Lecture, tutorials, practicals. The strategy will primarily be to deliver the content through learning by doing, using individual, group work, analysis and comparison of visual media. Information design will be delivered through studio based scenario, with students working on various information based design projects.
Module Aim:
To introduce the student to the area of information design. Develop an understanding of how information design operate within the field of visual communications.
Gain theory and practical knowledge in the design of information and visualisation
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Be able to evaluate Key factors within the principles of visual storytelling, and demonstrate how to and design for these.
LO2
Visually communicate an understanding in the principles of information design, including the role and importance of hierarchy, layout, typography and emphasis
LO3
Be able to analyse models of visual communication and understand data and how to visualise information so it is effective for your chosen market
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Information design
Understand data, and visualisation of data. Understand hierarchy of information, type, colour, layout.
Visual Storytelling
Visualize and communicate critical information in conjunction with understanding how the end user digests information. applying the principles of visual storytelling
Assessment Breakdown
%
Project
100.00%
No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Project
Information Design based Project
1,2,3
100.00
Sem 2 End
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment