Course Title: Implement copyright arrangements
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: COMM7346C
Course Title: Implement copyright arrangements
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6160 - Advanced Diploma of Professional Screenwriting
Course Contact: Program Administration
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email: mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: John Reeves
Phone: 9925 4895
Email: john.reeves@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 20
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
There are no pre or co requisites for this unit.
Course Description
This unit addresses the implementation of copyright arrangements, including sourcing copyright information, gaining clearance to use other people’s material and protecting material from unauthorised use.
At RMIT, the unit CUACMP301 Implement Copyright Arrangements is delivered together with CUAIND502 Maintain and Apply Creative Arts Industry Knowledge. However it is assessed separately.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUACMP301 Implement copyright arrangements |
Element: |
1. Source information on copyright |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify sources of information on copyright, to determine what is and what is not protected by copyright 1.2 Identify and determine the role of copyright collection societies 1.3 Identify and discuss copyright laws and regulations with relevant personnel |
Element: |
2. Obtain permission to use copyright material |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify copyright owner's exclusive rights to creative works 2.2 Determine need for copyright clearance and identify potential for fair use of copyright material 2.3 Discuss and confirm copyright clearance issues with relevant personnel 2.4 Determine if moral rights or performer's rights need to be credited 2.5 Obtain and accurately record copyright clearance permissions |
Element: |
3. Protect material from unauthorised use |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Confirm original work as being the result of individual or collaborative effort 3.2 Discuss and formally record copyright ownership or proportional ownership with relevant personnel 3.3 Identify and confirm individual or collaborative copyright responsibilities 3.4 Identify potential infringements to copyright claims 3.5 Apply copyright notices on creative works in a correct manner 3.6 Prepare, date and store documentation to track copyright notices |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to apply relevant information, regulations and laws to working in the creative industries, with a particular emphasis on writing for the screen. You will also be able to apply your knowledge of copyright to protect your own creative work.
Details of Learning Activities
You learn through:
1. In-class activities:
• lectures
• industry speakers
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
2. Out-of-class activities:
• online and other research
• independent study
Teaching Schedule
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Date |
Class Content |
Assessment |
Elements |
Week 1 |
Feb 9 |
Overview of course content and discussion of assessment. Identifying opportunities within the Screenwriting industry. |
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CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 2 |
Feb 16 |
Organising forum groups. Identifying key questions. |
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CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 3 |
Feb 23 |
Assessment Task #1: Team presentations Guest Speaker: Copyright for Screenwriters |
Assessment Task #1 |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 4 |
Mar 2 |
Assessment Task #1: Team presentations (cont’d) Guest Speaker: a professional screenwriter and creative producer in the field of children’s media The Screenwriter in today’s industry Building your profile as a screenwriter Forum planning |
Assessment Task #1 (cont’d) |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 5 |
Mar 9 |
Forum #1: Forum #2: |
Assessment Task #2 |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 6 |
Mar 16 |
Forum #3: Forum #4: |
Assessment Task #2 (cont’d) |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 7 |
Mar 23 |
Forum #5:
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Assessment Task #2 (cont’d) |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 8 |
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No class on Good Friday, March 30 |
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Mid-semester break: Friday March 30 to Friday April 6 inclusive |
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Week 9 |
Apr 13 |
Guest Speaker: More on copyright and legal issues for screenwriters Copyright and Legal Issues: case study response |
Assessment Task #3 |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 10 |
Apr 20 |
Forum #7:
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Assessment Task #2 (cont’d) |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 11 |
Apr 27 |
Forum #9: |
Assessment Task #2 (cont’d) |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 12 |
May 4 |
Round table speed mentoring |
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CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 13 |
May 11 |
Individual reports evaluating effectiveness and key questions across a range of forums: group debrief |
Assessment Task #4 |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 14 |
May 18 |
Copyright and legal Issues: Assessment Task #5 Final Review |
Assessment Task #5 |
CUAIND502 CUACMP301 |
Week 15 |
May 25 |
No class meeting: assessment |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You require access to a computer and to the internet for this course. RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library 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, tests and through the application of learned skills and insights to your writing tasks.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive written feedback on all assessment (refer to Canvas for assessment criteria).
Assessment Task #1: Team presentation (CUAIND502: Elements: 1, 2, 3): Weeks 3 & 4 (23 February and 2 March)
Assessment Task #2: Group facilitation & presentation of Industry Forum (CUAIND502: Elements: 1, 2, 3): (As scheduled throughout the semester)
Assessment Task #3: Copyright and legal issues: case study response (CUACMP301: Elements: 1, 2, 3): Week 9 (13 April)
Assessment Task #4: Individual report evaluating effectiveness and key questions across a range of forums: group debrief (CUAIND502: Elements: 1, 2, 3): Week 13 (11 May)
Assessment Task #5: Copyright and legal issues: open-book assessment task (CUACMP301: Elements: 1, 2, 3): Week 14 (18 May)
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment (not graded).
CAG 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 are available through the course contact in 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. 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.
Assessment Feedback
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the 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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