Module Details
| Module Code: |
MEDI C1613 |
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Module Title:
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Principles of Light
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Title:
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Principles of Light
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| Module Level:: |
6 |
| Module Coordinator: |
Cathal Nolan
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| Module Author:: |
Pat Chambers
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| Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to allow the student the opportunity to understand difficult but fundamental ideas from Physics with an emphasis on their practical ramifications. It is furthermore envisioned that the knowledge developed here can later be extended as it will compliment later modules, which they will undertake in their degree, that focus on camera-operation, filming & lighting.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Describe the properties of light itself & objects that interact with or manipulate light. |
| LO2 |
Comprehend & measure light & the parameters of objects that interact with or manipulate light. |
| LO3 |
Relate the properties & measurements of light & associated objects with the principles of the technologies that capture, store, process and transmit light. |
| LO4 |
Demonstrate competency in the ability to measure and characterise properties of light such as wavelength, polarization & brightness. |
| LO5 |
Judge & appraise important parameters such as focal length, aperture, shutter speed, ISO and polarization with a view to applying these practically in photography & filmmaking. |
| LO6 |
Evaluate light-colour reproduction standards with a view to assessing image and film quality. |
| LO7 |
Develop problem-solving skills broad enough to be applied in an industry where the use of technology changes rapidly. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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| No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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| Indicative Content |
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Waves & Units:
Watts, Lux, SI units, review of algebraic manipulations, Scientific/Engineering notation & trigonometry, wave equation, amplitude, frequency, phase, period, constructive interference, destructive interference, relation of colour to frequency/wavelength, relation of brightness to amplitude.
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Light
Light reflection, refraction and absorption, diffraction and dispersion, rainbows & prisms, polarization of light, total internal reflection, fibre optic cables, electromagnetic spectrum, visual acuity & tristimulus, rods & cones, colour science, colour perception.
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Optics & Cameras
Lens types, lens behaviour, variable focal length lens set-ups, mirror types, mirror behaviour, aperture & f-stop numbers, focal length, shutter speed, ISO, lighting, specular & diffuse reflection, depth-of-field, magnification, 3D cinema, polarisation filters.
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Images
Real images, virtual images, inverted images, pixels, digital vs analog image capture, temporal sampling rate, CIE colour charts, TV & colour-reproduction standards, gamut calculations & comparisons, image quality, lens quality and resolution, modulation transfer function, image enhancement techniques.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
| Project | 30.00% |
| Practical | 30.00% |
Assessments
| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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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.
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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 |
| Lecture |
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Contact |
Delivery will consist of lectures with embedded tutorial sessions. |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
| Laboratory |
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Contact |
Delivery will consist of Physics laboratory sessions problem-solving and measurement. |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
Reading, projects, study. |
Every Week |
6.00 |
6 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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P.U.P.A. Gilbert, W. Haeberli. Physics in the arts, Elsevier.
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H. Zettl. Television producers handbook, Thomson-Wadsworth.
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| This module does not have any other resources |
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