Vector Graphics (5 cr)

Objective

The student
• understands the basic principles of vector graphics
• can design and implement vector graphics illustrations
• is able to use vector graphics software with other key visual design and motion graphics software.

Content

• Bézier curves and basics of vector graphics
• Colour spaces
• Storage formats
• Interoperability with other programs
• Animated vector graphics

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• is able to produce visual material using vector graphics software
• can save vector graphics images in the desired format
• can animate vector graphics using motion graphics software.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• can apply their colour and compositional skills to create visual and animated material using vector graphics and motion graphics software
• is able to save vector graphics images in the desired format and colour space.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• can independently apply their colour and compositional skills to produce high quality visual and animation material using vector graphics software
• understands the characteristics of vector graphics from the point of view of motion graphics production

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• is able to produce visual material using vector graphics software
• can save vector graphics images in the desired format
• can animate vector graphics using motion graphics software.