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Visual Software Tools (5 cr)

Code: AM00CR51-3014

General information


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 (in Finnish), (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