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PROSPECTUS 2017

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Word of Welcome 3

What is the difference between a short course, a short learning programme and a workshop? 5

Fine Arts 6

Drawing Art 7

Oil Painting 8

Acrylic Painting 9

Printmaking 10

Character Development for Graphic Novels 11

Art History and Visual Culture 12

Business Practices for the Fine Arts 13

Photography 14

Basic Digital Photography (Group 1) 15

Basic Digital Photography (Group 2) 16

Basic Digital Photography (Group 3) 17

Advanced Digital Photography 18

Editing for Digital Photography 19

Photography History and Appreciation 20

Design 21

Graphic Design 22

Basic Web Page Design 23

Advanced Web Page Design 24

Adobe Design Software 25

Film and Music 26

Video and Film Editing 27

Film History and Appreciation (and the Sunday Afternoon Film Club) 28

Music Technology 29

Registration Procedure & Bank Details 30

Requirements for Registration 31

Contact Details 31

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WORD OF WELCOME

Introduction

The Creativity Centre strives to provide excellent training in creative fields to the public. Our presentations are

aimed at equipping participants with the appropriate practical skills and/or theoretical knowledge in order to

develop and hone their various creative interests.

The purpose of this prospectus is to inform potential participants about the various offerings that will be

presented by the Creativity Centre during 2017. Here you will find brief information about the different offerings:

what each entails, when and where the courses are presented, the relevant admission requirements, the

materials required, as well as the outcomes of each presentation.

Certificates

Participants who have completed a presentation of the Creativity Centre successfully will receive a certificate

that has been approved by the NWU Institutional Office for Academic Standards (ICAS) by the end of the

relevant presentation. In order to complete a short course or short learning programme successfully, and thus to

qualify for a certificate, the participant must comply with the minimum requirements of the particular presentation,

i.e. a minimum final average of 50% is attained for pracitcal projects AND a minimum of 70% of contact sessions

is attended (education students are relieved of the latter during their practical weeks). Workshops merely require

that a minimum of 70% of contact sessions is attended, which in turn leads to a certificate of attendance.

Please note that all offerings of the Creativity Centre are non-credit bearing, and as such no university credits

can be allocated to participants.

Year-end Exhibition & Artworks

The year-end exhibition of the Creativity Centre is scheduled for November 2017. The exact date, time and

place will be communicated closer to the time. Only the most accomplished work(s) of each participant will be

exhibited. A limited number of entry tickets will be available for this event.

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Admission to University Venues

If you have a university number, please indicate this in the registration form so that your university card can be

activated for the relevant access to buildings. If you do not have a university number, please follow the

procedure set out below:

1. Request a letter from the office of the Creativity Centre (Building F2 Room G05).

2. Take the letter to Protection Services (Building F15 Card Office) and request a diverse card (this will

cost R20).

3. Provide the staff of the Creativity Centre with this number so that your card can be activated so that you

will have access to the relevant buildings.

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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SHORT COURSE, A SHORT LEARNING PROGRAMME AND A

WORKSHOP?

The Creativity Centre has three types of offerings, i.e. short courses, short learning programmes and workshops.

Short courses at the Creativity Centre are after-hour presentations constructed to satisfy particular market

demands in various creative fields by providing quality education. Both these presentation formats require that

participants attain a minimum final average of 50% for pracitcal projects AND that participants attend a minimum

of 70% of contact sessions (education students are relieved of the latter during their practical weeks).

Workshops at the Creativity Centre consist of shorter presentations of two to six contact sessions and merely

require that a minimum of 70% of contact sessions is attended, which in turn leads to a certificate of attendance.

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FINE ARTS

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DRAWING ART

28 February – 1 September 2017

40 hours (20 contact sessions)

Tuesdays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F2 Room G16

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q01

Presentation format: Short learning programme

Language: English & Afrikaans

Drawing Art is regarded as the foundation of all creative visual disciplines. It also plays an important role in the

development of creative observation abilities. Drawing Art is aimed at people who want to develop their drawing

skills. In this short learning programme the participant is introduced to various drawing techniques and emphasis

is placed on perceptual accuracy, the exploration of expressive line use, shading techniques as well as tonal

values. This short learning programme consists of two consecutive modules, i.e. Module 1: Techniques and

Perspectives in Drawing Art, and Module 2: Mixed Media and Life Drawing. The latter involves the drawing of

live models in our art studio.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirement for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent). The initial course materials are included in the course fee and will be presented to participants at the

first contact session. These include drawing pencils, charcoal, ink, pastels, glue and drawing paper.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short learning programme, the participant should demonstrate an understanding of

the formal elements including the representation of three-dimensional forms, light and shading, hatching

techniques, as well as basic perspective principles. The participant should also be able to use drawing media

such as pencil, charcoal and ink pen with confidence. Please note that all practical projects must be finished in

time for the successful completion of this short learning programme and that participants will therefore also have

to work on projects at home.

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OIL PAINTING

1 March – 18 September 2017

40 hours (20 contact sessions)

Wednesdays 18:00 to 20:00 (March to May)

Mondays 18:00 to 20:00 (July to September)

Building F2 Room G16

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q03

Presentation format: Short learning programme

Language: English & Afrikaans

Oil Painting is a compact short learning programme aimed at those who are interested in learning to paint with

oil paint as well as those who wish to revitalise their oil painting capabilities and visual execution of ideas. This

short learning programme consists of two consecutive modules, i.e. Module 1: Basic Oil Painting Principles and

Techniques, and Module 2: Conceptual Development in Painting. In the first module the participant is introduced

to basic painting techniques with oil paint as medium and guided towards creating a monochromatic landscape,

an experimental still life and a grid project. The second module focuses on thematic and conceptual

development processes in the execution of painting projects.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent) as well as basic drawing skills (the Creativity Centre's short learning programme in Drawing Art is

highly recommended in this regard). The initial course materials are included in the course fee and will be

presented to participants at the first contact session. These include drawing pencils, drawing paper, a set of oil

paint tubes, a set of oil paint brushes, a bottle of turpentine as well as the first painting canvas.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short learning programme the participant should be familiar with the characteristics

of oil paint as well as the painting techniques associated with oil paint. The participant should also have an

understanding of colour principles (including colour mixing, the symbolic and other associations of colour as well

as representing volume, depth and form using colour). Please note that all practical projects must be finished in

time for the successful completion of this short learning programme, and that participants will therefore also have

to work on projects at home.

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ACRYLIC PAINTING

2 March – 18 September 2017

40 hours (20 contact sessions)

Thursdays 18:00 to 20:00 (March to May)

Mondays 18:00 to 20:00 (July to September)

Building F2 Room G16

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q04

Presentation format: Short learning programme

Language: English & Afrikaans

Acrylic Painting is a compact short learning programme aimed at those who are interested in learning to paint

as well as those who wish to revitalise their painting capabilities and visual execution of ideas. This short

learning programme consists of two consecutive modules, i.e. Module 1: Basic Acrylic Painting Principles and

Techniques, and Module 2: Conceptual Development in Painting. In the first module the participant is introduced

to basic painting techniques with acrylic paint as medium and guided towards creating a unconventional still life,

a South African landscape and a decorative figurative design. The second module focuses on thematic and

conceptual development processes in the execution of painting projects.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent) as well as basic drawing skills (the Creativity Centre's short learning programme in Drawing Art is

highly recommended in this regard). The initial course materials are included in the course fee and will be

presented to participants at the first contact session. These include drawing pencils, drawing paper, a set of

acrylic paint tubes, a set of acrylic paint brushes as well as the first painting canvas.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short learning programme the participant should be familiar with the characteristics

of acrylic paint as well as the painting techniques associated with acrylic paint. The participant should also have

an understanding of colour principles (including colour mixing, the symbolic and other associations of colour as

well as representing volume, depth and form using colour). Please note that all practical projects must be

finished in time for the successful completion of this short learning programme, and that participants will

therefore also have to work on projects at home.

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PRINTMAKING

3 August – 21 September 2017

16 hours (8 contact sessions)

Thursdays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F2 Room G16

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q32

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English & Afrikaans

Printmaking is aimed at those who are interested in gaining the knowledge and skills that will enable them to

create their own artistic prints in traditional printmaking formats. This short course focuses on the creation and

printing processes of linocuts, monoprints and perspex etches.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent) as

well as basic drawing skills (the Creativity Centre's short learning programme in Drawing Art is highly

recommended in this regard). The initial course materials are included in the course fee and will be presented to

participants at the first contact session. These include drawing pencils, drawing paper, a set of carving utensils

as well as a lino sheet.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, rules and theories related to printmaking and the sub-divisions of this art

form. The participant should also be familiar with the appropriate standard methods, procedures and/or

techniques as required by the relevant printmaking formats and be able to apply these. Furthermore the

participant should posess an understanding of, and act in accordance with, prescribed professional ethical codes

of conduct, values and practices as applicable to the different sub-divisions of printmaking.

