; Knowledge and Understanding; Communication, Working with others]
Module Texts
Dreamweaver Hands-on Training - Author: Garrick Chow
Publisher: Peachpit Press
ISBN-10: 0321509854
Adobe Flash CS3 Hands-on Training - Author: Todd Perkinds
Publisher: Peachpit Press
ISBN-10: 0321509838
Module Learning Strategies
1. Follow the class structure in the Virtual Learning Environment reading material, viewing movies and completing the exercises.
2. Read the assigned chapters in the text or view the assigned software instructional movies.
3. Complete peer review and attend class crits to receive feedback on your work.
4. Attend technical support sessions as needed.
Module Indicative Content
This module is designed to further your knowledge of the theories and terminology of digital interactive multimedia focusing on: 'Soft' skills such as interviewing and responding to feedback; Designing a website for clients; Problem solving that helps support multiple perspectives; Reflection about the design process and effective communication; Peer teaching and evaluation in a collaborative environment.
Module Resources
Access to studio space and lecture/seminar room with blackout and digital presentation hardware. Access to digital storage. Computer workshop facilities and appropriate software.