MDIA 2220 - Motion Principles

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025

The sensation and illusion of 'motion' is central to the way we experience a myriad of media, from interface design on websites and apps, to digital games, immersive media, film, and animation. In this course, students will engage with techniques and contexts for the design of motion and 3d animation within media studies and aligned disciplines. Reflection on theory and practical exercises will enable students to develop their skills in producing the representation of motion, as well as apply this learning to their own creative works. For students in media production majors (Visual Design, Story Production, and Immersive Media), this course will provide the conceptual grounding for their advanced production courses, while students in other programs will be able to engage critically with a range of approaches to studying and producing motion.

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Course Details

Course Code	MDIA 2220
Course	Motion Principles
Coordinating Unit	Media
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	At least 12 units of undergraduate study
Assumed Knowledge	Prior 3D modelling knowledge (MDIA 1017)
Assessment	Participation, Written Report, Major Assignment (video)

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr William Andrade

Course Timetable

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

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Critically analyse existing media artifacts
2. Demonstrate understanding of motion and the representation of its illusion strategies
3. Distinguish between and apply different approaches to animation
4. Communicate motion through appropriate media
5. Use animation to responsably engage with the audience

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	2,3,5
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	1,2,3
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	4
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1,3,4
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	5
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	5

Learning Resources

Required Resources

More information about required resources will be provided through MyUni.

Recommended Resources

More information about recommended resources will be provided through MyUni.

Online Learning

This course makes extensive use of MyUni, and all assignments are submitted via MyUni. Other websites may also be used.

Learning & Teaching Modes

This course is taught using a combination of face-to-face lectures and workshops, supported by online materials.

Workload

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

1 x 1-hour lecture per week	12 hours per semester
1 x 2 hour workshop per week	20 hours per semester
5 x 2-hour directed learning activity	10 hours per semester
3 hours reading per week	36 hours per semester
2 hours assignment preparation per week	24 hours per semester
3 hours individual research per week	36 hours per semester
1 hour best-practice engagement per week	12 hours per semester
	TOTAL =150 hours per semester

Learning Activities Summary

The course consists of a 1-hour lecture and a 2-hour workshop delivered weekly.

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Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
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Assessment Summary

ASSESSMENT TASK	TASK TYPE	WEIGHTING	COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
Discussion Forum	Formative	40%	1, 2, 3, 4
Final Render and Journal	Summative	50%	3, 4, 5
Participation	Formative and summative	10%	2, 3, 5

Assessment Related Requirements

Students must submit all written assessment and practical tasks to be eligible to pass the course.

Assessment Detail

Discussion Forum
Percentage of grade: 40%
Type: Four forums discussing animation design and aesthetics when creating the illusion of motion

Final Render and journal
Percentage of grade: 50%
Type: Written journal (class diary) reporting the step-by-step 3d animation production achievements with a rendered animated video

Participation
Percentage of grade: 10%
Type: Engagement with the course's content

Submission

All assignments must be submitted via MyUni.

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

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