DESN 3008 Interactive Design: Apps
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 102267
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Description This subject focuses on design methodology for the development and delivery of interactive media applications (apps). Particular concepts addressed include conceptual integration and convergence of various media forms, screen design, navigational hierarchy and structures, and designing engaging interactive interfaces. General principles of interface, information architecture and interaction design will be introduced, alongside principles of digital media production.
School Humanities & Comm Arts
Discipline Graphic Design Studies
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Pre-requisite(s) ENGR 1021 OR
DESN 1021
Equivalent Subjects DESN 2010 - Interactive Design 1
Assumed Knowledge
Computer literacy including working in a networked environment on a Macintosh computer;
management, transportation and storage of digital information and digital production processes such as scanning, pdf production and file storage. Skills in design principles: layout, colour and typography. Literacy with image manipulation software - e.g. Photoshop.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Portfolio | 1500 words and design work | 20 | N | Individual |
Proposal | 1500 words and design work | 30 | N | Individual |
Applied Project | 500 word report and 5 minute presentation | 50 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods