Course Title: Capture photographic images

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2020

Course Code: VART6392C

Course Title: Capture photographic images

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4373 - Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging

Course Contact: Program Administration

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4472

Course Contact Email: visualart@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teachers 

Tim Turner
tim.turner2@rmit.edu.au 

Eddie Javier
eddie.javier@rmit.edu.au

Guy Little
guy.little@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 50

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 develop skills and knowledge to capture images using a standard digital stills camera.

 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUAPHI302 Capture photographic images

Element:

1. Prepare to capture digital images

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Discuss photographic project with relevant people and select appropriate camera and accessories

1.2 Assess digital camera features to ensure that outcomes meet project requirements

1.3 Plan shots for project taking into account digital camera features, lighting, photographic design elements and photographic techniques

Element:

2. Preview and experiment with image capture

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Operate digital camera according to manufacturer specifications

2.2 Set digital camera preferences and use photographic techniques to achieve desired results

2.3 Adjust planned shots as required and experiment with different ways of achieving desired results

Element:

3. Review images

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for extended periods of time

3.2 Download digital images or scan developed film images using appropriate digital imaging software where appropriate

3.3 Rotate, cull, sort and rename images to meet requirements

3.4 Apply metadata and key words to images as required

3.5 Back up files of images and archive as required

3.6 Seek feedback from others on quality of original captures and note areas for improvement

Element:

4. Enhance images

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Use digital imaging software to manipulate original captures images

4.2 Evaluate enhanced images and confirm with relevant people that project requirements have been achieved

4.3 Seek feedback from others on quality of enhanced images and note areas for improvement

Element:

5. Finalise image capture process

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Catalogue, extracting and embedding metadata as required

5.2 Complete workflow documentation as required

5.3 Clean and store equipment and accessories according to workplace procedures

Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this course, you will be able to capture images using a standard digital stills camera.


Details of Learning Activities

In class activities may include:

  • lectures
  • group discussion
  • online research
  • independent project based work
  • teacher directed group activities/projects
  • class exercises to review discussions/lectures


Teaching Schedule

 

 

Please 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

Class content

Assessment

Week 1

 
  • About their lecturer and their peers in the class and their backgrounds
  • About the Subject Guide (course outline) and an overview of the Assessment Tasks
  • Contact details for their lecturer
  • Class protocol and ELS support
  • The basic workings of the camera
  • Setting up the camera - file format and resolution
  • Formatting SD/CF Card

 

Week 2

 
  • Recap last class: Formatting SD/CF card, the camera, setting up the camera, orientation and angle of view.
  • Brief Assessment 1 - Safe Work and Camera Care Quiz
  • Safe Work Practice with computers.
  • Camera Care
  • In-class time for Quiz
  • Camera Orientation and Angle of View.

 Assessment 1 - Safe Work and Camera Care Quiz

Week 3

 
  • Recap last class: Quiz, Camera Orientation and Focal Length
  • Brief Assessment 2 - Safe Work and Camera Care Observation Checklist
  • In-class time for observation checklist.
  • Focus - Demonstration and Practice.
  • RAW file workflow. Basic RAW file processing, applying metadata and keywords (using Lightroom and Bridge/Camera Raw)

Assessment 2 - Safe Work and Camera Care Observation Checklist

Week 4

 

• Recap last class: Focus and RAW file workflow.
• Brief assignment 3 - Digital Workflow.
• Demonstrate Lightroom Raw Workflow.
• Aperture and Depth of Field - Demonstrate and Practice

DUE: Assessment 1

Week 5
  • Recap last class: Lightroom, Aperture and Depth of Field.
  • Demonstrate Bridge/Camera Raw Workflow
  • Shutter Speed - Demonstrate and Practice

 

Week 6

• Recap last class: Shutter Speed, Bridge/Camera Raw
• RAW file workflow (continued)
• ISO - Demonstrate and Practice

DUE: Assignment 2

Week 7

 

• Recap last class: ISO
• RAW file workflow (continued)
• Brief Assessment 4 - Camera Skills
• Exposure and Metering - Demonstrate and Practice

DUE: Assignment 3

Week 8

 

• Exposure and Metering (Continued) - The Histogram
• Design Elements Keynote
• Work in Progress Review for Assessment 4
• Work on Assessment 4

DUE: Assessment 4 Work In Progress Review

 

 MID SEMESTER BREAK

 

Week 9

 
  • Recap last class: Design Elements and the Histogram
  • Lighting - Quantity, Quality and Direction
  • Work in Progress Review for Assessment 4
  • Work on Assessment 4

DUE: Assessment 4 Work In Progress Review

Week 10

• Recap last class: Lighting

•  White Balance

•  Resolution

• Work in Progress Review for Assessment 4

• Work on Assessment 4

DUE: Assessment 4 Work In Progress Review

Week 11

• Recap last class: White Balance
• Class Review of Assessment 4 and feedback forms.
• Brief Assessment 5 - Final Folio

DUE: Assignment 4

Week 12
  • • Class Review of Assessment 4 and feedback form (cont.)
    • Work on Assessment 5

DUE: Assessment 5 Work In Progress Review

Week 13
  • Work on Assessment 5
  • Work in Progress Review Assessment 5

DUE: Assessment 5 Work In Progress Review

Week 14
  • Work on Assessment 5
  • Work in Progress Review Assessment 5

DUE: Assessment 5 Work In Progress Review

Week 15
  • Work on Assessment 5

DUE: Assignment 05

Week 16
  • In-class Presentation of Assessment Task 5
  • Review + Follow-up


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None


References

You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing and updated information.


Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:

The learning Lab
www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab

The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub

English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops


Overview of Assessment

Assessment tasks in this course include a written test and practical assignments.


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 required 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

Assessment Task 1:Safe Work and Camera Care Quiz
Due date: Week 4

Assessment Task 2: Safe Work and Camera Care Observation Checklist
Due date: Week 6

Assessment Task 3:Digital Workflow
Due date: Week 7

Assessment Task 4:Show what you learnt
Due date: Week 11

Assessment Task 5:Final Folio
Due date: Week 15


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 matrices are available through Program Administration.

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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