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CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT FOR GRAPHIC NOVELS

15 April – 17 May 2017

16 hours (8 contact sessions)

Wednesdays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F2 Room G04

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q33

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English & Afrikaans

Character Development for Graphic Novels is aimed at those who are interested in developing their own

graphic novels or comics. The aim of this short course is not to develop a graphic novel during its timespan, but

rather to teach participants how to prepare for such a project and how to use visual storyboards to their

advantage. This short course also presents a concise background to graphic novels as an interdisciplinary and

popular literary and art genre while the practical emphasis resides with how to develop knowledge about the

genre towards the development graphic characters that are unique, figuratively recognisable in various body

positions, and capable of expressing varoius emotions.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent) as

well as basic drawing skills (the Creativity Centre's short learning programme in Drawing Art is highly

recommended in this regard). The initial course materials are included in the course fee and will be presented to

participants at the first contact session. These include drawing pencils, a sketchbook (A3 size), a thin black ink

pen (fineliner) and an eraser.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, rules and theories of different forms of graphic storytelling such as graphic

novels and comics. The participant should be familiar with the appropriate standard methods, procedures and/or

techniques of graphic storytelling formats and be able to apply these with informed and trained skills as required

by the choice of relevant utensils. Furthermore the participant should posess the ability to identify, evaluate and

solve routine as well as new problems in the context of graphic storytelling.

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ART HISTORY AND VISUAL CULTURE

16 February – 26 October 2017

40 hours (20 contact sessions)

Thursdays 18:00 to 20:00

NWU Gallery

R1000 per person

Reference code: Q20

Presentation format: Short learning programme

Language: English & Afrikaans

Art History and Visual Culture is a tour-de-force of image-based information aimed at those who are interested

in obtaining a better understanding of visual art and who wish to enrich themselves with the knowledge and skills

that enables one to interpret and analyse visual art. This short learning programme consists of four consecutive

modules, i.e. Module 1: Western Art History, Module 2: Art History in a Global Context, Module 3: African Art

History, and Module 4: Contemporary Art in the Postmodern Paradigm. Apart from the twenty contact sessions

participants are also invited to attend the official opening evenings of the art exhibitions at the NWU Gallery,

which holds that contact sessions will not take place on gallery exhibition evenings.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirement for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent).

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short learning programme the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of art history and visual culture as pertaining to

Western art history, art history in a global context, African art history, as well as contemporary art and visual

culture produced in the postmodern paradigm. Furthermore the participant should posess the knowledge and

ability to select and apply a variety of appropriate methods of analysis and perspectives in the interpretive

analysis of art periods, art movements, artistic cultural practices and its subsequent works of art.

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BUSINESS PRACTICES FOR THE FINE ARTS

23 August – 20 September 2017

8 hours (4 contact sessions)

Wednesdays 18:00 to 20:00

NWU Gallery

R1000 per person

Reference code: Q12

Presentation format: Workshop

Language: English & Afrikaans

Business Practices for the Fine Arts is aimed at those who desire to learn how to manage their art and

creative outputs in a commercial capacity. This workshop focuses on entrepreneurship, art-related business

ethics, curatorial practice, the importance for an artist to engage verbally and in written form with his/her own

work, how to set up and manage an online profile via social media and a website, as well as how to setup and

manage various business practice aspects.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirement for this workshop is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent).

