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Core Module Information
Module title: Designing the Visual Interface
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: CSI09103
Module leader: Inge Panneels
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Applied Informatics
Prerequisites

a working understanding of HTML5 and CSS
Description of module content:

This module will give you a critical understanding of the challenges involved in designing the visual interface for contemporary digital technology. You will develop a deeper understanding of the user experience building on knowledge gained in your earlier studies.

Multidisciplinary in approach the module is fine balance between theory and practice. You will also gain key skills in developing a Literature Review which will prepare you for your Honours project

Learning Outcomes for module:

LO1: Design and develop a responsive interface for use within mobile and web technologies
LO2: Demonstrate critical awareness of the psychology of use and interaction with the Visual Interface
LO3: Critically evaluate psychological features (e.g. surprise, empathy, trust) of digital interface design.
LO4: Develop a Literature Review appropriate for an Honours Project
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2023/4, Trimester 2, FACE-TO-FACE, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: FACE-TO-FACE
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Inge Panneels
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)
Face To Face Lecture 24
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 24
Independent Learning Guided independent study 152
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words
Project - Practical 60 1,2,3 10 HOURS= 60.00
Essay 40 2,3,4 14/15 HOURS= 00.00, WORDS= 2000
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
CSI09103 Designing the Visual Interface
 

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