Course Title: Enhance, manipulate and output photo images
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: VART6390C
Course Title: Enhance, manipulate and output photo images
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
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Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4373 - Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging
Course Contact: Nat Morawski
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5583
Course Contact Email: nat.morawski@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 80
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will cover digital image processing, manipulation and print output. Tutorials and class exercises focus on practical industry skill sets including photo restoration, portrait retouching and file manipulation. The manipulation and output processes employed are used to enhance and resolve various image concepts. Students will work both independently and under supervision.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPHI403 Enhance, manipulate and output photo images |
Element: |
1. Plan image output |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Clarify and confirm concept for final images in consultation with relevant personnel 1.2 Identify and select work prints or files and check that they are consistent with concept or brief 1.3 Assess qualities and characteristics of work prints or files suitable for enhancement and manipulation 1.4 Confirm output strategies, and materials and equipment needed to produce required image |
Element: |
2. Prepare for analog or digital work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Select darkroom or digital work environment to meet project requirements 2.2 Maintain clean and safe work environment during production of work 2.3 Set up relevant equipment safely and prepare materials for work |
Element: |
3. Enhance and manipulate images |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Select techniques for image enhancement and manipulation consistent with concept, testing processes and purpose of work to produce optimal quality images 3.2 Identify screen-based issues for consideration where appropriate 3.3 Apply selected techniques to images |
Element: |
4. Output images |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Select appropriate materials and equipment for output option 4.2 Produce output image by digital or analog means, and confirm that image meets project requirements with relevant personnel 4.3 Confirm that privacy, intellectual property and other relevant legal requirements are met |
Element: |
5. Complete post-shoot activities |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Restore work area to original condition, disposing of waste safely 5.2 Clean and care for equipment according to manufacturer instructions 5.3 Store equipment according to workplace procedures |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
You will be able to:
- produce a body of images that demonstrates command of enhancement and manipulation techniques
- apply knowledge of processes and options for the enhancement of photo images.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning Activities may include but are not limited to:
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations in studio
- Blog/Wiki or other online discussion and participation
- analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- seminars/workshops
- design activities or projects
- group projects
- peer learning
- guest lecture/presentation
- class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project-based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
- visits to galleries and events
- practical placement
- simulated workplace activities.
Teaching Schedule
Please refer to Canvas.
Note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
| Week 1 |
Course Overview, Introduce staff. Canvas and Adobe CC and how to get access. The basics of pixels. How digital capture works (PowerPoint presentation). Safe Work Practise with computers (video and PowerPoint). Brief Assessment 1 - Safe Work and Monitor Setup Quiz. In-class time for Quiz Brief Assessment 2 - Set Up Your Workspace. In-class time for Observational checklist. |
Briefing Bring external hard drive - Minimum 1TB |
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| Week 2 |
Recap last class: Quiz and Workspace Set Up Introduction to Lightroom Workspace and LinkedIn Learning Resources. Preferences, Catalogue settings, Importing, Library & Develop modules. |
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| Week 3 |
Recap on Lightroom: Library and Develop modules and exporting Brief Assessment 3 - Proof Images from a RAW file Demonstrate process for assessment 3 in class. In-class time for assessment 3 |
Briefing Assessment 3 - Proof Images from a RAW file |
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| Week 4 |
Lightroom and Assessment 3 RAW file continued. Review and troubleshooting issues with catalogue set up and files. Discuss editing options. In-class time for assessment 3 |
Due Assessment 1 - Safe Work and Monitor Setup Quiz. Assessment 2 - Set Up Your Workspace |
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| Week 5 |
Review and troubleshooting issues with catalogue set up and files. Discuss exporting options and finalise assessment work. Introduction to Photoshop Workspace and LinkedIn Learning Resources.
Photoshop Activity: Flag Flag. In-class time for assessment 3 |
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| Week 6 |
Recap last class: Photoshop Workspace
Brief assessment task 4 - Restore Old Photo In-class time for assessment task 4 - Restore Old Photo |
Due Briefing (NB: Group 1B Monday 14th March Class is on a Public Holiday the location of an alternative class time, room and date is to be advised) |
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| Week 7 |
Recap on Photoshop Workspace and techniques. Tools and adjustments to effectively restore damaged files. Copyright issues with old photos. In-class time for assessment task 4 - Restore Old Photo |
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| Week 8 |
Brief assessment task 5: Portrait and Special Effects Demonstrate available light portrait techniques Demonstrate portrait re-touching techniques Portrait retouch: How to make edits with a natural effect without obvious treatment. |
Briefing Assessment 5 - Portrait and Special Effect |
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| Week 9 |
Recap last class: Demonstrate and further develop portrait re-touching techniques. In-class time for assessment 5 |
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| Week 10 |
Demonstrate “Special Effects” portrait retouching techniques In-class time for “Special Effects” How to add a more dramatic and stylised approach to a portrait One on One review opportunities for special effect development plan - Part A |
Due Brief Assignment 5 PART A– Portrait and Special Effect (NB: Group 1A Friday 15th April - Class is on a Public Holiday the location of an alternative class time, room and date is to be advised) |
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Mid Semester Break |
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| Week 11 |
Recap last class: Refinement for “Special Effects” portrait retouching techniques In-class time for assessment of A05 - PART A *A05 is in two parts and Part A must be graded as Satisfactory before you can start work on Part B |
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| Week 12 |
In-class time for assessment of A05 - PART B - Image development. One on One review opportunities for refinement and image development |
Due Assignment 5 PART A– Portrait and Special Effect |
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| Week 13 |
In-class time for work in Progress Review Assessment 5 - Part B Image refinement and feedback opportunity . Resolution for printing. FTP delivery to print labs. Preparation for output file to print - outsource printers - test strip printing. One on one review of assessment 5. |
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| Week 14 |
Work in Progress Review Assessment 5 - Part B Recap on output printing - getting your specs right. One on one review for output specifications. |
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| Week 15 |
Work in progress review Assessment 5 Review, feedback and resubmissions for all assessment if required |
Due |
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| Week 16 |
Final review, feedback and resubmissions if required. Print presentation - class review. |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
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https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a series of practical tasks including the application of new photographic techniques.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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