Course Outcomes

After having completed this workshop the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed understanding

of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of business practices for the fine arts. Furthermore the

participant should be familiar with various entrepreneurial strategies as well as how to activate and manage

social media and other online platforms for the sake of marketing his/her art and creative outputs.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

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BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (GROUP 1)

27 February – 11 September 2017

36 hours (18 contact sessions)

Mondays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F2 Room G13

R4500 per person

Reference code: Q06

Presentation format: Short course

Language: Afrikaans

Basic Digital Photography is a very popular short course aimed at those who are interested in digital

photography and is presented three times a year. People who are interested in this short course may therefore

choose which of the three groups they would like to register for. In this short course participants get to learn the

basic principles of digital photography as well as how to use a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera

effectively. This include, amongst others, aesthetic aspects of good photography, good composition, still lives

and black and white photography, portrait studies, landscape studies, architectural photography, macro

photography and night photography.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent) as

well as posession of a DSLR camera.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be familiar with the basic working of a DSLR

camera and should be able to demonstrate an informed understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and

theories of basic digital photography. The participant should be familiar with the appropriate standard methods,

procedures and/or techniques as relevant to basic digital photography and be able to apply these. Furthermore

the participant should posess the ability to identify, evaluate and solve routine as well as new problems in the

context of basic digital photography.

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BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (GROUP 2)

15 March – 20 September 2017

36 hours (18 contact sessions)

Wednesdays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F2 Room G13

R4500 per person

Reference code: Q07

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English

Basic Digital Photography is a very popular short course aimed at those who are interested in digital

photography and is presented three times a year. People who are interested in this short course may therefore

choose which of the three groups they would like to register for. In this short course participants get to learn the

basic principles of digital photography as well as how to use a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera

effectively. This include, amongst others, aesthetic aspects of good photography, good composition, still lives

and black and white photography, portrait studies, landscape studies, architectural photography, macro

photography and night photography.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent) as

well as posession of a DSLR camera.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be familiar with the basic working of a DSLR

camera and should be able to demonstrate an informed understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and

theories of basic digital photography. The participant should be familiar with the appropriate standard methods,

procedures and/or techniques as relevant to basic digital photography and be able to apply these. Furthermore

the participant should posess the ability to identify, evaluate and solve routine as well as new problems in the

context of basic digital photography.

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BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (GROUP 3)

1 August – 24 October 2017

36 hours (12 contact sessions)

Tuesdays 17:30 to 20:30

Building F2 Room G13

Reference code: Q08

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English

Basic Digital Photography is a very popular short course aimed at those who are interested in digital

photography and is presented three times a year. People who are interested in this short course may therefore

choose which of the three groups they would like to register for. In this short course participants get to learn the

basic principles of digital photography as well as how to use a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera

effectively. This include, amongst others, aesthetic aspects of good photography, good composition, still lives

and black and white photography, portrait studies, landscape studies, architectural photography, macro

photography and night photography.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent) as

well as posession of a DSLR camera.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be familiar with the basic working of a DSLR

camera and should be able to demonstrate an informed understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and

theories of basic digital photography. The participant should be familiar with the appropriate standard methods,

procedures and/or techniques as relevant to basic digital photography and be able to apply these. Furthermore

the participant should posess the ability to identify, evaluate and solve routine as well as new problems in the

context of basic digital photography.

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ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

7 March – 12 September 2017

36 hours (18 contact sessions)

Tuesdays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F2 Room G10

R4500 per person

Reference code: Q09

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English & Afrikaans

Advanced Digital Photography is a follow-up short course to the Creativity Centre's short course in Basic

Digital Photography and is aimed at those who already posess basic digital photography skills and who have the

desire to further develop and expand their digital photography knowledge and skills.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent) and

that the Creativity Centre's short course in Basic Digital Photography has been completed successfully (or proof

of equivalent training) as well as posession of a DSLR camera.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be familiar with the advanced working of a DSLR

camera and should be able to demonstrate an informed understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and

theories of advanced digital photography. The participant should be familiar with the appropriate advanced

methods, procedures and/or techniques as relevant to advanced digital photography and be able to apply these.

Furthermore the participant should posess the ability to identify, evaluate and solve routine as well as new

problems in the context of advanced digital photography.

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EDITING FOR DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

27 February – 11 September 2017

36 hours (18 contact sessions)

Mondays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F20 Room 126

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q10

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English

Editing for Digital Photography is aimed at those who are interested in digital photography and who wants to

learn how to edit, manipulate and professionally re-work digital photos using Adobe Photoshop CC. This include,

among others, repairing old and torn photographs, retouching and manipulating colours in digital photographs,

taking panoramic photographs as well as preparing photographs for printing.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent) as

well as posession of a DSLR camera. Participants will have to obtain and bring their own USB device to contact

sessions.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of editing for digital photography. The

participant should be familiar with the appropriate standard methods, procedures and/or techniques as relevant

to editing for digital photography and be able to apply these. Furthermore the participant should posess the

ability to identify, evaluate and solve routine as well as new problems in the context of editing for digital

photography.

