DSIGN242-23B (HAM)

Interactive Environments

15 Points

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The University of Waikato
Academic Divisions
Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences Office
Department of Computer Science

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Nic Vanderschantz

Nic Vanderschantz
4652
G.G.15
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nic.vanderschantz@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Administrator(s)

: maria.admiraal@waikato.ac.nz

Placement/WIL Coordinator(s)

Tutor(s)

Student Representative(s)

Lab Technician(s)

Librarian(s)

: anne.ferrier-watson@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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This paper will enable students to experiment with applying design principles and research to problem-solving exercises that explore interactive media design. Students will develop skill and expertise in the range of software required for the completion of assignments, and designing for interactive media.

This paper introduces Communication Design and Media Design major students to the roles they will play in the development of interactive media and interactive environments.

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How this paper will be taught

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Through lectures, workshops, critiques, and assignments, students will develop their knowledge of layout, typography, interaction, usability, storyboarding and the use of design tools for the design of interactive media.

You are required to attend all class sessions and participate in any class discussions and critiques, meet all requirements of the handouts and present your work professionally. During assigned work times, you are expected to be in class working and participating.

Much of the learning in this paper is through doing and collaborating. This paper is designed to allow you to learn from the academic staff as well as from other members of the class.

Studios

All studio sessions must be attended.

Studio attendance is compulsory and required for students to be successful in this paper. Attendance will be recorded.

Students must attend BOTH the Tuesday and Friday Studio in-person.
Studios provide opportunities for students to gain assistance from tutors, graduate assistants, or demonstrators on the graded aspects of the paper.
This will take the form of:

  • group and individual instruction to assist with assignments
  • group and individual assignment critique
  • group and individual assignment feedback
  • your opportunity to clarify questions about this paper from the lecturer, tutor, graduate assistant, or demonstrator

Ensure that you have any material you need for the studio ready (e.g. printed) before class begins.

The first two hours of each studio will generally be used for instruction and group activities, while the final hour will be for independent learning. Students should expect formal presentations will extend to the full studio time to accommodate all students.

Graded assignment presentations & submissions will take place during studios at various times during the Trimester. These will be advised in assessment briefs and will be compulsory for students to attend in-person to receive a grade.

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Demonstrate competence in presenting for assessment design solutions which exhibit knowledge and control of interactive media.
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  • Demonstrate competence in presenting for assessment design solutions which exhibit knowledge and control of motion graphics.
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  • Use a design process in the search of options for solving visual problems.
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  • Work with text and image to create successful communication design solutions for a range of users, viewers, and audiences.
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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Performance within the paper is determined through assessment of works produced in each component. Each component will include regular milestones for achievement documented in the provided briefing materials, lectures, studios, and also in the accompanying Moodle page for the paper. It is important to review all lecture material and participate in all studios in the paper in order to understand the content of the paper.
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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Sketching Interactive Media
35
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Visualising Interactive Media
35
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Communicating Interactive Media
5
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Selling Interactive Media
15
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
5. Professional Practice
10
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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