Module Code: H6INMULT
Long Title Introduction to Multimedia
Title Introduction to Multimedia
Module Level: LEVEL 6
EQF Level: 5
EHEA Level: Short Cycle
Credits: 10
Module Coordinator: PRAMOD PATHAK
Module Author: Helen Power
Departments:  
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the theoretical concepts and essential properties of multimedia
LO2 Differentiate between the various components that typically make up a multimedia project
LO3 Apply the principles of human-computer interaction design to the design of multimedia projects
LO4 Develop multimedia interfaces in accordance with the principles of multimedia authoring
LO5 Use a range of different multimedia development tools to produce different user interfaces
LO6 Ascertain which approaches to use when implementing multimedia projects for different users
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Theory (40%)
• Introduction to multimedia – Definition, history, future, multimedia hardware, multimedia software • Components of multimedia production – Text, sound, images, animation, video • Human Computer Interaction Design – Goals, principles, concepts of cognition and user models • Principles of multimedia authoring – Development lifecycle, multimedia production teams, design patterns
Multimedia Authoring Tools (60%)
• Creating and designing multimedia applications e.g. Using Adobe Creative Suite – Flash, Fireworks, Dreamweaver, Flash Builder. • Authoring tools will be used to experiment with approaches for: o UI design o Building multimedia rich websites o Animation o Game design o Scripting for multimedia e.g. ActionScript • Developing 3D models and animations e.g. Using Blender, and open source 3D content creation suite. • Additional newly emerging technologies for use in creating interactive multimedia applications.
Teaching methodology:
The learning strategy involves the use of lectures, tutorials and practical labs work as appropriate. Students will also have access to web based support.
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 40
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
No Description
Assessment Type: Other % of total: 60
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Continuous Assessment
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 4 Every Week 4.00
Lab No Description 4 Every Week 4.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 8.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 2 Every Week 2.00
Lab No Description 2 Every Week 2.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Alan Cooper. (2007), About Face 3: The Essentials of Interaction Design, Wiley.
  • Mark Pilgrim. (2010), HTML5 Up and Running, O'Reilly.
  • James Governor. (2009), Web 2.0 Architectures What Entrepreneurs and Information Architects Need to Know, O'Reilly.
  • Bill Scott and Theresa Neil. (2009), Designing Web Interfaces: Principles and Patterns for Rich Interactions, O'Reilly.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Preece, J. et al. (2007), Interaction Design :beyond human computer interaction, John Wiley & Sons.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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