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Courses Handbook 2013

This handbook contains information for courses and units at Curtin in 2013.
Information for current year courses and units is available at Courses Handbook 2012.

311950 v.1 Digital Design Major

Introduction

Students select their pathway of study within the Digital Design major from areas that include web-based design, 2-D and 3-D animation design, digital photography, digital illustration and rendering, interactive and experience design, simulations and modelling, and electronic game design. This programme will provide a comprehensive theoretical and practical education experience aimed at developing the essential creative and practical skills and knowledge to design products and applications using current and relevant digital technologies.

Major Combinations within the BA

Students choosing this major within the Bachelor of Arts degree will also choose another major or an elective stream. Choosing a second major allows students to study in an additional discipline area. Choosing an elective stream allows students to undertake further study in the discipline of their first major or choose from a variety of units from around the University.

Course Entry Requirments/Prequisites

Students should complete Animation Design Introduction 191 and Digital Image Compositing 192 in first year. Student should attend an information Session. Students are also recommended to complete Design Practice 171 and Design Practice 172 in first year.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 2 Semester 1
312228 v.2   Motion Graphics Design Introduction 271 2.0 25.0
312229 v.2   Internet Design Introduction 251 2.0 25.0
  50.0
Year 2 Semester 2
312230 v.2   Universal Design Principles 272 2.0 25.0
312231 v.2   Internet Interactivity Design 252 2.0 25.0
  50.0
Year 3 Semester 1
312232 v.2   Internet Dynamic Environment Design 351 3.0 25.0
312233 v.2   Advanced Animation 371 2.0 25.0
  50.0
Year 3 Semester 2
312234 v.2   Internet Delivery Design 352 2.0 25.0
312235 v.2   Digital Portfolio Development 372 2.0 25.0
  50.0

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