Module Details

Module Code: DIGT
Module Title: Digital Publication
Title: Digital Publication
Module Level:: 7
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Eileen Doyle
Module Author:: Bernadette Douglas
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to provide the learner with an understanding of the principles of designing an illustrated book for digital consumption. The learner will develop an understanding of the fundamentals of print production and the document / file requirements. The learner will then develop understanding of the various forms of digital publications and how to adapt print layout for digital application. The learner will apply their skills to data Visualisation projects in Design Studio 3 (Industrial Design) to complete a digital publication.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate the ability to develop advanced creative graphical layout following a defined style for print and screen considerations
LO2 Demonstrate the ability to apply finishing and proofing processes and file sharing / management for print / digital printing and publication
LO3 Demonstrate the ability to utilise creative software Adobe InDesign to develop clean graphic pages for fixed and reflowable digital content
LO4 Demonstrate the ability to collate and curate diverse design content across various sources for digital publication / portfolio
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
6858 INTL H3424 Industrial Design
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Publication Fundamentals Digital / Print
The learner is introduced to the fundamentals of commercial print and illustrated publication principles, procedures and processes and industry standards of colour and paper selection. The learner develops understanding of design considerations for digital publication such as layout and readability issues and fixed or reflowable content display and performance across devices.
Digital Publication Process and Application
The learner will be introduced to the process and procedures for developing and publishing an illustrated digital document using industry software Adobe InDesign. The learner will develop proficiency through developing copy and illustration for linked projects with Design Studio 3 (Industrial Design). The learner will develop curation skills and refinement of complex project narratives that build towards a complete publication. Interactive elements will be introduced for clear navigation and enhanced user experience and readability / information clarity. The learner will publish their work in an eBook format.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 20 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Learners will submit a draft portfolio developed in InDesign following a defined layout strategy and visual style and showing curated content and development work for linked projects across the six key learning streams.
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 70
Timing Week 30 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Learners will submit a digital portfolio eBook showing curated content and development over the semester across the six key learning streams using the learner’s visual presentation skills. This deliverable is linked to project outcomes of the other design modules and must contain effective presentation of exemplary work.
Interim submission will be specifically used to provide timely formative feedback to learners at key stages of skill development linked projects in Design Studio 3 (Industrial Design)
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.

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
Studio Based Learning Contact Mentored content delivery & support, facilitated peer-to-peer interaction, tutor/self/peer critique/evaluation Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Time Non Contact Individual and collaborative peer-to-peer learning, in skill & competency development Every Week 6.00 6
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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