Course Title: Perform basic vision and sound editing
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2023
Course Code: COMM7377C
Course Title: Perform basic vision and sound editing
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4422 - Certificate IV in Screen and Media
Course Contact: Suzanne Thomson
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8428
Course Contact Email: suzanne.thomson@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 60
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None.
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to perform basic editing functions for media productions. This involves preparing source materials to be edited and completing basic edits according to production requirements.
The course applies to those who are responsible for digitising, cutting and logging pre-recorded image and audio content under the direction of an experienced editor. Within clearly defined parameters, individuals also edit content using the basic functions of editing software.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPOS211 Perform basic vision and sound editing |
Element: |
1. Clarify requirements and prepare source materials for edit |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Clarify project requirements for digital editing in consultation with required personnel 1.2 Obtain and label source materials 1.3 Organise transfer of source materials to medium that meets project requirements as required 1.4 Check media storage meets project requirements 1.5 Assess source materials for technical and creative quality, and arrange for remedial action where problems are identified 1.6 Ingest content in specified formats, checking selected format is compatible with available software and hardware 1.7 Align, synchronise and organise uncut images and sound 1.8 Finalise list of required shots and logging method in consultation with required personnel |
Element: |
2. Prepare for editing |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Check editing facilities are safe, operational and arrange for resolution of faults and problems as required according to organisational procedures 2.2 Load source materials onto editing facility and confirm image and sound are ready for use and synchronised or aligned according to production requirements 2.3 Identify and catalogue required shots and sequences from source materials according to production requirements 2.4 Log selected edits with reference to time codes and shot descriptions according to organisational procedures 2.5 Organise and save selected materials according to production requirements 2.6 Finalise logging and submit to required personnel by agreed deadline as required |
Element: |
3. Perform basic edits |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Assemble sequences according to production requirements using editing software 3.2 Review edited sequences and evaluate quality and content, identifying problems 3.3 Manipulate editing software and solve identified problems seeking expert advice as required 3.4 Submit sequences to required personnel and obtain feedback by agreed deadlines 3.5 Amend sequences as required and save in format that meets production requirements 3.6 Confirm source materials and back-up copies are stored securely and labelled according to production requirements 3.7 Complete required documentation according to organisational procedures, noting variations and issues from original instructions 3.8 Leave workstation in original or improved condition |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to edit basic sequences for the screen industries includling television & film:
• collect & organise source media
• correctly identify and log single images, audio grabs and basic sequences
• select & trim shots & audio
• construct a sequence to a brief
• show attention to detail
• work to deadlines
Details of Learning Activities
This course consists of 1 Unit of Competency.
In class learning activities may include, but are not limited to:
• lectures and/or lab work
• studio practical workshops
• teacher directed group activities and projects
• group discussions and class presentations
• peer and teacher feedback
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
Out of class activities may include, but are not limited to:
• maintaining secure daily backups of all assessment and project data to your RMIT OneDrive account
• accessing online tutorial resources
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
• class excursions to events and locations outside of RMIT
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 the availability of speakers and resources.
Week Topic Assessment / Learning activities
| Week 1 |
Introduction to subject Overview of the subject and assessment What is vision and sound editing Software and Tools How to read a brief Introduction to Adobe Premiere Pro Introduction to AT1 Video edit |
Learning Activity: Adobe Premiere Pro basics |
| Week 2 |
Briefing Shot list |
Assessment Activity: Project briefing |
| Week 3 |
Equipment and software check Load materials and assess quality Identifying, cataloguing and logging edits |
Assessment Activity: Assessing workstation and materials |
| Week 4 |
Sequence assembly Manipulating materials |
Assessment Activity: Assemble sequence |
| Week 5 |
Solving problems Seeking feedback Storage |
Assessment Activity: Work in progress review |
| Week 6 |
Workstation check Introduction to AT2 Video edit |
AT1 Due |
| Week 7 |
Briefing Shot list |
Assessment Activity: Project briefing |
| Week 8 |
Equipment and software check Load materials and assess quality Identifying, cataloguing and logging edits |
Assessment Activity: Assessing workstation and materials |
| Week 9 |
Sequence assembly Manipulating materials |
Assessment Activity: Assemble sequence |
| Week 10 |
Solving problems Seeking feedback Storage |
Assessment Activity: Work in progress review |
| Week 11 |
Workstation check Introduction to AT3 Video edit |
AT2 Due |
| Week 12 |
Briefing Shot list |
Assessment Activity: Project briefing |
| Week 13 |
Equipment and software check Load materials and assess the quality |
Assessment Activity: Assessing workstation and materials |
| Week 14 |
Sequence assembly Manipulating materials |
Assessment Activity: Assemble sequence |
| Week 15 |
Solving problems Seeking feedback Storage |
Assessment Activity: Work in progress review |
| Week 16 |
Workstation check Leaving the workstation in same or improved state |
AT3 Due |
| Week 17 | Catch Up Week |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
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 presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. 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 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
Assessment 01: Edit 1
You will create a video edit using the footage and client brief. You prepare source materials for editing and perform basic edits.
Due Week 6
Assessment 02: Edit 2
You will create a video edit using the footage and client brief. You prepare source materials for editing and perform basic edits.
Due Week 11
Assessment 03: Edit 3
You will create a video edit using the footage and client brief. You prepare source materials for editing and perform basic edits.
Due Week 15
Assessment in this course uses the following grades:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix for this course demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters.
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