Module Details

Module Code: GRAP H4601
Module Title: Advanced Graphics
Title: Advanced Graphics
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Eoin Homan
Module Author:: Roxanne Burchartz
Domains:  
Module Description: To enhance students' practical post production skills in editing and graphics. To provide students with experience using industry-standard softwares to a professional level.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Recognise skills and techniques used in the post production process. This includes the production of motion graphics, visual effects and compositing within virtual 2D & 3D space.
LO2 Students should be able to demonstrate their knowledge of industry standard softwares through in-class assessments as well as practical assignments.
LO3 Students will produce work that showcases their creative skill and talent, using the software(s) taught as part of this module.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Graphics
Utilise advanced motion graphics and compositing skills to produce polished and innovative final products. The student should be able to demonstrate the workflow and practical methods relevant in a professional post production environment. They should be able to use their technical skills in order to produce animated graphics. They should be able to seamlessly combine video, graphics and visual effects through advanced compositing that will reflect in their projects.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment60.00%
Project40.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem 2 End Learning Outcomes 1,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A creative visual production, using captured video and motion graphics.

Students will work in a semi-autonomous fashion, implementing technical post production skills.
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Exercises and/or assessments based on various post production techniques.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Learners that fail but achieve a minimum final percentage of 30% in the module will be eligible for one or more of the following: Submit assignment, Re-submit components, Practical examination, Interview or Presentation.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Laboratory Contact Laboratory Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Chris & Trish Meyers. (2010), Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects: Essential and Advanced Techniques, Focal Press, [ISBN: ISBN-13: 978-0240814155].
  • The Art and Science of Digital Compositing: Techniques for Visual Effects, Animation and Motion Graphics. (2008), The Art and Science of Digital Compositing: Techniques for Visual Effects, Animation and Motion Graphics, Morgan Kaufmann, [ISBN: ISBN-13: 978-0123706386].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Murch, Walter. (2001), In The Blink of an Eye; A Perspective on Film Editing.
  • Cinefex Magazine, www.cinefex.com.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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