Course Title: Undertake project work
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: BUSM6529C
Course Title: Undertake project work
Important Information:
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5412 - Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation)
Course Contact: Jesse Roberts
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4107
Course Contact Email: jesse.roberts2@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Aish Ramji
Email: aish.ramji@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 develop the skills and knowledge required to undertake a minor project or a section of a larger project. It covers developing a project plan, administering and monitoring the project, finalising the project and reviewing the project to identify lessons learned for application to future projects.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPMG430 Undertake project work |
Element: |
1. Establish project parameters |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify project scope 1.2 Define project stakeholders 1.3 Seek clarification from delegating authority of issues related to project and project parameters 1.4 Identify responsibilities of relevant stakeholders and reporting requirements 1.5 Clarify relationship of project to other projects and to the objectives of the organisation 1.6 Identify availability and access of resources for undertaking the project |
Element: |
2. Develop project plan |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify risks and develop a risk management plan for project, including Work Health and Safety (WHS) 2.2 Develop project budget and timeframe and seek approval from relevant stakeholders 2.3 Consult team members and apply their views in planning the project 2.4 Identify and access appropriate project management tools 2.5 Develop project plan according to project parameters and deliverab les 2.6 Finalise project plan and gain necessary approvals to commence project according to documented plan |
Element: |
3. Administer and monitor project |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Communicate to project team members their responsibilities and project requirements 3.2 Establish and maintain required recordkeeping systems throughout the project 3.3 Implement and monitor plans for managing the project 3.4 Undertake risk management as required |
Element: |
4. Finalise and review project |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Complete financial recordkeeping associated with project and confirm according to agreed budget 4.2 Complete project documentation and obtain sign-offs for concluding project 4.3 Review project outcomes and processes against the project scope and plan 4.4 Document feedback and suggested improvements |
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
In this program, structured learning occurs in the classroom and through completion of assessment. However, as an independent learner you will also be engaged in unstructured activities such as private study and practice of technical skills required in using cameras, lighting and sound equipment and editing tools . You are also expected to familiarise yourself with different aspects of the screen and media industry. This includes spending time engaged in attending films and film festivals, watching streamed content, attending industry events and exhibitions and building relationships with industry bodies such as the Screen Producers Association and the Australian Society of Cinematographers.
In-class learning activities include, but are not limited to:
- demonstration and practical application
- peer teaching and class presentations
- group discussions
- screenings
- online research
- independent project based work
- teacher directed group activities/projects
- industry speakers
Out-of class activities include, but are not limited to:
- reading set texts
- online research
- production work
- independent study and project based work
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 Due |
Week 1 |
Overview and summary of the course, assessments and its stated learning objectives and outcomes. Pre Production objective setting – defining the scope of each individual scheduled documentary. Defining audience, stakeholders, scheduling meetings and researching resources for production. Reading: Handouts from teacher. Activity: Exploring course schedules including classroom discussion and group work. |
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Week 2 |
Production management essentials – discussion and group work during class time to explore pre-production, principal photography, post-production and the deliverables cycle. Story outline, story planning, interview questions and storyboarding. Reading: Handouts from teacher. Please also refer to Screen Production Guide. Activity: Peer group learning exercise; including minutes taking. |
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Week 3 |
Production management essentials – discussion and group work during class time to explore pre-production, principal photography, post-production and the deliverables cycle. Shooting schedule and call sheet administration; including budgeting and safety hazard assessments. Film permits; including location recce and agreements. Reading: Handouts from teacher. Please also refer to Production Guide. Activity: Group meeting (in-class) along with minutes taking.
