Course Title: Produce innovative digital images
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: VART6393C
Course Title: Produce innovative digital 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.
Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.
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: 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 gain skills and knowledge needed to produce digital images for electronic media or print output.
You will be working independently on your projects with supervision and guidance as required.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADIG405 Produce innovative digital images |
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1. Experiment with digital imaging techniques and media |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Evaluate the potential for new approaches to digital imaging based on capabilities of known techniques 1.2 Adapt or introduce new tools, equipment and materials to achieve different effects 1.3 Experiment and extend the capabilities of digital imaging techniques 1.4 Use tools, equipment, materials and techniques safely and sustainably |
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2. Develop ideas for digital imaging |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Discuss creative and other goals for digital image works 2.2 Research, adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches of other practitioners with consideration of intellectual property rights 2.3 Consider the potential of different digital imaging techniques when developing initial concepts 2.4 Refine and confirm concept based on experimentation, research and collaboration with others |
Element: |
3. Organise digital imaging resources |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Assess specific resource requirements for development and presentation of works 3.2 Research and access potential sources of supply for digital imaging resources 3.3 Evaluate cost and other constraints that impact on the development and presentation of works 3.4 Set up or coordinate resources according to safety and other workplace requirements |
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4. Realise finished digital images |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Use safe and sustainable practices throughout the production of work 4.2 Create digital images using techniques and media selected through research and experimentation 4.3 Review and refine ideas and approaches to complete the works 4.4 Finalise images in a format suitable for presentation and archive files according to industry standards 4.5 Document and record the develop |
Element: |
5. Evaluate digital imaging work |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Reflect on own work in terms of conceptual development and technical execution to identify areas for improvement 5.2 Discuss completed work and use feedback to improve future works |
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 employ industry level digital techniques to process, enhance, mask and manipulate a broad range of digital photographic files.
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.
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Assignment 01: Briefing |
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Assignment 01A: Due (Preproduction documents) |
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Assignment 01B: Due |
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Introduction to Assignment 2 – Shoot your own production (examples) Viewing of Students work |
Assignment 02: Briefing |
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Easter Break |
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PUBLIC HOLIDAY - SELF STUDY
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Q&A - Preproduction documents Work in Progress Review (WIP) - Meeting
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Assignment 02A: Due (Preproduction documents) |
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Assignment 02B: Due |
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| Week 17 | End of semester - no class |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The library provides free study support services and resources to help you build your academic skills. This includes subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and other services. You can also access one-on-one consultations through the library. For further information:
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 and photography projects.
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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