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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

Course
VICD406 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN
Department
Visual Communication Design - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
3
ECTS
7
T+P+L
2 + 0 + 2
Course Coordinator(s)
-
Prerequisite
-
Keywords

Course Description

Information Technology & Design is designed to develop technical skills in terms of information technologies and processes used in communication design. It consists two aspects: theory, and practice. Theoretical aspect includes different types of technologies and medias used in the communication fields. Technical aspect of the course is based on project based workshops that will assist the students in strategies and techniques for selecting and implementing multiple technologies and medias in one project, utilizing object-based programing software tools for real time audio and video, real time 3D, network applications. It also covers the processes of collecting, organising, analysing, storing and retrieving, processing, transmitting and receiving, and displaying, as well as the technologies that support them.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

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Course outcomes

  1. 01 Students will assess the principles of advanced image processing.
  2. 02 Students will Demonstrate advance uses Photoshop program
  3. 03 Students will be able to create their own projects using Photoshop .
  4. 04 Students will be able to execute projects using various advance tools and methods
  5. 05 To implement advance the Principles of Digital Image Processing skills

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction to Course
Week 2 Introduction to Information Technology in Design/ Exploring AI as a design tool: Introduction to ChatGPT
Week 3 Evolution of technology in visual communication / Designing logos with LogoAI + feedback and revision session
Week 4 Digital media tools overview, creative design software / Generating visuals with DALL·E
Week 5 UI/UX concepts, wireframes, accessibility, interaction design / Using Figma to create basic user interfaces and prototypes
Week 6 What is motion graphics? History, formats, and design principles / Hands-on animation planning; creating simple motion sequences with AI
Week 7 Multimedia in design, interactivity, user engagement / Experimenting with Opus Clip AI to transform videos into short-form content
Week 8 Midterm Week
Week 9 Midterm Week
Week 10 The Role of AI in Art + Creative Exploration / AI in contemporary art, authorship debates, generative art Practical: Students find an AI tool of their choice and design a poster based on a concept or social message
Week 11 Understanding NFTs and Blockchain for Creatives Theoretical: NFTs explained, blockchain basics, digital ownership / design an NFT using Figma, DALL·E, or their chosen AI design tool
Week 12 Minting process, copyright, promotion, and ethical issues/ Student Presentations
Week 13 Final Project Workshop I – NFT Collection Design/ Develop a 3–5 piece NFT collection (using AI tools and personal style)/ Student Presentations
Week 14 Final week
Week 15 -

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 Digital Design Theory: Readings from the Field (Design Briefs) – June 7, 2016 by Helen Armstrong (Editor)
  2. 02 AI Art: A Guide to Making Art with Artificial Intelligence – January 22, 2023 by Alex Weber (Author)
  3. 03 The Language of New Media (Leonardo Books) – March 7, 2002 by Lev Manovich (Author)
  4. 04 Designing with the Mind in Mind: Simple Guide to Understanding User Interface Design Guidelines 2nd Edition by Jeff Johnson PhD (Author)

Learning Outcomes

  1. L01 Discuss the relationship between information technology and visual design. SOLO 5
  2. L02 Analyze and apply various AI tools in creative workflows. SOLO 4
  3. L03 Design and present digital products (logos, posters, motion designs). SOLO 5
  4. L04 Create, mint, and showcase NFT-based projects. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Gain the ability to apply the Pharmacy profession.
  2. P02 Interpret the accuracy and reliability of the current theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of pharmacy, as well as being able to follow and evaluate innovations.
  3. P03 Practically apply the knowledge they gain on pharmaceutical sciences. The acquired knowledge and skills allow the graduates to act as the closest health consultant to the public with the ability to inform the public.
  4. P04 Evaluate and apply current technology related to basic subjects and principles covering pharmacy and health sciences and take part in in-service training seminars.
  5. P05 Know the risks and evaluation of the use of drugs and other chemicals and safe laboratory practices (GMP).
  6. P06 Acquire the ability to interpret the findings obtained by qualitative and quantitative measurements and to reach valid scientific results from the data.
  7. P07 Prepare pharmaceuticals and provide guidance on the use of pharmaceutical products.
  8. P08 Design research and develop projects related to pharmaceutical products; manage and share the results.
  9. P09 Be competent to accurately and intelligibly communicate and transfer knowledge about prescription content and pharmaceutical products to the patient / user. The graduates are trained on taking necessary precautions for safe drug usage and encouraging rational drug use, as well as providing consultancy and supervision.
  10. P10 Work in an interdisciplinary environment. Graduates can cooperate with other professional groups, participate in vocational training and activities, have proper knowledge and communication skills.
  11. P11 Take part in social responsibility projects related to health. Graduates have awareness on sustainable environment and participate in activities and practices related to their profession.
  12. P12 Open a community pharmacy, also work in hospital pharmacies, can work in different fields related with pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical and herbal products, as well as production and quality control in the pharmaceutical industry. Takes part in the professional development of herself/himself, her/his colleagues and pharmacy students.
  13. P13 Implements the legal and professional law and ethics as a health professional, in issues concerning public health.
  14. P14 Knows and applies the processes related to drug design from natural or synthetic sources, as well as development, preparation, analysis and metabolism of drugs in the human body.

Po-Lo Matrix

LO P01 P02 P03 P04 P05 P06 P07 P08 P09 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 Average
L01 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
L02 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
L03 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
L04 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -