DSIGN342-23B (HAM)

User Centred Design

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)

Keith Soo

Keith Soo
4456
G.G.18
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keith.soo@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

You can contact staff by:

  • Calling +64 7 838 4466 select option 1, then enter the extension.
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What this paper is about

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This paper enables students to apply principles of design and design elements to systematic information hierarchies, environmental graphics, advanced publications and multimedia documents. The paper will allow students to explore the relationship between theory and practice, including their own practice, and provide methodology and support for research in design.
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How this paper will be taught

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Studios will be dedicated to critiquing and class-wide participation. An important part of this time will be group & individual critique sessions and tutorials.

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Required Readings

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All reading materials will be handed out in class and/or made available on Moodle as each assignment commence.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Analyse and synthesise information gathered through theoretical and practical research methods to understand its relevance and how it can be applied appropriately in a range of contexts
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  • Present design work to an appropriate standard
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  • The ability to create appropriate design solutions in relevant design contexts
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  • The ability to design using a variety of design methods which are both theoretical and practical
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  • Understand target audiences and how appropriate design solutions can be developed for these audiences
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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Full assignment briefs for each assessment will be made available on Moodle.
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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. Monogram and Art Mark
24 Jul 2023
No set time
20
2. Brand Plus - Research
11 Sep 2023
12:00 AM
10
3. Branding Plus - Implementation
11 Sep 2023
12:00 AM
30
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4. Revamp & Repurpose
9 Oct 2023
No set time
30
5. Profession Practice
16 Oct 2023
No set time
10
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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