DESN2111
Visual Communication Design Principles
10 Units
Not available in 2014
Previously offered in 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006
This course requires students to apply knowledge of design principles and processes to solve design problems. Critical analysis and analytical thinking are applied through experiment and with materials and equipment to develop understanding of applied design solutions. Presentation skills are an important part of project based learning mode.
| Objectives | On successful completion of the course, students will be able to: 1. Apply design principles via the project based learning mode 2. Demonstrate the ability to present design solutions using an enhanced visual vocabulary 3. Apply an understanding of research methodology in the studio based context 4. Recognise the role of traditional and contemporary design production processes 5. Apply a range of media to the solution of design problems 6. Recognise the roles played by various specialist in a multidisciplinary design context |
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| Content | Topics will be selected from the following.: 1. Design principles 2. Basic professional design studio practice 3. Visual communication media and technique 4. Application of creative problem solving 5. Visual and oral presentation techniques 6. Illustration, Graphic Design and Digital Media 7. Structure of type and image |
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| Replacing Course(s) | DESN1110 | ||||||
| Transition | Credit cannot be obtained for both DESN1110 and DESN2111. | ||||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||||
| Assumed Knowledge | DESN1100, DESN1300, DESN1470, DESN1471. | ||||||
| Modes of Delivery | Internal Mode | ||||||
| Teaching Methods | Lecture
Practical Self Directed Learning Seminar Student Projects Workshop Computer Lab |
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| Contact Hours | Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Workshop: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |