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Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)

Degree:
Bachelor of Culture and Arts

Degree title:
Medianomi (AMK)

Credits:
240 ects

Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Media Design 23S, full-time studies, Lahti
Code
(MLTIMES23S)
Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Media Design 22S, full-time studies, Lahti
Code
(MLTIMES22S)
Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Scheduling groups
  • Info 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • Info 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- plan their own learning and cooperate in situations related to their own field of studies
- recognize their own competence and the needs to develop them further and to plan their careerpath observing them
- act as a group member- operate in the learning environments of LAB University of Applied Sciences
- picture their own field of studies and its future skills- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Scheduling groups
  • MES22 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES22

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- utilize various learning opportunities in curriculum
- recognize and aim their own competences to be in level with the future career requirements
- create a study plan that supports the future career goal
- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 29.10.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

0 - 20

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Juho Maurinen
Scheduling groups
  • MES22 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES22

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- use animation tools
- produce draft-level animations to design visual narratives
- use the means of animation to enliven visual narrative expression.

Implementation and methods of teaching

- The teaching days indicated in the order of the chapters are face-to-face on campus.
- Familiarisation with study materials
- Independent exercises

Timing and attendance

Timetabled teaching days on campus.
Attendance on contact days is required to pass the exam.

Learning material and recommended literature

Campus, Digital study materials

Learning environment

Campus, digital material

Student time use and work load

70% lectures and tutorials
30% independent study exercises

Contents

During the implementation, you will learn about animation techniques, their design and implementation using digital tools.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The implementation is part of the Visual Storytellin studio for the Media Content Design students.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

- The student has actively participated in teaching
- The student has done the given exercises according to the assignment

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

28.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

10 op

RDI portion

10 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Juho Maurinen
  • Antti Heinonen
Scheduling groups
  • MES22 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES22

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- analyze the assignment to produce a content and production plan
- present a visual and content design proposal for a project
- plan the production team's different roles and responsibilities
- manage a production project using industry standard methods and tools.

Implementation and methods of teaching

- Project work in small groups
- Design and production of assigned assignments

Timing and attendance

Participation in small group work
Participation in expert guidance

Working life cooperation

Implementation of the HITU RDI project for the production of information material

Learning environment

Independent group work
Meetings with experts

Student time use and work load

90% Group work
10% Guidance

Contents

During the course, small groups will produce information material on the HITU RDI project under the guidance of experts. The information materials will be short informative animations.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The Course is part of the Image Framing Studio of the Media Content Design module

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student has not participated sufficiently in group work and guidance

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has participated in group work and supervision, but there is much room for improvement in teamwork skills, production planning and implementation.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has participated in group work and supervision, and has demonstrated sufficient skills in group work, production planning and commissioning.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has actively participated in group work and supervision, and has demonstrated a good level of skill in group work, production planning and assignment implementation.

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Timing

04.03.2024 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

10 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Jari Innanen
Scheduling groups
  • MES22 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES22

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- work in their professional role in a multidisciplinary production team and understands the responsibilities of different roles in relation to the whole of the production
- function in a team in a way that supports the teams goals and is able to coordinate the team's work
- interpret a script or content plan to derive goals for their own role.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

- Repeated absences from lessons and teaching situations

- Poor knowledge of the professional knowledge and skills relevant to the course

- Absence of key course assignments

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Ability to work according to instructions
- Can generate ideas for the implementation of the assignment
- Can identify and describe the main methods of the course in a guided manner
- Participates in a guided learning discussion
- Can search for professional information in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Is able to apply a wide range of options to his/her working process
- Can implement assignments in a guided and independent manner on the basis of their ideas and develop them on the basis of feedback
- Can independently identify and compare the methods used
- Can assess and justify competence and set objectives for development in terms of content and/or technology
- Able to follow and describe the professional debate in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Can apply and develop a variety of options in their working process
- Can use what they have learned in a planned and creative way when carrying out assignments and apply feedback received
- Can apply the methods used and analyse their relationship to the task
- Able to assess, develop and extend content and/or technical competences
- Able to participate in professional debates in his/her field

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Timing

04.03.2024 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

10 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Jari Innanen
  • Antti Heinonen
Scheduling groups
  • MES22 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES22

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- apply their professional tool skills in their expression according to an external assignment
- utilize their knowledge and skills in image, sound and post-production in a production environment
- plan and produce audiovisual content.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

- Repeated absences from lessons and teaching situations

- Poor knowledge of the professional knowledge and skills relevant to the course

- Absence of key course assignments

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Ability to work according to instructions
- Can generate ideas for the implementation of the assignment
- Can identify and describe the main methods of the course in a guided manner
- Participates in a guided learning discussion
- Can search for professional information in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Is able to apply a wide range of options to his/her working process
- Can implement assignments in a guided and independent manner on the basis of their ideas and develop them on the basis of feedback
- Can independently identify and compare the methods used
- Can assess and justify competence and set objectives for development in terms of content and/or technology
- Able to follow and describe the professional debate in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Can apply and develop a variety of options in their working process
- Can use what they have learned in a planned and creative way when carrying out assignments and apply feedback received
- Can apply the methods used and analyse their relationship to the task
- Able to assess, develop and extend content and/or technical competences
- Able to participate in professional debates in his/her field

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Timing

01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Jari Innanen
  • Vantte Lindevall
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- develop their skills with different tools
- use the concepts of media technology and digital data and describe the technical foundations of moving and still image and audio production
- design and produce basic audio and edit audio using various methods and tools.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

- Repeated absences from lessons and teaching situations

- Poor knowledge of the professional knowledge and skills relevant to the course

- Absence of key course assignments

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Ability to work according to instructions
- Can generate ideas for the implementation of the assignment
- Can identify and describe the main methods of the course in a guided manner
- Participates in a guided learning discussion
- Can search for professional information in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Is able to apply a wide range of options to his/her working process
- Can implement assignments in a guided and independent manner on the basis of their ideas and develop them on the basis of feedback
- Can independently identify and compare the methods used
- Can assess and justify competence and set objectives for development in terms of content and/or technology
- Able to follow and describe the professional debate in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Can apply and develop a variety of options in their working process
- Can use what they have learned in a planned and creative way when carrying out assignments and apply feedback received
- Can apply the methods used and analyse their relationship to the task
- Able to assess, develop and extend content and/or technical competences
- Able to participate in professional debates in his/her field

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Timing

01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Teemu Helo
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 1. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- use digital single lens reflex camera and lenses in a professional manner
- utilize workflows for managing digital image assets and manage and manipulate raw image files in software
- explain concepts related to digital photography
- use pigment-ink-printers provided by the school and recognize different printing methods and media
- use digital technology in visual expression.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.10.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Veli-Pekka Tuovi
  • Antti Heinonen
  • - LAB_virtuaaliopettaja_MES_01
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
-

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures, planning exercises and film analyses

Timing and attendance

Lectures (absences to be announced), independent work

Learning material and recommended literature

Aristotels, Runousoppi
Aaltonen Jouko: Käsikirjoittajan työkalut

Learning environment

M19 Campus, lectures, online material, films

Student time use and work load

50% Lectures
50% Independent work

Contents

The course introduces the main principles of dramatic narrative structure and applies dramaturgical tools in storytelling and scriptwriting. During the course, students will become familiar with the impact of genres and narrative techniques on the construction of content. The course will also teach the application of frame sizes, camera movements and the principles of clairvoyance to narrative.

The course will also include an analytical essay based on six selected films.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The implementation is part of the Visual Storytellin studio for the Media Content Design students.

Assessment criteria

Participation in lessons, exercises

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

- The student has actively participated in teaching
- The student has done the given exercises according to the assignment

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.10.2023 - 30.11.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Christoffer Leka
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- analyse, interpret and explain graphic design work and processes using professional terminology
- choose appropriate means of graphic design for a given assignment
- use typography in visual communication
- make use of communication, symbolism, colors and elements of layout and create a visual hierarchy.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures, exercises, individual and group feedback discussion.

Timing and attendance

Attendance at the first lesson is compulsory. To pass the course, 80% attendance is required.

Learning material and recommended literature

Literature will be indicated in the course Moodle.

Alternative completion methods

To be agreed individually with the teacher.

Learning environment

The course will be arranged as contact teaching at the Lahti campus.

Student time use and work load

The course requires independent work in addition to classroom attendance. The expected workload per student is 135 working hours, including contact teaching.

Contents

The course introduces the methods of graphic design and includes an assignment. The assignment includes typography, folding and illustration. Successful completion of the course requires systematic and determined work, taking into account the needs of the target group and the client. During the course you will also learn how to present your own ideas and finished work to a group.

Assessment criteria

Assessment is based on the assignment completed during the course and active participation in class and discussions.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

- Tasks not returned and/or unexplained absences
- The student does not know how to use professional terminology and does not justify their activities using professional methods

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- The student is able to conceive and implement simple graphic design projects
- The student can use the most common professional terms and justify their work
- The student can use the methods and processes learned under supervision

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- The student is able to conceive and implement graphic design works independently and under supervision and to develop their work based on the feedback received.  
- The student is able to use professional terms in a versatile way and to communicate in a professional manner
- The student is able to choose methods and processes appropriate to the activity and to justify their choice
- The student can take into account the needs of the target group and other students

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- The student can independently conceive and implement graphic design works and develop their work based on feedback and self-assessment.  
- The student can use and apply methods competently and communicate professionally, taking into account all target groups
- The student is able to select, combine and develop methods and processes appropriate to the activity to support the work
- The student can take responsibility for the project and work in a self-directed manner

Enrollment

29.03.2024 - 28.04.2024

Timing

29.04.2024 - 27.10.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

10 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe work-related phenomena and use related concepts
- act in a productive way, following the practices of the workplace and the ethical principles of the profession
- use the techniques, work methods, models and processes that they have learnt
- act in a customer-oriented way in interactive situations in the workplace and in the cooperation network
- evaluate and develop their own competence int the work done in practical training

Implementation and methods of teaching

The traineeship is part of your studies at a university of applied sciences.  
The aim of the work placement is to familiarise students in a guided way with practical work tasks and the application of knowledge and skills in working life, especially those that are essential for vocational studies.  

Internships can be carried out in your home country or abroad. Find out more about internships abroad on eLAB.  

TRAINEESHIPS ARE PART OF YOUR STUDIES WHEN  
1. the internship plan and contract have been returned in time and approved by the internship supervisor of the degree programme before the start of the internship  
2. a traineeship diary is kept during the traineeship  
3. during the traineeship, documentation of the traineeship is kept  
4. after the placement, reporting on the placement in accordance with the reporting guidelines and the prescribed timetable 

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

Approved when in accordance with the ditching  
- a traineeship plan and contract have been drawn up before the start of the traineeship  
- a training logbook is kept during the traineeship  
- during the traineeship, documentation of the traineeship tasks and/or other  
- after the traineeship, the traineeship has been reported with the required annexes and scope, within the required timeframe 

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

28.08.2023 - 29.10.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Scheduling groups
  • MES22 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES22

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- apply their basic knowledge of dramaturgy and dramatic scriptwriting in their work
- discuss the narrative characteristics of animations and apply them in their creative work
- use digital tools and software to design a visual narrative.

Implementation and methods of teaching

- The teaching days indicated in the order of the chapters are face-to-face on campus.
- Familiarisation with study materials
- Independent exercises

Timing and attendance

Teaching days for the period 31.8.2023 - 4.10.2023
Attendance on the contact days is required to pass the exam.

Learning environment

Campus, Digital study materials

Student time use and work load

70% lectures and tutorials
30% independent study exercises

Contents

During the implementation, you will learn how to design a visual storytelling project using digital tools.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The implementation is part of the Visual Storytellin studio for the Media Content Design students.

Assessment criteria

Active participation in teaching
Return of approved exercises

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

- The student has actively participated in teaching
- The student has done the given exercises according to the assignment

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Timing

01.01.2024 - 28.04.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Heikki Nuutinen
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the concept, contents and characteristics of marketing thought
- use the methods of marketing communication and branding in their professional activity
- draw up a marketing plan
- select appropriate methods and channels for marketing communication and branding.

Implementation and methods of teaching

- Lectures as face-to-face teaching
- Class assignments, 5-10 pcs
- Project assignments, 3-4 units
- On-site presence and participation in discussion
- Literature
• Mooc section
Possible:
- Visits
- Visiting lecturers

Timing and attendance

The lectures will take place between 1.1.–31.5.2024.
Attendance 80%.

Learning material and recommended literature

- Computer program for visual presentations
- Pen and paper
- Camera (mobile phone)
- Senses and brain
- Literature to be announced at the beginning of the course

Learning environment

The course is taught face-to-face.
The Mooc section is carried out independently according to a given timetable.

Contents

The course is taught face-to-face.
The Mooc section is carried out independently according to a given timetable.
The lectures include theoretical parts, audiovisual material and group and individual classroom exercises.
The course involves designing a brand concept for an existing or fictional company, product or innovation.
Where possible, the course aims to organise visits or guest lecturers.
Attendance and participation in discussion are essential to the nature of the course.

Assessment criteria

5
Attended at least 90% of the time.
All tasks done with thought and ambition.
Contributed constructively to the debate.
Demonstrated visual thinking and design skills.

4
Attended at least 90%.
All tasks done with thought and ambition.
Participated constructively in the discussion.

3
Attended at least 80%.
All tasks done with thought.
Participated in the debate.

2
Present at least 80% of the time.
All tasks completed.

1
Attended at least 80%.
Most tasks completed (may require additional tasks).

0 Failed.
Did not attend or complete tasks.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Veli-Pekka Tuovi
  • - LAB_virtuaaliopettaja_MES_01
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • Luennot 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- understand the characteristics of different media and distribution channels and how they affect content design work
- the foundations of multimedia design methods
- recognizes their personal strengths and development needs regarding media design work
- work in a professional role in a media design team.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

30.10.2023 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S

Learning outcomes

The students are able to
- document their work and competence in a visual way
- create a written describe assignments and their working process in a clear and concise way
- produce a visual portfolio.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

- Repeated absences from lessons and teaching situations

- Poor knowledge of the professional knowledge and skills relevant to the course

- Absence of key course assignments

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Ability to work according to instructions
- Can generate ideas for the implementation of the assignment
- Can identify and describe the main methods of the course in a guided manner
- Participates in a guided learning discussion
- Can search for professional information in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Is able to apply a wide range of options to his/her working process
- Can implement assignments in a guided and independent manner on the basis of their ideas and develop them on the basis of feedback
- Can independently identify and compare the methods used
- Can assess and justify competence and set objectives for development in terms of content and/or technology
- Able to follow and describe the professional debate in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Can apply and develop a variety of options in their working process
- Can use what they have learned in a planned and creative way when carrying out assignments and apply feedback received
- Can apply the methods used and analyse their relationship to the task
- Able to assess, develop and extend content and/or technical competences
- Able to participate in professional debates in his/her field

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Heikki Saros
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIVK23S
  • MLTIVV23S
  • MLTIUXUI23S
Small groups
  • Luennot 1

Learning outcomes

Students are able to
- describe the basics of Western visual arts, architecture and other visual culture, from prehistory to modern times
- use the research concepts of art history and visual culture
- view their professional field as part of artistic practice and the visual environment
- use their knowledge of phenomena in art history in their professional development and work.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course consists of lectures, group and individual tasks. Course materials deal with art and design history and theory. Museums and authentic materials are part of the course program.
Main goal of the course is to learn the use of contemporary sources of information: printed and e-materials including professionally valid digital archives and data bases

Timing and attendance

Englanniksi
The history of art course consists of 13 lectures (4 hours each) and an optional excursion decided during the term.

Learning material and recommended literature

Course materials and tasks will be published in Moodle e-learning environment

Alternative completion methods

Optional study method is to be agreed with teachers.

Exam retakes

There is no test in the course. Evaluation is based on tasks made during the course. Part of the evaluationa is integrated with communicaltion study essay task.

Learning environment

Both printed research material and internet and digital data bases are used as study materials.

Student time use and work load

History of Art (5 cr) is 135 hours of student work lectures included.

Contents

History of Art offers an overview on the history of art, architecture and design. The time span is from the present to the antiquity, the years from 1918 to 2021 underlined. Focal contents of the course are changes of the art concept, formal and trend convention development and representative elements in visual expression.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

No preliminary knowledge expected.

Assessment criteria

Course evaluation is based on the tasks according to the quality of the used study materials. The tasks and the materials are explained in the moodle e-learning environment.

Assessment scale

1-5

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
-shows activity during the lectures
-shows learning of the course materials
-submits the course tasks

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
-is knowledgeable of applying course materials to the historical analysis an description

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
-finds and selects independently historical visual materials and applies them in the course tasks

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Timing

01.01.2024 - 03.03.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Jari Innanen
  • Vantte Lindevall
Scheduling groups
  • MES22 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES22

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the roles and responsibilities in an audiovisual production project
- plan the project and project phasing of an audiovisual content production
- utilize tools and methods of project management
- further their knowledge and skills in production tools.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Repeated absences from lessons and teaching situations

- Poor knowledge of the professional knowledge and skills relevant to the course

- Absence of key course assignments

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Ability to work according to instructions
- Can generate ideas for the implementation of the assignment
- Can identify and describe the main methods of the course in a guided manner
- Participates in a guided learning discussion
- Can search for professional information in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Is able to apply a wide range of options to his/her working process
- Can implement assignments in a guided and independent manner on the basis of their ideas and develop them on the basis of feedback
- Can independently identify and compare the methods used
- Can assess and justify competence and set objectives for development in terms of content and/or technology
- Able to follow and describe the professional debate in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Can apply and develop a variety of options in their working process
- Can use what they have learned in a planned and creative way when carrying out assignments and apply feedback received
- Can apply the methods used and analyse their relationship to the task
- Able to assess, develop and extend content and/or technical competences
- Able to participate in professional debates in his/her field

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Timing

01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Lauri Asanti
Scheduling groups
  • Harjoitukset (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • Practice 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- present their work to peer audiences and evaluate them critically
- make use of various visual idea generation methods
- use personal observations and emotions as a starting point for creative thinking
- make connections between visual arts and other forms of visual culture
- analyse, interpret and explain contemporary visual culture.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

- Repeated absences from lessons and teaching situations

- Poor knowledge of the professional knowledge and skills relevant to the course

- Absence of key course assignments

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Ability to work according to instructions
- Can generate ideas for the implementation of the assignment
- Can identify and describe the main methods of the course in a guided manner
- Participates in a guided learning discussion
- Can search for professional information in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Is able to apply a wide range of options to his/her working process
- Can implement assignments in a guided and independent manner on the basis of their ideas and develop them on the basis of feedback
- Can independently identify and compare the methods used
- Can assess and justify competence and set objectives for development in terms of content and/or technology
- Able to follow and describe the professional debate in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Can apply and develop a variety of options in their working process
- Can use what they have learned in a planned and creative way when carrying out assignments and apply feedback received
- Can apply the methods used and analyse their relationship to the task
- Able to assess, develop and extend content and/or technical competences
- Able to participate in professional debates in his/her field

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 31.01.2024

Timing

01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Visual Design (2023)
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Culture and Arts, User Experience and User Interface Design (2021, 2022, 2023)
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Harri Heikkilä
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIVV23S
  • MLTIMES23S
  • MLTIUXUI23S
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the development stages of visual communication media from historic to current times
- view genres in context with other cultural phenomena in their time periods
- recognize different periodical styles and major influencers in graphic design, typography and photography
- view their own work as a part of a continuum of a long tradition of visual culture.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The diverse implementation includes
– Teaching in class and in Zoom
– Watching and commenting on movies
– Reading articles
– Visiting a modern printing house
– An independent final project
The course includes exercises to learn the history and styles of visual communication through media archaeology, masters of typography and graphic design, and the history of photography. The course has preliminary work.

Teaching is in Finnish, slides and most of the materials are in English.

Learning material and recommended literature

Chapters of:
Harri Heikkilä (2017): TÄMÄ EI OLE KIRJA Sähkökirjan valtavirtaistumisen haasteet
Jukka Kortti (2016): MEDIAHISTORIA Viestinnän merkityksiä ja muodonmuutoksia puheesta bitteihin
Tuija Laine (2018): KIRJAHISTORIAN PERUSTEET JA TUTKIMUS
Philip B. Meggs (2016): HISTORY OF GRAPHIC DESIGN
Leena Saraste (2010): VALOKUVA, MUISTO – VIESTI – TAIDE

Movies:
Brian Levit: Graphic means
Gary Huswit: Helvetica
Wendy Keys: Milton Glaser To inform and delight
Victor Köhler: Press, pause, Play (optional)

Contents

The course introduces the development of communication tools, media technology, and different branches of visual communication from the beginning of history to the present day. The classes also build an understanding of various stylistic trends, their dialogical development, and their relationship to other phenomena of the time. The international designers who have had the most significant impact on the industry will become familiar, participants will also aha an opportunity to discuss with seasoned Finnish authors as visitors.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Did not reach level 1, attendance was below 80 %

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
- Understands the development of different channels of visual communication from the early stages of history to the present day
- knows how to relate visual stylistic trends to other phenomena of each time
- Identify the styles of different eras and the most essential factors in visual design, typography and photography
- sees his designs as a continuation of a long tradition.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
- Understands quite well the development of different channels of visual communication from the beginning of history to the present day
- Knows how to relate the most important visual style trends to other phenomena of each time
- Recognizes and knows how to name many styles of different eras and the most essential factors in visual design, typography and photography
- can reflect on one's own work as a continuation of a long tradition

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student
- Understands quite well and broadly the development of different channels of visual communication from the beginning of history to the present day
- Figures out without problems the development and reciprocal synergy of different channels of visual communication from the early stages of history to the present day
- Knows how to relate most of the important visual styles trends other phenomena of each time
- Is able to name numerous styles and most essential authors of different eras, knows some of the meaningful discussion in visual design, typography and photography thru times
-Knows how to reflect and implement one's own work as a continuation of a long tradition, and sees traditions as a creative, applicable resource.

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
  • - LAB_virtuaaliopettaja_MES_01
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- use the basic terms and concepts of digital tools in discussion
- use the basic functions in typical digital tools of visual design in their field of study
- utilize visual design tools to carry out assignments
- find guides and information about the use of more advanced tools in design software.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures, learning and practice exercises, presentations and discussions.

Timing and attendance

Timing according to the timetable. Participation in face-to-face teaching. Completion and return of assigned tasks in accordance with the assignments.

Alternative completion methods

Demonstrate your competence by independently producing the assigned tasks.

Learning environment

M19 Campus and moodle

Student time use and work load

Exercises 40%, lectures 40%, literature and assignments 20%

Contents

This course introduces you to visual design tools and the Adobe CC family of software. The course introduces the basic principles and practices of digital image production. Students will practice these skills through applied assignments during the course.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

- The student has actively participated in teaching
- The student has done the given exercises according to the assignment

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Ville Huhtanen
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

Students are be able to
- use visual exercises to express colour theory and interrelations and also composition theory
- verbally describe the impressive, expressive and symbolic nature of colours and colour combinations, geometric forms and composition elements
- creatively apply the rules of colour interaction, forms and composition
- discuss the classical colour theories, composition theory and their application in fine arts and design.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is mainly delivered as an online course. The online material will be covered in online lectures, which students can follow at their own convenience. The teaching of form will be primarily in the form of workshops.

Timing and attendance

Mandatory attendance on contact days

Learning material and recommended literature

Martti Huttunen: Värit pintaa syvemmältä
Harald Arnkil: Värit Havaintojen maailmassa
Johannes Itten: Värit taiteessa
Josef Albers: Värien vuorovaikutus
Markus Heikkerö: Taiteilijan kuvakirja
Unto Pusa: Plastillinen sommittelu
Molly Bang: Picture this: How Pictures Work
David Batchelor: Chromophobia
David Batchelor: The Luminous and the Grey

in addition, the lecture material includes many in-depth online resources

Student time use and work load

5cr=130h student hours

Contents

Colour, Form and Composition is a basic course in visual thinking, consisting of the basics of composition and colour. These areas of knowledge are the core to visual expression through a variety of methods.

Composition is the basis for all visual work - from the layout of pictorial elements on a two-dimensional screen or canvas, to the massing of buildings, the design of control buttons and the look of a car. Through composition, a designer, designer or artist builds a visual story and meaning through the way they place elements of an image in a physical or virtual space.

This course explores the role of composition as a key element of visual work. Through lectures and exercises, the course will study the basics of image composition. Composition is considered as a medium of expression, through which the designer's idea is conveyed to the user, the experiencer and the viewer.

Learning content will include balance, contrast, focus, movement, pattern, unity, rhythm and proportion.
The colour section of the course covers colour theory and understanding through practical exercises and lectures based on existing colour knowledge. The educational content covered includes colour circles, colour spaces, colour contrasts, colour harmonies, the three properties of colour and colour interaction. These areas will also be addressed from the point of view of the fundamentals of expression; how different colour juxtapositions and colour schemes refer to other images, carrying and conveying meanings of emotions and moods.

The aim of this unit is to develop the student's basic colour skills. We will do colour exercises through digital and physical collage and painting. In addition, we will study the analysis of colours in images and the application of colour knowledge in our own work.

Colour skills are needed in all visual work and can be applied to the realisation of two-dimensional physical or digital images, colour solutions for three-dimensional objects or colour design and colour management of different spaces and environments.
The teaching of form is carried out in workshops and in conjunction with composition.

Assessment criteria

This is how you complete the Colour, Form and Composition course:
1. Attend the course contact meetings on campus and remotely
2. learn the course content on colour, form and composition through lectures and the teaching material in Moodle.
3. you will complete and return the assignments given in the course on the course's moodle platform

Assessment scale

1-5

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Assessment criteria: level 1: (rating scale 1-5)
- Can work according to instructions
- Can generate ideas based on the principles of composition and colour
- Can identify and describe the concepts and methods of colour, form and composition in a guided manner.
- Can participate in guided learning discussions
- Can search for professional information in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Assessment criteria: level 3 (on a scale of 1-5)
- Is able to apply a wide range of options to his/her design work process
- Can implement colour, form and composition combinations based on their ideas in a guided and independent manner and develop their work on the basis of feedback
- Can independently identify and compare the concepts and methods of composition and colour used
- Can assess and justify their skills and set visual, content-related and technical development objectives
- Can follow and describe the professional debate in their field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Assessment criteria: level 5 (on a scale of 1-5)
- Can apply and develop a wide range of options in their design work process
- Can use what they have learnt in a planned and creative way when implementing colour and composition schemes and apply the feedback received
- Can apply the methods used and analyse visual outputs
- Can assess, develop and extend visual, content and technical skills
- Able to participate in professional debates in their field

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Juho Maurinen
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- work in her or his respective professional role within an international team
- communicate professionally in an international setting
- take the various aspects of sustainability into account in their professional work.

Implementation and methods of teaching

An international animation project with a partner school. The theme of the content is sustainable development.

Timing and attendance

3x 6h pre-production days and an intensive animation workshop in week 43.

Alternative completion methods

no alternative method of embodiment.

