Design II

Recommended Prerequisites

Familiar with the basic elements of visual comunication like typography and the basic principles of design     

Teaching Methods

The method enhances cognitive learning by:

- Lectures supported by display cases;

- practical exercises;

- Linking theory and practice - theoretical knowledge through exercise.

 

Class presentation and discussion of design projects with reference in the literature. Development of practical work aimed at solving real problems in a simulated context. Presentation of projects and discussion with colleagues. Study and evaluation.

Learning Outcomes

This course develops the knowledge of the practices and methods of design with emphasis on digital media. It values  design problems solving supported by knowledge of different platforms and media production and publishing.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1. Methodological, technical and language procedures of the project in digital media

2. Multimedia project: specialization and interdisciplinarity

Head Lecturer(s)

Nuno Miguel Cabral Carreira Coelho

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Continuous assessment (attendance and punctuality, class participation and commitment; formulating relevant questions, critical thinking and reasoning skills, progress throughout the semester).: 25.0%
Project: 75.0%

Bibliography

How to be a Graphic Designer Without Losing Your Soul

Adrian Saughnessy

Lawrence King Publishing, London, 2010

 

Data Flow – Visualizing Information in Graphic Design

Edited by Robert Klanten, Sven Ehmann, Nicolas Bourquin, Thibaud Tissot

Die Gestalten Verlag, Berlin, 2008

 

Data Flow 2 – Visualizing Information in Graphic Design

Edited by Robert Klanten, Sven Ehmann, Nicolas Bourquin, Thibaud Tissot

Die Gestalten Verlag, Berlin, 2010

 

Information is Beautiful

David McCandless

Collins, London, 2009