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Digital Media       Level 1 Enquiries: Mr C. Jefferies
Prerequisites
Year 10 ICT or negotiation with the teacher. Strong interests in computer graphics, web site design, the internet and interactive media is essential.
This course is assessed using: This course is:
  ● Achievement Standards   ● Internally assessed
           
    Unit Standards   ●  Externally assessed
           
Course Information
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the tools and techniques used in the development of modern Digital Technology outcomes.

In Level 1 Digital Media you will study a broad range of fields including:

  • Digital Information: Collecting, Analysing and Reporting of Information using basic features of word processor and spreadsheet applications.
  • Technology Modelling: Using design ideas to develop a conceptual design.
  • Digital Media: Layout and design concepts for the development of HTML pages.
  • Programming: Algorithms and construction of simple programs.

Level 1 - Digital Media Assessment

This course aims to offer a programme of study covering both theoretical and practical components of Digital Technologies. The course provides the opportunity to gain 20 credits at level 1.
Course Cost
$20 to cover printing and basic papers
Standard
 Title Credits Int/Ext
AS 1.41 Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital information outcome 4 Internal
AS 1.3 Demonstrate the use of design ideas to produce a conceptual design for an outcome 6 Internal
AS 1.43 Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome 4 Internal
AS 1.46 Construct a basic computer program for a specified task 3 Internal
AS 1.40

Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts of information management

This module provides Literacy credit

 3 External
Maximum Credits Available 20  
 
Why this course?
Students choosing this course will gain skills and knowledge which will provide them with the base knowledge needed for Level 2 & Level 3 Digital Technologies. It also provides sound skills for those with an interest in Science, Mathematics, Design, and Visual Communication.