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Archived Version 2020 - 2021

Module Title Responsive Media
Module Code CM142
School School of Communications

Online Module Resources

Module Co-ordinatorDr. Declan TuiteOffice NumberC177
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 10
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

This module will introduce students to authoring skills and concepts inherent in production of non-linear media. To provide students with necessary technical and organisational skills to begin producing multimedia projects combining text and graphics with audio and video clips; including simple linear animations and small navigable projects. The module will pay particular attention to giving the student the key principles so these skills and knowledge can in turn be mapped across and re-used with a variety of other applications/situations. Students will learn and be assessed via group work.

Learning Outcomes

1. Produce rich media projects combining text, graphics, audio and video.
2. Plan a project for navigation.
3. Develop interactive mixed-media projects
4. Identify appropriate media assets for the chosen delivery platform.
5. Gather and Manage assets effectively.
6. Integrate multiple media types into a project.
7. Take responsibility for their role in a group project.
8. Identify and allot key roles in a mixed media production.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture12Theory, case study and demonstatino based
Lecture24Lab sessions practice based, problem solving and feedback
Independent Study63independent learning time
Independent Study26Weekly problem solving exercises
Assignment Completion40Assignement One - Linear show with limited interactive elements
Assignment Completion50Assignment Two - Interactive product demo
Directed learning35Presentation preparation - product demo surveys
Total Workload: 250

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Working with multiple media types
Compatible Mime Types Cross Platform Issues Authoring versus Exported versions

Simple animation
Techniques: Keyframe Step Real-time

Project Planning Production Guidelines
Project Planning Asset Gathering & Asset Management Testing.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

    Other Resources

    None
    Programme or List of Programmes
    MMABSc in Multimedia
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