Topic outline

  • Introduction

    Students will collect and research graphics whilst planing and creating their own.

  • AO1 - Describe and evaluate a range of images

    Pass

    • Candidates will collect and display at least four different graphics.
    • These should be from at least two different sources.
    • They will describe the purpose and will comment on the suitability of each graphic.

    Merit

    • Candidates will collect and display at least four different graphics.
    • These should be from at least two different sources.
    • They will describe the purpose and audience and will discuss the suitability of each graphic.
    • They will indicate the dimensions and file size of some of the graphics discussed.

    Distinction

    • Candidates will collect and display at least four different graphics.
    • These should be from at least two different sources.
    • They will describe the purpose and audience and will discuss the suitability of each graphic.
    • They will describe, with reasons, the extent to which each graphic meets its purpose.
    • They will indicate the dimensions and file size of most of the graphics discussed.

  • AO2 - Plan the production of graphic images for a client

    Pass

    • Candidates will describe the purpose and audience of graphics that are to be created.
    • They will plan these graphics, producing rough sketches, identifying some of the key areas.

    Merit

    • Candidates will describe the purpose and audience of graphics that are to be created.
    • They may refer to ideas gained from the research undertaken in Assessment Objective 1.
    • They will plan these graphics, producing rough sketches, identifying most of the key areas.

    Distinction

    • Candidates will describe the purpose and audience of graphics that are to be created.
    • They will discuss where the graphics will be used and will identify size, resolution and file format for each.
    • They may refer to ideas gained from the research undertaken in Assessment Objective 1.
    • They will set deadlines for the work.
    • They will plan these graphics, producing rough sketches, identifying all key areas.

  • AO3 - Source and store components for graphic products

    Pass

    • Candidates will source and store graphics from two of the listed categories.
    • Some may not be appropriate.

    Merit

    • Candidates will source and store graphics from three of the listed categories.
    • Most graphics will be appropriate.

    Distinction

    • Candidates will source and store graphics from all four of the listed categories.
    • All graphics will be appropriate.

  • AO4 - Record the sources of computer graphics and consider relevant legislation

    Pass

    • Candidates will keep a record of computer graphics sourced and stored using a table.

    Merit

    • Candidates will keep a detailed record of computer graphics sourced and stored using a table.
    • This should allow others to locate some of them if required.
    • Candidates should have awareness of Copyright Law.

    Distinction

    • Candidates will keep an accurate record of computer graphics sourced and stored using a table.
    • This should allow others to locate most of them if required.
    • Candidates should have an awareness of Copyright Law.

  • AO5 - Use appropriate software tools to create, edit and combine graphic images

    Pass

    • Candidates will create graphics using a limited range of vector and bitmap tools.
    • Some development work will be demonstrated.

    Merit

    • Candidates will create graphics that are fit for purpose using a range of vector and bitmap tools.
    • Development work will be demonstrated and annotated to explain the processes undertaken.
    • Most graphics will be saved in appropriate file formats.

    Distinction

    • Candidates will create graphics that are fit for purpose and audience using a wide range of vector and bitmap tools.
    • Development work will be demonstrated and annotated to explain and justify the processes undertaken.
    • All graphics will be saved in appropriate file formats

  • AO6 - Present work to a client for a specific purpose, using a suitable format for display

    Pass

    • Candidates will present work in a suitable format, with some consideration of size.

    Merit

    • Candidates will present work in a suitable format, with consideration of size, resolution and file types.

    Distinction

    • Candidates will present work in a suitable format, with consideration of size, resolution, colour mode and file types.
    • They will justify the use of the medium to present the graphics.