Postgraduate - UnitVCM4101 - Introduction to multimedia imaging

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6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

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Level	Postgraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Organisational Unit	Department of Design
Offered	Caulfield First semester 2014 (Day) Caulfield Second semester 2014 (Day)
Coordinator(s)	Mr Samuel Berkoh

Synopsis

This unit introduces the student to the different aspects of digital imaging for multimedia. The process of creating and using digital imaging effectively is defined and students will gain an understanding of the theory behind the inclusion of digital images in multimedia production. Students undertake project work which explores a range of technical skills and design concepts for incorporating digital images into multimedia production.

Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will:

understand the process of converting visual material into a digital format using scanning and image capturing technology
understand the types of digital imaging including still graphics, animation and video, 2D and 3D
understand the composition of the digital image including resolution and compression formats
have the skills to manipulate digital images using digital editing software
have the skills to create a digital image using digital editing software
be aware of the different digital image formats applicable to different multimedia authoring environments
understand the process of inclusion of digital images into multimedia authoring environments.

Assessment

Individual projects: 75%
Essay (1250 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Mr Jeffrey Janet

Workload requirements

12 hours per week, including 1 lecture hour, 2 studio hours and 9 hours of independent study

Prerequisites

admission to MMM & MMDes course