Course Title: Capture photographic images

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: VART6529C

Course Title: Capture photographic 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: C4415 - Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging

Course Contact: Nat Morawski

Course Contact Phone: +61399255583

Course Contact Email: nat.morawski@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Tim Turner 

tim.turner2@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 60

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 learn the skills and knowledge required to capture photographic images using different techniques and camera technologies.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUAPHI312 Capture photographic images

Element:

1. Prepare to capture images

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Discuss photographic project with required personnel and select appropriate camera and accessories

1.2 Assess camera features and plan shots according to project requirements

Element:

2. Preview and experiment with image capture

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Operate camera according to manufacturer specifications and flash units as required

2.2 Set camera preferences and capture required images using photographic techniques

2.3 Adjust planned shots and experiment with different methods of achieving required results according to project requirements

Element:

3. Review images

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Implement safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards

3.2 Download digital images or scan developed film images using digital imaging software that meets project requirements

3.3 Rotate, cull, sort and rename images according to project requirements

3.4 Apply metadata and key words to images according to project requirements

3.5 Back up files of images and archive as required

3.6 Improve own skills on quality of original capture using feedback from others

Element:

4. Enhance images

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Manipulate original captures according to project requirements using digital imaging software

4.2 Evaluate enhanced images and confirm with required personnel that project requirements have been achieved

4.3 Improve own skills on quality of enhanced images using feedback from others

Element:

5. Finalise image capture process

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Catalogue, extract and embed 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 have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning Activities may include but are not limited to:

 

  • practical demonstrations in studio  
  • seminars/workshops  
  • design activities or projects  
  • group projects  
  • peer learning  
  • 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 the availability of speakers and resources

 

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.WeekDateTopicAssessment / Learning activities
Week 1  

Delivery: On-campus

Class Activity:

  • Learn about the lecturer and peers in the class and their backgrounds.
  • Learn about the course and an overview of the Assessment Tasks.
  • Class protocol and ELS support.
  • The camera.
  • Brief assessment A01.
  • In class time for assessment A01.

Brief assessment A01 - Program Shell WHS Modules

Begin online WH&S Module - A01.
Week 2  

Delivery: On-campus

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Formatting your SD card.
  • Computer workstation WHS.
  • Begin assessment A02 observation.
  • In class time for assessment A01.
  • Camera Skill - Focal length.

Brief assessment A02 - Safe Work and Camera Care Observation.

Begin observation assessment A02.
Week 3  

Delivery:  On-campus

  • Recap last class

Class Activity:

  • Continue assessment A02, Safe Work and Camera Care Observation.
  • Camera Skill - Focus and Focus Point Placement.

Continue observation assessment A02.
Week 4  

Delivery:  On-campus

  • Recap last class.
    Class Activity:
  • Setting up the camera - file format and resolution.
  • Camera Skill - Aperture and Depth of Field

Due Start of Class: Assessment A01, Program Shell WHS Modules

Continue observation assessment A02.
Week 5  

Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Brief assignment A03 - Digital Workflow (Library Module).
  • Backing up and formatting external hard drives.
  • Demonstrate Basic RAW file processing workflow using Adobe Lightroom - Library Module applying star rating, metadata and keywords.

 

Continue observation assessment A02.

Brief assessment A03 - Digital Workflow.
Week 6  

Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Demonstrate Basic RAW file processing workflow using Adobe Lightroom - Develop Module exporting files.
  • In-class time for A03, Digital Workflow
  • Camera Skill - Shutter Speed.

 

Due End of Class: Assessment A02 - Safe Work and Camera Care Observation
Week 7  

Delivery: On-campus

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  •  Brief Assessment A04 - Camera Skills.
  • Class time for A03, Digital Workflow.
  • Camera Skill - ISO
 Brief assessment A04 - Camera Skills.
Week 8  

Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  •  Class time for A03, Digital Workflow.
  • Class time for work in progress review for assessment A04, Camera Skills.
  • Begin Exposure - Metering.

 

Due End of Class: Assessment A03 - Digital Workflow

Work in progress review for assessment A04
Week 9  

Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Exposure (continued) - Metering Modes, Exposure Control Values, Stops and The Histogram.
  • Work in progress review for assessment A04.
 Work in progress review for assessment A04
   

MID SEMESTER BREAK

APRIL 10-14

NO CLASSES

  
Week 10  

Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Work in progress review for assessment A04 (cont.)
  • Metadata and Resolution.
  • Class time for assessment A04 questions.
 Work in progress review for assessment A04
Week 11  

Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Work in progress review for assessment A04 (cont.)
  • Lighting - Colour, quantity, quality and direction.
  • In-class time for Assessment A04 – Camera Skills
 Due End of Class: Assessment A04 - Work in Progress REVIEWS
Week 12  

Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Design Elements in Photography.
  • Presentation to class for A04.
  • Completion of feedback forms.

 

Due Start of Class: Assessment A04 – Camera Skills

Briefing for A05, Final Folio
Week 13  

 Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Design Elements in Photography (cont.).
  • Presentation to class for A04.
  • Completion of feedback forms.

Presentation to Class for A04

Work in progress review for assessment A05
Week 14  

 Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Design Elements in Photography (cont.).
  • Presentation to class for A04.
  • Completion of feedback forms.

Work in progress review for assessment A05

Presentation to Class for A04
Week 15  

Delivery: On-campus.

  • Recap last class.

Class Activity:

  • Design Elements in Photography (cont.).
  • Presentation to class for A04.
  • Completion of feedback forms.
  • Class time for assessment A05.
 Due End of Class: Assessment A05 - Work in Progress REVIEWS
Week 16  

Delivery: On-campus.

Class Activity: 

  • In-class presentation of Assessment A05 – Final Folio
  • Review and Follow Up
 Due Start of Class: Assessment A05 – Final Folio 


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 for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.


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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