GA2120 - Three Dimensional Studies

Credit points:	03
Year:	2006
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
Administered by:

Available to students enrolled in the BCommunication Design degree.

Students enrolled in this subject will examine the ways in which three dimensional elements may be incorporated into design and illustration. A range of working methods and materials will be investigated and related functional, technical, aesthetic and production related issues explored. Packaging, signage, collage/construction, display and exhibition systems, environmental graphics, model making and 3D illustration techniques will be examined. Students will be introduced to 3D modelling software and will produce packaging mockups, three dimensional logos and render and animate a range of simple objects. The use of virtual reality in communication, entertainment and on the Internet using VRML (Virtual Reality Modelling Language) is studied and future trends and applications are discussed. Storage, playback and image capture methods for three dimensional graphics and illustrations and the formats necessary for their inclusion in print and screen based applications are covered.

Learning Outcomes

• ability to produce mockups of three dimensional products, objects, etc. for client presentation;
• ability to transfer images produced in 3D software programs into a range of print and screen based applications;
• awareness of the rate of technological change and ability to respond in an appropriate manner;
• awareness of the use of VRML and virtual reality in a range of communications applications;
• incorporate three dimensional design options within their creative and problem solving behaviour;
• understand the functional, technical and production requirements of a range of physical media;
• use a 3D modelling software package to model, render and animate a range of simple objects.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
• The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• The ability to select and use appropriate IT tools;
• The ability to access and employ online technologies effectively;
• The ability to use and interpret different media;
• The ability to use a variety of media and methods to retrieve, analyse, evaluate, organise and present information.

Prerequisites:

GA1120

Availabilities
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2006
Coord/Lect:	arjvw.
Contact hours:	13 hours 13 hours 13 hours
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Special Assessment Requirements:	In order to establish the authenticity of work submitted for assessment, attendance at practical classes is compulsory. Rolls are kept and work submitted by students with an attendance of less than 80% will not be eligible for assessment unless prior approval has been obtained in writing from the lecturer.

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