* Please note that the introductory content of the short course Digital Photography Editing overlaps with the short

course in Adobe Design Software's introductory component on Adobe Photoshop CC.

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PHOTOGRAPHY HISTORY AND APPRECIATION

3 August – 26 October 2017

24 hours (12 contact sessions)

Thursdays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F2 Room G10

R3000 per person

Reference code: Q11

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English & Afrikaans

Photography History and Appreciation is aimed at those who are interested in photography and who desires

to gain knowledge into the development of photoraphy as a visual art form. This short course is highly

recommendable to those who are serious about pursuing photography in a professional capacity as well as

practicing photography as art.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent) as

well as posession of a DSLR camera.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of photography history. Furthermore the

participant should posess the ability to apply various relevant methods of analysis and perspectives in the

interpretive analysis of photography movements and styles and its subsequent iconic photographs.

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DESIGN

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

19 April – 27 September 2017

36 hours (18 contact sessions)

Wednesdays 18:00 to 20:00

As well as the following Saturday sessions:

13 May 2017 - 09:00 to 11:00

2 September 2017 - 09:00 to 11:00

Building F20 Room 118

R4500 per person

Reference code: Q13

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English

Graphic Design is aimed at those who are interested in the field of graphic design and who would like to learn

how to practice graphic design. Aspects that are dealt with in this short course include an graphic design

principles and disciplines, developing conceptualisation skills, an introduction to typography, an introduction to

corporate design as well as basic applicable computer skills in Adobe Illustrator CC.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirement for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent) as well as basic computer skills. Though not a requirement, participants are highly advised to also

enroll for the Creativity Cenrte's short course in Adobe Computer Software. This will assist participants in the

execution of graphic design projects on the appropriate Adobe software programs, in particular with regard to

Adobe Illustrator CC. The initial course materials are included in the course fee and will be presented to

participants at the first contact session. These include drawing pencils, a sketchbook (A3 size), a thin black ink

pen (fineliner) and an eraser. Participants will have to obtain and bring their own USB device to contact

sessions.

Course Outcomes After having completed this short course the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of graphic design. The participant should be

familiar with the appropriate standard methods, procedures and/or techniques as relevant to graphic design and

be able to apply these. Furthermore the participant should posess the ability to identify, evaluate and solve

routine as well as new problems in the context of graphic design.

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BASIC WEB PAGE DESIGN

28 February – 23 May 2017

24 hours (11 contact sessions)

Tuesdays 18:00 to 20:00

As well as the following Saturday session:

6 May 2017 - 09:00 to 13:00

Building F20 Room 118

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q18

Presentation format: Short learning programme

Language: English & Afrikaans

Basic Wep Page Design is aimed at those who want to learn how to design their own web pages. Skills entail

basic HTML and web page design principles as well as how to plan (both technically and aesthetically),

construct, maintain, and publish a web page on the internet. This short learning programme consists of two

modules, i.e. Module 1: Introduction to Web Page Design, and Module 2: Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver

CC.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent) as well as basic computer skills. Participants will have to obtain and bring their own USB device to

contact sessions.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short learning programme the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of basic web page design. The participant

should be familiar with the appropriate standard methods, procedures and/or techniques as relevant to basic

web page design and be able to apply these. Furthermore the participant should posess the ability to identify,

evaluate and solve routine as well as new problems in the context of basic web page design.

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ADVANCED WEB PAGE DESIGN

25 July – 26 September 2017

24 hours (12 contact sessions)

Tuesdays 18:00 to 20:00

As well as the following Saturday session:

16 September 2017 - 09:00 to 13:00

Building F20 Room 118

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q19

Presentation format: Short learning programme

Language: English & Afrikaans

Advanced Web Page Design is a follow-up short learning programme to the Creativity Centre's short learning

programme in Basic Web Page Design and is aimed at those who already posess the basic skills to design web

pages and who have the desire to further develop and expand their web page design knowledge and skills. In

this short learning programme participants are taught how to utilise Adobe Dreamweaver CC in a more

integrated manner to plan, design, publish and maintain advanced web pages for clients that also include the

creation of payment portals. This short learning programme consists of two modules, i.e. Module 1: Integrated

Web Page Design, and Module 2: Payment Portals and Client-orientated Web Page Design

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent) and that the Creativity Centre's short learning programm in Basic Web Page Design has been

completed successfully (or proof of equivalent training. Participants will have to obtain and bring their own USB

device to contact sessions.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short learning programme the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of advanced web page design. The participant

should be familiar with the appropriate advanced methods, procedures and/or techniques as relevant to

advanced web page design and be able to apply these. Furthermore the participant should posess the ability to

identify, evaluate and solve routine as well as new problems in the context of advanced web page design.

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ADOBE DESIGN SOFTWARE

2 March – 24 August 2017

36 hours (18 contact sessions)

Thursdays 18:00 to 20:00

As well as the following Saturday sessions:

25 March 2017 - 09:00 to 11:00

13 May 2017 - 09:00 to 11:00

19 August 2017 - 09:00 to 11:00

Building F20 Room 118

R4500 per person

Reference code: Q14

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English & Afrikaans

Adobe Design Software is aimed at those who want to learn how to use Adobe software programs for their own

creative projects. This short course is divided into three components that include mastering the basic functions

and skills associated with three software applications, namely Adobe Illustrator CC (a very multifaceted

program that can be used, among others, for logo design, packaging and for the creation of various types of

vector graphics), Adobe Photoshop CC (ideal for digital photo editing and manipulation), and Adobe InDesign

CC (ideal for the layout of print publications like magazines).

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent) as well as basic computer skills. Participants will have to obtain and bring their own USB device to

contact sessions.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding and skills to create basic vector-based imagery and basic graphic design items using Adobe

Illustrator CC, to apply basic editing to digital photos using Adobe Photoshop CC, and to create information

distribution units such as a magazine article using Adobe InDesign CC. These outcomes require that the

participant show a basic insight into the computer programs involved that will allow the participant to apply the

appropriate standard methods and procedures as relevant to graphic design. Furthermore the participant should

posess the ability to apply effective processes of analysis, evaluation, synthesis and creative expression in the

generation of design material with the use of the appropriate Adobe computer programs.

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FILM & MUSIC

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VIDEO AND FILM EDITING

Saturday 29 April 2017

8 hours (2 contact sessions on 1 day)

Morning session: 09:00 to13:00

Afternoon session: 14:00 to 18:00

Building F2 Room 120

R2000 per person

Reference code: Q26

Presentation format: Workshop

Language: English & Afrikaans

Video and Film Editing is a full-day workshop aimed at those who want to learn how to use a digital video

camera successfully and how to transfer recorded material to DVD format by means of the software programs

iMovie, Apple Final Cut Pro and iDVD. The workshop is structured as follows:

Morning session: Practical work

- Basic cinematography

- Introduction to directing

- Video and film formats

- Editing aesthetics

Afternoon session: Digital transformation

- Basic software training in Adobe Premiere

- Basic technical editing

- Editing techniques on iMac

- Finishing video work and formatting for high

definition (HD) television and DVD applications

by means of iDVD

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent) as well as basic computer skills. Participants will have to obtain and bring their own USB device to

contact sessions. Although not a prerequisite, participants are welcome to bring their own digital handheld

cameras - that can shoot onto DVD, hard drive or USB data drive – along with all the cables required by the

camera. Cameras will be available during the workshop for those who do not posess their own video cameras.

Video sequences will also be available for manipulation on computer. Please note that a maximum number of

twelve enrolments will be accepted. Course outcomes

After having completed this workshop the participant should have a basic sense of basic video aesthetics and be

able to edit and process digital video sequences for high definition (HD) television and DVD via the use of

iMovie, Apple Final Cut Pro and iDVD.

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FILM HISTORY AND APPRECIATION

26 February – 26 November 2017

24 hours (12 contact sessions)

Sunday afternoons @ Film Club; Wednesdays 18:00 to 20:00

Building F2 Room G10

R3000 per person

Reference code: Q27

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English & Afrikaans

Film History and Appreciation is aimed at those who are interested in the history and development of

filmmaking as an art form. This short course is highly recommendable to students of journalism, creative writers,

aspiring filmmakers as well as those who wish to learn how to write film reviews.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short course is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or equivalent).

