Interactive Environments - DIGM5110

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Module delivery information

Location Term Level1 Credits (ECTS)2 Current Convenor3 2024 to 2025
Canterbury
Autumn Term 5 15 (7.5) Rocio von Jungenfeld checkmark-circle

Overview

This module introduces you to key aspects of media production building on the conceptual and critical skill you developed in the first year (digital asset creation, media analysis, programming). To achieve this, you will develop and produce interactive solutions, learn to work with media ecologies and apply creative thinking.

Details

Contact hours

Total contact hours: 30
Private study hours: 120
Total study hours: 150

Method of assessment

100% Coursework

Indicative reading

• Margolis, Michael. 2012. Arduino cookbook. Beijing, Farnham: O'Reilly.
• Penz, Francois and Maureen Thomas (eds). 2013. Architectures of Illusion: From Motion Pictures to Navigable Interactive Environments. Intellect.
• Reas, Casey and Ben Fry. 2016. Processing: a programming handbook for visual designers and artists. Cambridge, Mass.; London: MIT Press.
• Stern, Nathaniel (ed). 2013. Interactive Art and Embodiment: The Implicit Body as Performance. Canterbury, Gylphi Limited.

Learning outcomes

The intended subject specific learning outcomes. On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1. Knowledge and understanding of different contexts / environments where digital media are used.
2. Understand the relations between media and the environments where they are found.
3. Use a range of technical skills in the production and conceptualisation of interactive artworks.
4. Effectively document and reflect on processes applied in the development of interactive environments.

The intended generic learning outcomes. On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1. Use of Information and Communication Technology
2. Develop personal and interpersonal skills
3. Apply critical thinking, reasoning and reflection
4. Organise and manage time and resources within an individual project and a team project
5. Demonstrate understanding of legal, ethical and regulatory frameworks.

Notes

  1. Credit level 5. Intermediate level module usually taken in Stage 2 of an undergraduate degree.
  2. ECTS credits are recognised throughout the EU and allow you to transfer credit easily from one university to another.
  3. The named convenor is the convenor for the current academic session.
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