Module Details

Module Code: DSGN H3702
Module Title: Information Design
Title: Information Design
Module Level:: 7
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Karen Hennessy
Module Author:: Patrick Morgan
Domains:  
Module Description: To introduce the student to the area of information design. Develop an understanding of how information design operate within the field of visual communications.

Gain theory and practical knowledge in the design of information and visualisation
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Be able to evaluate Key factors within the principles of visual storytelling, and demonstrate how to and design for these.
LO2 Visually communicate an understanding in the principles of information design, including the role and importance of hierarchy, layout, typography and emphasis
LO3 Be able to analyse models of visual communication and understand data and how to visualise information so it is effective for your chosen market
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
Information design
Understand data, and visualisation of data. Understand hierarchy of information, type, colour, layout.
Visual Storytelling
Visualize and communicate critical information in conjunction with understanding how the end user digests information. applying the principles of visual storytelling
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Project100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 100
Timing Sem 2 End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Information Design based Project
No Practical
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.

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 Contact Series of connected lectures, case studies and class discussions. 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description Every Week 36.00 36
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Emory A. Griffin. (2018), A First Look at Communication Theory, 10. McGraw-Hill Education, [ISBN: 978-126009156].
  • McQuail, D.. (2010), Mass Communication Theory, 4th Edition. London: Sage, [ISBN: 978-184920292].
  • Kathryn Coates,Andy Ellison. (2014), An Introduction to Information Design, Laurence King Publishing, p.208, [ISBN: 9781780673387].
  • Wang Shaoqiang. (2017), Infographics, Promopress, p.240, [ISBN: 841650492X;].
  • Gareth Cook.. (2016), The best American infographics 2016, Boston Mariner Books, [ISBN: 9780544556386].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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