Digital Design Principles

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1. — Understand the principles of digital design.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Explain principles of digital design.

  • 1.2.

    Explain the importance of considering these principles when designing using digital technologies.

  • 1.3.

    Explain development techniques used in digital design including prototyping, testing and use of agile in design phase.

2. — Understand how the audience can influence digital design.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Analyse the role of the audience when creating digital designs.

  • 2.2.

    Examine the role of emotion and social interactions in user experience design.

3. — Understand processes and techniques used when developing assets and designs for digital products.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Explain types of digital products and their purpose.

  • 3.2.

    Explain characteristics and visual communication used in the design and development of digital products.

  • 3.3.

    Explain legal and ethical constraints applicable to the digital media industry.