Dundalk Institute of Technology Programmes and Modules - COMP C9053

Module Details

Module Code:	COMP C9053
Full Title:	Rich Media Product Production
Valid From::	Semester 2 - 2021/22 ( January 2022 )
Language of Instruction:	English

Duration:	1 Semester

Credits::	30

Module Owner::	Martin Mchugh

Departments:	Visual and Human-Centred Computing

Module Description:

In accordance with DkIT Academic Regulations for Masters (Taught and Structured) Research Projects policy, this project module is designed to enable students to consolidate their knowledge, skills and experience acquired over the course of the programme. It comprises of the creation of a digital artefact which may include a short animated movie, designing and building a level of a complete ’first playable’ prototype game (or ’the vertical slice’) for PC, or consoles or mobile platforms, an immersive VR experience built for HMD devices or a web based AR prototype solution of a quality to be suitable to be shown to a publisher/festival. Alternatively, the student may choose to create a tool or process suitable for games related workflow. Students are also expected to produce an e-portfolio which includes detailed design documentation of 10,000 words. Students may work as part of a group for the completion of this module

Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
#	Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1	Develop a digital artefact utilising the skillset and techniques learnt on the course
MLO2	Defend the developmental process of artefact creation
MLO3	Standardize workflow using a project management methodology
MLO4	Justify developmental design choices using clear and concise language
MLO5	Evaluate artefact amongst peers based on defined criteria
MLO6	Iterate on designed solutions based on user feedback
MLO7	Reflect on design process on a continual basis

Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed

Module Indicative Content
Supervised project module This is a supervised project module, as such there is no taught content. Your supervisor will however support you to extend your knowledge and skills gained from previous modules on the programme.
Typical Examples Typical examples of artefacts include a short animated movie, designing and building a level of a complete ’first playable’ prototype game (or ’the vertical slice’) for PC, or consoles or mobile platforms, an immersive VR experience built for HMD devices or a web based AR prototype solution of a quality to be suitable to be shown to a publisher/festival. Alternatively, the student may choose to create a tool or process suitable for games related workflow.
User Testing Students should evaluate their current iterations with external users, peers, stakeholders and supervisors based on defined criteria. The students should be considering user profiles, research ethics guidelines, best practice in terms of user testing and implement changes based on evaluation
Stakeholders Collaborations with industry partners will be supported and encouraged where possible. The student may choose to partner with a games/animation or related company. The student would be required to make their own arrangements for this partnership with advice and agreement from their supervisor.
Documentation The development process will follow a structured managed workflow solution e.g. agile development process Students will use an e-portfolio to write up and reflect on their process Regular weekly journal posts will give students an opportunity to reflect and document solutions and technologies being utilized, this process will involve dialogue with their peers and supervisors
Seminar Students will present to peers discuss design solutions, test current iterations and provide feedback
Supervision Meetings Students will have supervision to guide their designed process, artefact development and documentation

Assessment Breakdown	%
Module Assessment
Course Work	100.00%

Module Special Regulation

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work

Assessment Type	Continuous Assessment	% of Total Mark	30
Marks Out Of	0	Pass Mark	0
Timing	S1 Week 8	Learning Outcome	1,3,5,6,7
Duration in minutes	0
Assessment Description Submission of an Alpha Prototype

Assessment Type	Continuous Assessment	% of Total Mark	40
Marks Out Of	100	Pass Mark	0
Timing	End of Year	Learning Outcome	1,3,5,6
Duration in minutes	0
Assessment Description In accordance with DkIT Academic Regulations for Masters (Taught and Structured) Research Projects policy, students are expected to consolidate their knowledge, skills and experience acquired over the course of the programme to create a digital artefact which may include a short animated movie, an immersive VR experience built for HMD devices or a web based AR prototype solution of a quality to be suitable to be shown to a publisher/festival. Alternatively, the student may choose to create a tool or process suitable for animation related workflow.

Assessment Type	Portfolio	% of Total Mark	30
Marks Out Of	100	Pass Mark	0
Timing	End of Year	Learning Outcome	2,3,4,7
Duration in minutes	0
Assessment Description In accordance with DkIT Academic Regulations for Masters (Taught and Structured) Research Projects policy, students are expected to produce an e-portfolio which includes detailed design documentation of 10,000 words.

No Project

No Practical

No Final Examination

Part-time