1. BMET Induction

2. Welcome to Level 2 Interactive Media and Games Design Induction Wednesday 2nd September 2015 Daniel Ford

3. Contact Details Email: Daniel.ford@bmetc.ac.ukDaniel.ford@bmetc.ac.uk Attendance Hotline: 01384344392. All students must ring in and report sickness if they are absent from college.

4. Today you will: Familiarise yourselves with the campus and learning environment Get to know your peer group Get to know your tutor and other staff

5. Timetable for today: 10am-4pm induction Group activities to meet each other Course information Tutorial information Time for any issues

6. ACTIVITY ONE Ice-Breakers Game detectives Find a partner Go!

7. Now each think about what your favourite game is Draw quick sketches of the assets in this game without talking! GO! ACTIVITY Ice-Breakers

8. From your sketches can your partner tell the name of your favourite game? ACTIVITY Ice-Breakers

9. Course information Unit 1 Introduction to materials, processes and technical skills in art and design (8 x Level 2 credits - 40 GLH) Unit 2 Introduction to contextual research in art & design (4 x Level 2 credits - 20 GLH) Unit 3 Introduction to drawing skills (10 x Level 2 credits - 50 GLH) Unit 4 Introduction to communication skills in art and design (10 x Level 2 credits- 50 GLH) Unit 5 Solving 2D creative problems (10 x Level 2 credits - 50 GLH) Unit 6 Solving 3D creative problems (10 x Level 2 credits - 50 GLH) Unit 7 Solving time-based problems (10 x Level 2 credits - 50 GLH) You must achieve the Level 2 unit below: Unit 8 Developing and producing a personal project (Level 2) (30 x Level 2 credits - 150 GLH)

10. EXPECTATIONS What you can expect from us What to do if… Tutorial Information Learner Voice Campus Tour

11. If I am absent? WHAT You need to make every effort to have 100% attendance and punctuality. TODO... If you are unable to attend you must telephone the contact centre who will inform your tutor via promonitor 0845 155 0101 If you know of any pre- planned absences, please ensure you have spoken to your personal tutor.

12. If I am late and my lesson has started? We expect you to be on time - preferably 5 minutes early for every class. If you are late you must still go to the session, where the tutor will decide whether to admit you or set you some work If you are late on more than 2 occasions in a half-term, your tutor will record this as a cause for concern on your promonitor ILP Persistent lateness will result in a disciplinary hearing Holidays should be taken outside term-time

13. If I lose or forget my ID card? All staff, students and visitors must wear a visible ID card at all times whilst on College premises. If you forget or lose your ID card you must purchase a day pass at reception at a cost of £1 If you exceed 3 day passes you will be referred to the Duty Manager and may be required to purchase a new ID card at a cost of £3.

14. If I want more information? Go to your Student Tutorial Guide to find out about: Learner Charter College Calendar Learning Resource Centre UCAS SMART target setting

15. Dawn Killeen If I want to talk about Careers? BMet careers service is here to help you to: Plan your career pathway Choose the right course Change courses, if you need to Progress into work, training or HE Impartial advice and guidance is confidentially our professionally qualified careers advisers. provided by You can book an appointment at Customer Services. Your campus careers adviser is

16. If I have an accident or need first aid? If you have an accident on College premises please report this immediately to any member of staff, reception, Security or the Duty Manager who will arrange for first aid or emergency services as appropriate. The incident will be documented in our accident records.

17. If I need extra support? Our customer service team are here to assist you with a variety of services: wide Change of personal details (address, Timetable re-prints (self-serve) General enquiries Bus passes Meal vouchers Childcare support Financial support Counselling/mentoring/careers appointments mobilenumber)

18. Safeguarding Support Services for students Campus and Curriculum Area Health & Safety Overview of Policies and Procedures: -Attendance and Punctuality Policy -Student Anti-Bullying Policy -ICT Acceptable Use Policy -Equality & Diversity Policy -Student Disciplinary Procedure -Student Grievance Policy and Complaints Procedure

19. Attend all lessons and Tutorials Arrive on time Wear your ID card at all times whilst on campus Turn off mobile phones/iPads etc during lessons Come to College prepared to work (bring pens, books and other equipment) Meet deadlines for handing in work Use the internet appropriately Eat and drink in designated places in College Complete the tasks and assignments you are given Do your best to achieve and succeed Ask for help Treat colleagues and staff with mutual respect and care Tell us when we get things right or get things wrong Be proud of being a student at Birmingham Metropolitan College Your student contract

20. Activity Two Construction teams Working effectively as a team is integral to working in the media & games industry Each team member has a different role which compliment the team as a whole

21. Activity Two You will need to assign 5 team members 1.At first everyone will need to make paper straws 2.Choose the best 2 paper straw makers 3.2 construction workers 4.A manager that can guide construction and look out for the safety and direction of the project whilst still being on-hand to make straws and build if necessary

22. Activity Two Start in your designated space and build your paper construction to meet at a middle point 1.You may use whatever stable uprights are available (without damaging art works!) 2.Fill as much space as possible 3.Your structure will be judged on strength (quality) as well as imagination and beauty)

23. Getting to know you Page 21 in your induction pack STAR Reports STAR Student Target- setting Achievement and Review Star reports are used to monitor attendance and progress. It is supported by a college system called ProMonitor, During the course of the year there will be four STAR one to one interviews with your personal tutor. This begins with your Induction STAR today. Activity Three

24. Activity Four VARK Learning style questionnaire Page 16 in your induction pack How do you prefer learning? Complete the questionnaire to see which style of learning suits you best. Please circle more than one answer if a single answer does not match your perception. Leave blank any questions that does not apply.

25. Activity Five Rate your study method Learning style questionnaire Page 26 in your induction pack How would you rate your study method? Answer the questions on page 26 to find out what type of learner you are.

26. Preparing for Start of Term Learner Charter (p29) I.T. Log In (p30) ID Cards (p31) Equipment Timetables

27. Tutorial Undertaking 1:1 tutorials Electing a student group representatives for involvement in learner voice groups (your mouthpiece to let management know your feelings) Student Expectations Student Services

28. Activity: Digital Flip Book Animation

29. Activity: Wordpress Site

30. What to do Get into groups of three https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSsfQEd4mdg Watch the large screen for a demonstration of what to do next

31. In your groups nominate 1 person to draw, 1 person to photograph, 1 person to edit. Come up with an idea. Draw your idea on each page of flip book. Photograph. Edit. What to do

32. Activity: Sound Design

33. Any questions?

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