Visual and Interactive Design for Digital Media

Unit code: ACM2014 | Study level: Undergraduate
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Online Real Time
Students enrolled in course code ABAB and LBLA must complete at least 72 credit points (equivalent to 6 units) in Year 1 before undertaking any Level 2 units.
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit covers the requirements and principles of electronic design for the screen. It examines the visual and interactive design practices and processes of digital media, including static, temporal and interactive media. The platforms explored are web and mobile platforms. Topics explored include: processes to create a design concept, branding, trends in design, and the relationship between text and image. The visual literacy and technical skill sets of students will be developed, including the written and oral communication skills required by a digital designer. Industry practices within the domain of interactive design, such as user experience are explored. Students are given guidance to research, design and develop a folio. Assessment tasks combine creativity with theoretical and technical knowledge.


Underlying this unit are the industry processes of SCRUM and agile production which give the opportunity to reflect on the advantages and disadvantages of production models.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Investigate and evaluate the role of design in a digital media production;
  2. Devise and execute a visual and interactive prototype through application of creative and technical skills;
  3. Critically review and analyse the processes required to undertake design research, including the consideration of cultural values; and
  4. Analyse needs of audience/client groups in design process.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 20%
Oral presentation
Assessment type: Exercise
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Grade: 20%
Online discussions
Assessment type: Portfolio
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Grade: 60%
Design portfolio (2 instalments)

Required reading

Links to recommended texts for this unit will be provided to students via the Learning Management System (VU Collaborate)

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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