Study Guide

Objective

After completing the course, the students are able to:
• utilize the basics of vector and bitmap graphics programs.
• use a layout program to complete and assemble their work.
• describe the image styles available and used in the field.
• design and produce images and other presentation materials for the profession.
• develop their own visual presentation style.
• understand the requirements of portfolios used for different purposes.
• produce a high-quality and goal-directed learning and/or professional portfolio, both as written and visual presentation.

Content

Basics of vector graphics. Basics of pixel graphics. Basics of layout software. Production of various images and texts for the portfolio. Different types of portfolios. Experiments on style and typography. Printing on different materials. Portfolio as a tool for identifying your own skills and development. Different types of portfolios. Self and peer evaluation.

Teaching methods

Interactive lectures and assignments

Exam schedules

On the last lecture

Student workload

1 cr = 27h of students work time

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The students have partly reached the goals of the course. They have adequately completed the set assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The students have successfully reached the goals of the course. They have successfully completed the set assignments applying learned information.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The students have reached the goals of the course to an excellent degree. They have completed the set assignments applying learned information with distinction.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass:
The students have partly reached the goals of the course. They have adequately completed the set assignments.

Assessment methods and criteria

Portfolio
- creative outout
- technical skills / using programs in the instructed way
- clarity
- at least 80% attendance to lectures

Prerequisites

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