GA3241 - Advanced Multimedia Studies
Credit points: | 03 |
Year: | 2006 |
Student Contribution Band: | Band 1 |
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This is the last of the six units in the Bachelor of Communication Design's multimedia stream. This subject capitalises on a range of design and production skills learned in previous multimedia design units and applies them to a real life project. Students will gather raw information from this source and use it to create content in the form of information graphics, animations, text and 3D models. These content elements will be combined with video and audio elements within a multimedia authoring environment, for high bandwidth delivery via CD-ROM and low bandwidth delivery via the Internet. Additionally students will design packaging and print based materials to compliment and advertise their multimedia product. Weekly lectures will address emerging trends within the multimedia industry tracking developments in such areas as: digital streaming technologies for both video and audio files; rich internet applications and programming and software changes and their effect on design and production for the multimedia design industry. Media collected in the content phase of this project will also be used in GA3231. Available to students enrolled in the BCommunication Design degree.
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate an ability to develop multimedia content elements, including motion graphics/animations that support/illuminate aspects of the client's message;
- demonstrate an understanding of bandwidth, performance and cross platform issues;
- demonstrate substantial creative and visual digital techniques;
- develop and integrate a personal style of design into their practical projects;
- utilise available computer software and information resources for creative, research and technical purposes;
- author complete multimedia solutions with an understanding of scripting languages to facilitate interactivity and non-linear navigation;
- plan and execute the authoring of a complex multimedia project, with an understanding of the audience's needs and the client's expectations.
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 a variety of media and methods to retrieve, analyse, evaluate, organise and present information;
- The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner.
Prerequisites: | GA3111 and GA3121 |
Inadmissible Subject Combinations: | GA3232 and GA3242 |
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Census Date 08-Sep-2006 | |
Coord/Lect: | Russ Rankin. |
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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. |
Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.