Image Processing

Tutorials

  • The GIMP is used for image manipulation and making logos etc. as it is very, very powerful. There is a short tutorial here.
  • There is a much bigger tutorial on grokking the gimp(!) - an external link that seems to cover everything. This opens in a separate window; close that window to return here when you're finished.
  • Guidelines on using the Mustek Bearpaw A4 Scanner are here.
  • Guidelines on using the Mustek A3 Scanner are here.

Assessment 2009/10

  • Collection of Work (60%)
  • Project (40%)

General:

Units

  1. Scanning Techniques
  2. Colour for Image Processing
  3. Image Processing Skills
  4. Image Output

Collection of work 60%

Work that demonstrates evidence of a range of specific learning outcomes. Collection to include:
  • retouched images
  • colourised greyscale images
  • textured tiles with special effects
  • evidence of scanning techniques
  • printouts of initial and final images, plus at least three printouts at various stages
  • colour separations
  • saved and exported images in various file formats
  • listing of tools and techniques used, the order in which they were applied and the effect achieved
  • file listings and software application used

Candidates are required, given the difficulties likely to be encountered with file sizes, to have regard to their own computer system limitations when determining image sizes, resolutions etc.

All electronic files must be retained and made available as evidence.

Project 40%

Design a series of at least six completed full colour images. The series could be a series of stamps, banknotes, greeting cards, a calendar, a series of website elements, a CD-ROM image bank, or other appropriate topic. Both text and graphic elements must be included.

Evidence must include:

  • development of design ideas from concept visualisation to final production
  • printouts of finished series
  • image details including dimensions, digital file size, resolution, colour mode, file format
  • file listings, hardware and software specifications
  • notes and sketches indicating research and preparatory work

All electronic files must be retained and made available as evidence.

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