MMD3706 - Multimedia design studio 6

Leader: Vince Dziekan

Offered

Caulfield First semester 2007 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2007 (Day)

Synopsis

Projects requiring research and application in motion graphics, information architecture, self-promotion, on-line corporate identity design, interactive environments, iconography/interface design, data-driven web design and site specific installation. Folio preparation is also covered.

Objectives

On successful completion of this unit, students will:

1. approach the problem-solving of interactive digital media and multimedia design with an inquiring, adventurous and open attitude;
2. be able to identify multimedia design problems and determine the appropriate multimedia elements in response to the design problem;
3. have an advanced knowledge of principles of human-computer interface design;
4. be able to use a wide range of multimedia production language and technologies;
5. understand and have the ability to analyse the benefits and constraints of different delivery platforms for multimedia design, including digital video, the internet, cd-rom, dvd-rom, site-specific installation, and other technologies;
6. be aware of the specialised roles identified in the multimedia industry, and to identify which role best matches their skills set;
7. undertake research and application of multimedia design in projects such as motion graphics, information architecture, self-promotion, on-line corporate identity design, interactive environments, iconography / interface design, data-driven web design, and site specific installation;
8. be able to prepare a folio presentation for self promotion, utilising a variety of appropriate media.

Assessment

Major projects: 100%

Contact hours

24-hours per week including 8 studio hours and 16 hours of independent study

Prerequisites

MMD3705