Digital Design Publishing

Course aim

This course allows students to develop illustration skills using vector-based software; basic terminology, concepts and principles of visual design; file compression and formats.

Course content

Use of illustration vector-based software basic terminology, concepts and principles of visual design; psycho/physiological aspects of human visual perception in print contexts; vector graphics; file compression; graphics file formats for print; typographic styles for print; colour theory for print; scanning and manipulating images; presentation of visual information for diverse audiences in print media; ethical and legal implications of copyright. This course encourages experimentation through drawing skills using industry-standard software to create professional and sophisticated vector artwork, including graphical and text based materials for print publications; and innovative and creative digital illustration skills for inclusion in professional design portfolio.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Computer Practical	2 hours x 13 weeks
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, OFFSHORE, HELP COLLEGE OF ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	2 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Design Research Artefact, Folio task, vector design artefact

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.