Course Title: Extend expertise in a specialised art form to professional level
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: VART6498C
Course Title: Extend expertise in a specialised art form to professional level
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6173 - Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation and Design)
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: Arthur Michalopoulos
arthur.michalopoulos@rmit.edu.au
9925 4815
Teacher: Luhsun Tan
luhsun.tan@rmit.edu.au
9925 4815
Program Coordinator: Nat Bates
nat.bates@rmit.edu.au
9925 3326
Nominal Hours: 120
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
This course describes skills and knowledge required to extend own expertise in a specialised art form to develop a cohesive body of professional work for the public domain. This involves self-directed research and the independent, highly developed use of specialised materials, processes and techniques.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPPR616 Extend expertise in a specialised art form to professional level |
Element: |
1. Maintain specialised knowledge of professional practice |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Initiate own exposure to contemporary practice in chosen art form 1.2 Proactively identify and explore new and emerging technologies, materials and methodologies required for own art form 1.3 Evaluate impacts of current and emerging trends on creation of ideas, production of work, and management of professional creative practice |
Element: |
2. Evolve ideas in specialised art form |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Research historical and contemporary themes and concepts in chosen art form 2.2 Analyse motivations, philosophies and cultural origins of different works in chosen art form 2.3 Identify new sources of ideas and research opportunities 2.4 Identify potential for individualised or specialised research based on current practice 2.5 Evolve own ideas, and develop innovative approaches and strategy for realisation of ideas 2.6 Determine copyright and intellectual property requirements 2.7 Hone and adapt concepts for work based on emerging ideas and research |
Element: |
3. Manage specialised resources |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Evaluate requirements for set-up, handling and storage of specialised materials, tools and equipment 3.2 Create resource management systems that supports professional practice |
Element: |
4. Refine specialised technique to professional level |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Create finished work of professional standard that meets requirements for public domain using command of technique, materials and processes 4.2 Extend techniques and expression of ideas in work 4.3 Challenge, adapt and refine evolving creative work |
Element: |
5. Resolve technical and conceptual challenges |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Troubleshoot technical challenges that arise when creating work based on detailed understanding of specialised materials and processes 5.2 Develop innovative solutions that allow for experimental approaches 5.3 Apply solutions that enhance conceptual integrity of work |
Element: |
6. Finish and prepare work for public presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Finish work to professional standard using specialised techniques for chosen art form 6.2 Develop and apply required approaches to safety and sustainability in final preparation of work |
Element: |
7. Evaluate professional work |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Seek and apply constructive feedback from others 7.2 Evaluate work against planned strategy for own creative practice 7.3 Evaluate own work in context of work by others 7.4 Adjust work processes and practice to improve technical, conceptual and commercial outcomes |
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 class learning activities may include, but are not limited to:
• lectures and/or lab work
• teacher directed group activities and projects
• concept development of group and individual projects
• group discussions and class presentations
• peer and teacher feedback
• WIP (work in progress) reviews
• 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 Google Drive 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 availability of speakers and resources.
| Week 1 | Assessment Introduction |
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| Week 2 | Research new and emerging technologies, materials and methodologies and their impacts on your chosen art forms |
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| Week 3 | Develop resource management systems |
PART A: Research DUE |
| Week 4 | Develop ways to hone, adapt and strategies for realization |
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| Week 5 | WIP#1 Meetings |
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| Week 6 | Studio Day: Finalize initial sketches/prototypes |
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| Week 7 | Potential copyright and intellectual property requirements |
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| Week 8 | Develop safety and sustainability methods |
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| Week 9 | Blend Modes, Textures and Shaders |
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| Week 10 | WIP#2 Meetings |
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| Week 11 | Studio Day: Refine compositions/animations/interactions |
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| Week 12 | Post-Processing techniques |
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| Week 13 | WIP#3 Meetings |
PART B: Apply DUE |
| Week 14 | Export/Build Settings |
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| Week 15 | Finalize works and present. Consider improvements |
PART C: Finalise DUE |
| Week 16 | Review Assessment submissions | |
| Week 17 | Revise and review |
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/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.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1 - AT1 Research, Apply and Finalise
In this assessment you will conduct research to analyse and evaluate abstract and complex ideas independently to improve your chosen art forms to a professional level. You will then develop strategies to apply to your creative practice to challenge, adapt and refine evolving creative works. Due Date: week 15
Graded 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.
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises. You are strongly advised to 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.
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.
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