Digital Graphics Editing

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
Y/504/8946
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about the uses and principles of digital graphics.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Outline different digital graphics styles and their purpose.
  • 1.2
    Outline the basic principles of graphic design.
  • 1.3
    Assess the quality of digital graphics.
2

Be able to plan the editing of digital graphics.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify the needs of the client for a straightforward digital graphic from a given brief.
  • 2.2
    Describe in order the key activities required to create an original digital graphic.
  • 2.3
    Identify appropriate file types and formats for the digital graphic from a given range of commonly used types and formats.
  • 2.4
    Produce a simple visualisation diagram or sketch for the intended work, to include multiple images and graphics.
3

Be able to produce a digital graphic.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Source or create the assets identified for use in a digital graphic with appropriate regard for copyright laws.
  • 3.2
    Edit the images and graphics using different key graphics tools and techniques.
  • 3.3
    Create a straightforward digital graphic using different key graphics tools and techniques.
  • 3.4
    Save the digital graphic in the required dimensions and resolution and in a suitable file format.
4

Be able to review a digital graphic.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify strengths and weaknesses of own work.
  • 4.2
    Compare the finished object to the original brief.
  • 4.3
    Suggest improvements for own work based on self-assessment and feedback from others.