Participants are invited and encouraged to join the Sunday Afternoon Film Club (this is not a prerequisite and

there is no additional fee involved) because the content of this short course is presented in relation to the films

shown at the Film Club.

Course Outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of film history history. Furthermore the

participant should posess the ability to apply various relevant methods of analysis and perspectives in the

interpretive analysis of film movements and styles and its subsequent iconic films.

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MUSIC TECHNOLOGY

6 March – 18 September 2017

36 hours (18 contact sessions)

Mondays 18:00 to 20:00

Building K1 Room G120

R3500 per person

Reference code: Q27

Presentation format: Short course

Language: English & Afrikaans

Music Technology is an integrated component of multimedia and aimed at those who are interested in

acquiring knowledge and skills applicable to the music and sound technology industry. After successfully

completing this short course participants will have the necessary practical skills and knowledge to use music

software effectively (these include sound mixing, sound editing and sound balancing). Sound mixing and sound

editing in particular are highly valued in the context of large-scale public events such as music concerts and

public performances that involve large crowds.

Admission Requirements & Materials

The admission requirements for this short learning programme is a NQF Level 4 education (matriculation or

equivalent) as well as basic computer skills.

Course outcomes

After having completed this short course the participant should be able to demonstrate an informed

understanding of the key concepts, principles, rules and theories of music technology. The participant should be

familiar with the appropriate standard methods, procedures and/or techniques as relevant to music technology

and be able to apply these. Furthermore the participant should posess the ability to identify, evaluate and solve

routine as well as new problems in the context of music technology.

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REGISTRATION PROCEDURE & BANKING DETAILS The registration procedure entails three simple steps:

1. complete the registration form in and submit it

2. pay the course fee

3. forward your proof of payment via e-mail to [email protected]

Once these steps have been taken, the registration procedure is completed. Option 1: Payment on campus Pay the course fees at the cashiers in the Administration building (Joon van Rooy, Building F1) in the following

cost string: P.3C00010.5607.

Please provide your initials as well as the relevant reference code as reference.

For example, if Janine Liebenberg wants to pay her course fee for Drawing Art, her reference will be:

J Liebenberg Q01

If Boitumelo Khumalo wants to pay his course fee for Graphic Design, her reference will look like this:

B Khumalo Q13

Very important information for NWU students: Do NOT use your student number as reference, because then

the course fee will not be indicated as paid in the Creativity Centre’s account. Please use the information as set

out above as a guide for indicating the reference correctly. Option 2: Payment at the bank or per internet Bank name: ABSA

Branch code: 632005

Account number: 670642313

Creditor: NWU Potchefstroom (Puk No. 3)

Please provide your initials as well as the relevant reference code as reference. For example, if Janine Liebenberg wants to pay her course fee for Drawing Art, her reference will be:

J Liebenberg Q01

If Boitumelo Khumalo wants to pay his course fee for Graphic Design, her reference will look like this:

B Khumalo Q13

Very important information for NWU students: Do NOT use your student number as reference, because then

the course fee will not be indicated as paid in the Creativity Centre’s account. Please use the information as set

out above as a guide for indicating the reference correctly.

(Only if you are making use of ABSA's electronic banking services, please provide this reference in the section named "Account Number at NWU Diverse Reception ".)

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TERMS OF REGISTRATION The Creativity Centre retains the right to cancel any short course, short learning programme or workshop if an

insufficient number of registrations are received. In such instances, all students will be notified and fees will be

reimbursed. Cancellations will only be accepted until ten working days before a particular offering commences

and fees will be reimbursed. If a cancellation is made after ten working days before the course commences, fees

will not be reimbursed. Different requirements are set regarding the minimum and maximum number of enrolments for the different

offerings by the Creativity Centre. A set number of students must enrol before a short course, short learning

programme or workshop can be presented. If all the available places have been filled, no further registrations will

be accepted.

The online version of the registration procedure and the online registration form is available at

http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/creativity-centre/registration

CONTACT DETAILS

The NWU Creativity Centre would like to hear from you. Please direct your enquiries or feedback to:

Tel (018) 299 4094

Fax 018 299 4097

E-mail [email protected]