Working life cooperation

None

Exam retakes

The course cannot be renewed

Learning environment

Internet, classroom, moodle

Student time use and work load

Pre-production and tasks 50%
5-day Workshop 50%

Contents

An international animation project with a partner school. The theme of the content is sustainable development.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Courses completed in Animation and visual storytelling.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

The student has actively participated in lessons and workshops. The student has successfully returned the pre-production assignments and the production objective of the workshop.

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- utilize various learning opportunities in curriculum
- recognize and aim their own competences to be in level with the future career requirements
- create a study plan that supports the future career goal
- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify themselves as a learner and develop their own learning skills- evaluate innovative or alternative future competences required in their own field
- recognize and aim their own competences to be in level with the future career requirements
- masters the professional concepts of their own field and is able to point out their competenciesduring job recruitment processes
- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Juho Maurinen
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- use animation tools
- produce draft-level animations to design visual narratives
- use the means of animation to enliven visual narrative expression.

Implementation and methods of teaching

- The teaching days indicated in the order of the chapters are face-to-face on campus.
- Familiarisation with study materials
- Independent exercises

Timing and attendance

Timetabled teaching days on campus.
Attendance on contact days is required to pass the exam.

Learning material and recommended literature

Campus, Digital study materials

Learning environment

Campus, digital material

Student time use and work load

70% lectures and tutorials
30% independent study exercises

Contents

During the implementation, you will learn about animation techniques, their design and implementation using digital tools.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The implementation is part of the Visual Storytellin studio for the Media Content Design students.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

- The student has actively participated in teaching
- The student has done the given exercises according to the assignment

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

10 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- analyze the assignment to produce a content and production plan
- present a visual and content design proposal for a project
- plan the production team's different roles and responsibilities
- manage a production project using industry standard methods and tools.

Implementation and methods of teaching

- Project work in small groups
- Design and production of assigned assignments

Timing and attendance

Participation in small group work
Participation in expert guidance

Working life cooperation

Implementation of the HITU RDI project for the production of information material

Learning environment

Independent group work
Meetings with experts

Student time use and work load

90% Group work
10% Guidance

Contents

During the course, small groups will produce information material on the HITU RDI project under the guidance of experts. The information materials will be short informative animations.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The Course is part of the Image Framing Studio of the Media Content Design module

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student has not participated sufficiently in group work and guidance

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has participated in group work and supervision, but there is much room for improvement in teamwork skills, production planning and implementation.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has participated in group work and supervision, and has demonstrated sufficient skills in group work, production planning and commissioning.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has actively participated in group work and supervision, and has demonstrated a good level of skill in group work, production planning and assignment implementation.

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Juho Maurinen
  • Antti Heinonen
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
-

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures, planning exercises and film analyses

Timing and attendance

Lectures (absences to be announced), independent work

Learning material and recommended literature

Aristotels, Runousoppi
Aaltonen Jouko: Käsikirjoittajan työkalut

Learning environment

M19 Campus, lectures, online material, films

Student time use and work load

50% Lectures
50% Independent work

Contents

The course introduces the main principles of dramatic narrative structure and applies dramaturgical tools in storytelling and scriptwriting. During the course, students will become familiar with the impact of genres and narrative techniques on the construction of content. The course will also teach the application of frame sizes, camera movements and the principles of clairvoyance to narrative.

The course will also include an analytical essay based on six selected films.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The implementation is part of the Visual Storytellin studio for the Media Content Design students.

Assessment criteria

Participation in lessons, exercises

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

- The student has actively participated in teaching
- The student has done the given exercises according to the assignment

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

20 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • MI_opettaja_VIV, Visuaalinen viestintä Virtuaaliopettaja (LAB)
  • Antti Heinonen
  • Johan Kuparinen
Scheduling groups
  • Game Design (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIUXUI21S
  • MLTIGR22S
  • MLTIMES22S
  • MLTIEX24S
  • MLTIGR21S
  • MLTIEX24
Small groups
  • Game Design

Learning outcomes

The students is able to
- describe the roles of design, mechanics and narrative as tools when creating experiences to a player
- describe the stages of a game design process
- give examples of how game mechanics can be used in non-game applications
- know how to create a basic game concept or take part in a professional team's efforts in creating a game concept
- know how to document a game concept design in an industry standard way and communicate with the production stakeholders.

Implementation and methods of teaching

- Lectures, group work and individual assignments.
- Game concept development project

Timing and attendance

The student must attend classes on contact days.
Committed participation to group working projects

Learning material and recommended literature

The Art of Game Design, Jesse Schell 2008, ISBN 978-0123694966

Working life cooperation

Possibility of RDI-project assignments.

Learning environment

Classroom, Moodle, Zoom, web resources

Student time use and work load

The course contains contact days with students and
Assignments and group works outside of lectures.

