Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science

School: Computer and Security Science

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Presentation Systems
  • Unit Code

    CSI1102
  • Year

    2015
  • Enrolment Period

    1
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery


Description

This unit provides an introduction to presentation systems and desk top publishing. Students are introduced to the principles and methods of designing for visualisation in two and three dimensional workspaces with an emphasis on graphic design, typography, page layout, digital imaging, document formats and document interchange. The unit is intended for students in communications, education and information services who require display and presentation skills.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded CSI1123, CSI4108, IST1110

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Analyse the requirements for document and image formats for use in graphic applications.
  2. Apply digital imaging techniques to primary and secondary image sources.
  3. Evaluate the effectiveness of design in print and digital media.
  4. Explain visualization in terms of the visual vocabulary and other visual interpretation concepts.
  5. Select appropriate file formats for the distribution and interchange of images and documents.
  6. Use presentation systems and desk top publishing to create visually oriented materials for distribution via a variety of print and digital media.

Unit Content

  1. Digital imaging concepts including resolution, and raster and vector graphics.
  2. Document interchange formats.
  3. Presentation systems.
  4. The principles and elements of design.
  5. Typography and page layout.
  6. Visualization theory.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures, workshops, and discussions

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ONLINE
TypeDescriptionValue
Case StudyDesign Brief (Research Project Guide)30%
PortfolioPortfolio of design materials30%
ExaminationEnd of Semester Examination40%

Text References

  • ^ Golombisky, K. & Hagen, R. (2010). White Space is Not Your Enemy: A Beginner's Guide to Communicating Visually through Graphic, Web and Multimedia Design. [E-book]. Burlington: Focal Press.
  • Landa, R. (2011). Graphic Design Solutions (4th ed.). Boston, MA: Wadsworth/Cengage Learning.
  • Lupton, E. & Phillips, C. (2008). Graphic design: the new basics. [E-book] New York: Princeton Architectural Press.
  • Lupton, E. (2010). Thinking with Type : A Critical Guide for Designers, Writers, Editors, and Students. [E-book] 2nd Ed. New York, NY: Princeton Architectural Press.

Journal References

  • Drucker, J. (2011). The Story of Graphic Design. Journal of Design History, 24(2), 199-202.

Website References

^ Mandatory reference


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science

School: Computer and Security Science

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Presentation Systems
  • Unit Code

    CSI1102
  • Year

    2015
  • Enrolment Period

    2
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery


Description

This unit provides an introduction to presentation systems and desk top publishing. Students are introduced to the principles and methods of designing for visualisation in two and three dimensional workspaces with an emphasis on graphic design, typography, page layout, digital imaging, document formats and document interchange. The unit is intended for students in communications, education and information services who require display and presentation skills.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded CSI1123, CSI4108, IST1110

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Analyse the requirements for document and image formats for use in graphic applications.
  2. Apply digital imaging techniques to primary and secondary image sources.
  3. Evaluate the effectiveness of design in print and digital media.
  4. Explain visualization in terms of the visual vocabulary and other visual interpretation concepts.
  5. Select appropriate file formats for the distribution and interchange of images and documents.
  6. Use presentation systems and desk top publishing to create visually oriented materials for distribution via a variety of print and digital media.

Unit Content

  1. Digital imaging concepts including resolution, and raster and vector graphics.
  2. Document interchange formats.
  3. Presentation systems.
  4. The principles and elements of design.
  5. Typography and page layout.
  6. Visualization theory.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures, workshops, and discussions

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ONLINE
TypeDescriptionValue
Case StudyDesign Brief (Research Project Guide)30%
PortfolioPortfolio of design materials30%
ExaminationEnd of Semester Examination40%

Text References

  • ^ Golombisky, K. & Hagen, R. (2010). White Space is Not Your Enemy: A Beginner's Guide to Communicating Visually through Graphic, Web and Multimedia Design. [E-book]. Burlington: Focal Press.
  • Landa, R. (2011). Graphic Design Solutions (4th ed.). Boston, MA: Wadsworth/Cengage Learning.
  • Lupton, E. & Phillips, C. (2008). Graphic design: the new basics. [E-book] New York: Princeton Architectural Press.
  • Lupton, E. (2010). Thinking with Type : A Critical Guide for Designers, Writers, Editors, and Students. [E-book] 2nd Ed. New York, NY: Princeton Architectural Press.

Journal References

  • Drucker, J. (2011). The Story of Graphic Design. Journal of Design History, 24(2), 199-202.

Website References

^ Mandatory reference


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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