MDIA 7011 - Immersive Media Asset Generation

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2021

Without digital assets, immersive media content would not be immersive. Asset generation in this space can differ from other mediums, as robust optimisation is paramount to success. In this course, students will cover all aspects of asset creation/development for immersive media technologies ? everything from 3D modelling, photogrammetry, and texturing through to audio recording and sound design. Students will have the opportunity to become adept at using numerous industry standard software packages and platforms, as well as receiving guidance to experiment with their own artistic visions.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code MDIA 7011
    Course Immersive Media Asset Generation
    Coordinating Unit Media
    Term Semester 2
    Level Postgraduate Coursework
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 6
    Contact 3 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N
    Prerequisites MDIA 7010 Immerisve Media Design
    Course Description Without digital assets, immersive media content would not be immersive. Asset generation in this space can differ from other mediums, as robust optimisation is paramount to success. In this course, students will cover all aspects of asset creation/development for immersive media technologies ? everything from 3D modelling, photogrammetry, and texturing through to audio recording and sound design. Students will have the opportunity to become adept at using numerous industry standard software packages and platforms, as well as receiving guidance to experiment with their own artistic visions.
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Mr Steven Cook

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
    1 Demonstrate development pipeline understanding in regard to core digital asset generation.
    2 Produce digital assets fit for immersive media technology platforms.
    3 Identify compatibility issues with digital asset generation.
    4 Synthesise immersive media design theory knowledge into practical output.
    5 Demonstrate technical knowledge across a variety of hardware and software platforms used for digital asset development.
    University Graduate Attributes

    No information currently available.

  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    Due to the individual skill acquisition required, and the technical nature of the project material in this course, resources will be provided weekly for students. These resources will be in the form of current immersive design research, applied techniques, video screencasts and websites. Students are not only encouraged to access all resources provided, but also to foster an investigative research approach to obtaining their own resources as needs arise.
    Recommended Resources
    Due to the quickly evolving nature of immersive technologies, students will be provided with resources and readings over the duration of the course. Students are also encouraged to foster an investigative research approach towards resource acquisition depending on assignment focus
    Online Learning
    This course makes extensive use of MyUni and external websites. All assignments are submitted via online methods. Due to the size of data required for immersive media development, it is also strongly encouraged that students have access to large personal storage devices.
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    Lectures for this course are recorded and then uploaded into the university’s Echo 360 system. Tutorials and/or workshops are held in either a dedicated space or within the Napier building VR lab. Readings and other materials are provided using the Barr Smith Library Digital Resources Management Service or through externally hosted websites. Assignments and course participation may involve a mixture of individual and collaborative work.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    1 x 1-hour lecture (or equivalent) per week 12 hours per semester
    1 x 2-hour tutorial (or equivalent) per week 24 hours per semester
    4 hours reading per week 48 hours per semester
    8 hours practical immersive technology usage 96 hours per semester
    4 hours workshop preparation per week 48 hours per semester
    3 hours independent research per week 36 hours per semester
    4 hours assignment preparation per week 48 hours per semester
    TOTAL WORKLOAD 312 hours per semester
    Learning Activities Summary
    Week-by-week course content is available on the MyUni site and in person. When applicable to course project material, content will also be provided through direct data transfer.
    Small Group Discovery Experience
    Tutorial sessions held in the dedicated spaces and VR labs form an integral part of learning in this course. Students will gain SGDE by working in a combination of whole class and smaller groups under the guidance and supervision of the Course Coordinator and academic staff. Tutorial sessions also provide an opportunity for students to receive advice and support from the academic staff coordinating the course as they complete project work.
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assessment Task (relevant learning outcomes) Task Type Weighting
    Online Quizzes and Group Activities
    1
    Formative; Individual; Written 25%
    Practical Assignment 1
    2, 3, 4, 5
    Summative; Individual; Graphical, Audible

    30%
    Practical Assignment 2
    2, 3, 4, 5
    Summative; Individual; Graphical, Audible 45%
    *Please note: this is only an estimate of the minimum expected workload for each assessment piece. As much of the assessment structure requires technical understanding, individual students may need to spend more time on unfamiliar tasks.

    Assessment Detail
    Online Quizzes and Group Activities: 25% The quizzes will represent summative understanding of the core concepts and terminology presented in lectures and tutorial sessions. Online group activities will consist of pipeline replication and pipeline comprehension. (2000 words equiv.)

    Practical Assignment 1: 30%  Practical Assignment 1 demonstrates deep software knowledge and deep understanding of all types of asset design and development though dedicated software usage submission. (3000 words equiv.)

    Practical Assignment 2: 45%  Practical Assignment 2 represents the culmination of asset generation and pipeline work. Students will submit their asset collections within an immersive scene as per the techniques and design principles outlined. Grades will be awarded based on how well assets are built, the design methodologies implemented, and demonstrated understanding of export and import methodology. (4000 words equiv.)
    Submission

    No information currently available.

    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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