Module Information

Module Identifier
XC24010
Module Title
Applied 2D Graphics
Academic Year
2025/2026
Co-ordinator
Semester
Distance Learning

Course Delivery

 

Assessment

Assessment Type Assessment length / details Proportion
Semester Assessment Assignment  Practical image editing assessment and a short report. 800 Words  100%
Supplementary Assessment Assignment  Practical image editing assessment and a short report. 800 Words  100%

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:

Express a consolidated and extended understanding and knowledge of image tools, topics and techniques, such as: colour space, image formation, compression, enhancement, and editing.

Compare, critically evaluate and discuss alternative techniques.

Apply techniques to create a professional output.

Brief description

The module will form a generic introduction to image processing. It will start with the image formation and compression process. Subsequently several image filtering techniques will be discussed in order to enhance images. The module is aimed at learners with GCSE mathematics or similar qualification/experience who may not have studied the subject for some time.

Content

Introduction to Image Processing
Colour Space
Image Formation
Image Compression
Image Enhancement
Image Processing (blending, layers etc)

Module Skills

Skills Type Skills details
Creative Problem Solving Working out how to translate concepts into practice.
Digital capability The whole module is related to advanced IT applications.
Professional communication Written report and creative output.
Subject Specific Skills Use of advanced graphical applications and an understanding of the underlying concepts.

Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 5