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Week 4 |
Pre-production, principal photography and deliverables cycle. Students will: 2. Brief and seek feedback from production unit members; 3. Engage in post-production preparation; 4. Seek feedback from teachers and other collaborators. Reading: Handouts from teacher. Please also refer to Production Guide. Activity: Developing plans and peer review (pre- production meetings with your group in class). Minutes taking. |
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Week 5 |
Pre-production, principal photography and deliverables cycle. Students will:
4. Seek feedback from teachers and other collaborators. Reading: Handouts from teacher. Please also refer to Production Guide. Activity: Developing plans (pre- production meetings with your group in class). Minutes taking. |
Assessment 1 pre production documentation (Documentary Production) is due 1 week before the scheduled day of filming for each student. Refer to individual production schedules – more information to be provided in class. |
Week 6 |
Group Meetings (including minutes) during class time for Assessment Task 1. |
Assessment 1 pre production documentation (Documentary Production) is due 1 week before the scheduled day of filming for each student. Refer to individual production schedules – more information to be provided in class.
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Week 7 |
Group Meetings (including minutes) during class time for Assessment Task 1. |
Assessment 1 preproduction documentation (Documentary Production) is due 1 week before the scheduled day of filming for each student. Refer to individual production schedules – more information to be provided in class. |
Week 8 |
Group Meetings (including minutes) during class time for Assessment Task 1. |
Assessment 1 pre production documentation (Documentary Production) is due 1 week before the scheduled day of filming for each student. Refer to individual production schedules – more information to be provided in class. |
Week 9 |
Assessment Task 1 (Documentary Project) Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please consult and read the Undertake Project Work Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables. Also refer to assessment handouts and Canvas for further information. |
Assessment Task 1 (Documentary Project) Filming Week |
Week 10 |
Assessment Task 1 (Documentary Project) Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please consult and read the Undertake Project Work Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables. Also refer to assessment handouts and Canvas for further information. |
Assessment Task 1 (Documentary Project) Filming Week |
Week 11 |
Assessment Task 1 (Documentary Project) Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please consult and read the Undertake Project Work Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables. Also refer to assessment handouts and Canvas for further information. |
Assessment Task 1 (Documentary Project) Filming Week |
Week 12 |
Assessment Task 1 review and reflection (in-class discussion). Assessment Task 2 preparation and planning (in-class discussion and exercise)
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Assessment Task 2 is due 4 (four) weeks after the completion of your scheduled filming date for your documentary. Please refer to your individual submission schedule provided by your teacher.
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Week 13 |
Assessment Task 2: Documentary Production Report & Project Deliverable. Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please consult and read the Undertake Project Work Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables. Also refer to assessment handouts and Canvas for further information. |
Assessment Task 2 is due 4 (four) weeks after the completion of your scheduled filming date for your documentary. Please refer to your individual submission schedule provided by your teacher. |
Week 14 |
Assessment Task 2: Documentary Production Report & Project Deliverable. Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please consult and read the Undertake Project Work Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables. Also refer to assessment handouts and Canvas for further information. |
Assessment Task 2 is due 4 (four) weeks after the completion of your scheduled filming date for your documentary. Please refer to your individual submission schedule provided by your teacher. |
Week 15 |
Assessment Task 2: Documentary Production Report & Project Deliverable. Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please consult and read the Undertake Project Work Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables. Also refer to assessment handouts and Canvas for further information. |
Assessment Task 2 - Finalise all assessment submissions |
Week 16 |
Semester Review |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Other resources for this course are available on Canvas
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 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.
For each assessment task you will receive a detailed brief specifying requirements
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assessments.
Assessment Task 1 - This assessment requires you to participate in a group to plan, prepare, complete and review a short documentary project. To produce the short documentary, five steps need to covered; 1 - Define documentary project scope; 2 - Plan documentary project; 3 - Administer documentary project; 4 - Finalise documentary project; 5 - Review project. Due Date: Rolling assessment, please see assessment schedule, weeks 8 to 11
Assessment Task 2 - This assessment requires you to write a reflective and analytical report on your short documentary production project. Due Date: Rolling assessment, please see assessment schedule, weeks 12 to 15.
Assessment tasks 1 and 2 are to be finalised by no later than end of Semester 1 Week 16.
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 for this course demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the 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.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC 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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