Contents

The course will be implemented by lectures, which will contain theoretical explanations on different aspects of game concept design, incl.
- basic principals of game design, game character design and level design
- Introduction of different platforms and frameworks for game designers
- structure and duties of the game development team.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Complementary studio for Media Content Design, Graphic Design and UX/UI students in the first instance, with the remaining places filled on a first come, first served basis. No prior knowledge of game design or coding is required. Basic knowledge of the most design softwares, e.g. Adobe CC is recommended.

Assessment criteria

Attendance and active participation in the lessons.Tasks oriented to the themes of the lessons, plus returnable exercises. Designing a game concept in a group.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not meet the learning outcomes of the course.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can use professional terms consistently. Student can explain the basics of game design and implementation. The student is able to work as a member of a team in a game project and to contribute his/her own skills to the common project.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can use professional terminology fluently and discuss game development with professionals in the field. Student can apply his/her knowledge in game design to the implementation of different types of games. The student is able to manage a team in a goal-oriented way.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to use professional concepts competently and combine them into smoothly functioning units. Student can work independently and responsibly in a game development project and can combine different techniques in the implementation of game concepts into a functional game. They support the professional development of team members through their own activities.

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Scheduling groups
  • MES23 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S
Small groups
  • MES23

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- apply their basic knowledge of dramaturgy and dramatic scriptwriting in their work
- discuss the narrative characteristics of animations and apply them in their creative work
- use digital tools and software to design a visual narrative.

Implementation and methods of teaching

- The teaching days indicated in the order of the chapters are face-to-face on campus.
- Familiarisation with study materials
- Independent exercises

Timing and attendance

Attendance on the contact days is required to pass the exam.

Learning environment

Campus, Digital study materials

Student time use and work load

70% lectures and tutorials
30% independent study exercises

Contents

During the implementation, you will learn how to design a visual storytelling project using digital tools.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The implementation is part of the Visual Storytellin studio for the Media Content Design students.

Assessment criteria

Active participation in teaching
Return of approved exercises

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

- The student has actively participated in teaching
- The student has done the given exercises according to the assignment

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 27.10.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Jenni Hautamäki
  • Ville Tervo
Teacher in charge

Tero Leponiemi

Scheduling groups
  • Itsenäinen (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIPAL23S
  • MLTITEMU23S
  • MLTIMES22S
Small groups
  • Independent

Learning outcomes

The students are able to
- use knowledge of usability psychology and best practices in their design work
- choose, design and implement interactivity in a context savvy way
- recognize common interaction styles and patterns in graphical user interfaces and platforms
- analyze interaction design and explain design choices orally, literally and visually
- utilize user information in design.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Independently studied Moodle implementation. The course consists of six themes and related exercises that have a set completion time. The course is scheduled to have eight full calendar days for studying the lecture materials.

Learning material and recommended literature

Curated material, video lectures, openly available web material and videos.

Johnson, Jeff (2010):
Designing with the mind in mind
Morgan Kaufmann
https://lut.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/358FIN_LUT/1ricsah/alma991951893706254

Krug, Steve (2014): Don't Make Me Think, Revisited
New Riders
https://lut.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/358FIN_LUT/1ricsah/alma991393115406254
(Saatavilla suomeksi nimellä Älä pakoita minua ajattelemaan)

Jon Yablonski (2020):
Laws of UX: Using Psychology to Design Better Products & Services
O’Reilly
https://www.amazon.com/Laws-UX-Psychology-Products-Services/dp/149205531X/

Clark, Josh (2016):
Designing for the touch
O´Reilly
https://lut.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/358FIN_LUT/b5ag28/alma991453945406254

McKay, Everett N (2013):
UI is Communication
Morgan Kaufmann
https://lut.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/358FIN_LUT/1ricsah/alma991470075406254

Contents

1. UX/UI introduction, terminology, accessibility
2. Design thinking - how a designer thinks and works in digital
3. Usability and heuristic evaluation methods
4. Basics of user experience and UX evaluation
5. Basics of UI design and methods
6. User interface prototyping

Assessment criteria

Course quizzes and returned exercises are assessed and converted into course grades. 80% of quizzes and exercises must be successfully completed for course completion.

Grading scale is 1-5.
Approved / Failed scale can be used if student's personal performance can't be assessed reliably or performance doesn't meet the set requirements (e.g. completion time).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

20 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Groups
  • MLTIMES23S

Learning outcomes

The students are able to
- document their work and competence in a visual way
- create a written describe assignments and their working process in a clear and concise way
- produce a visual portfolio.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

26.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S

Learning outcomes

The students are able to
- document their work methods and process both visually and textually
- situate their expertise and expression in the professional field
- produce a comprehensive visual portfolio of their work.

Assessment scale

1-5