Course Title: Apply photo imaging lighting techniques
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2015
Course Code: VART6271C
Course Title: Apply photo imaging lighting techniques
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4312 - Certificate IV in Photo Imaging
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
Guy Little
9925 4623
guy.little@rmit.edu.au
Andrew Gash
9925 4623
andrew.gash@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 100
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 select and apply lighting to a range of subjects in different work spaces.
This course covers the planning, organization, set up, lighting and shooting of studio photography. You will gain the technical skills for operating the 5x4 camera & E6 film, medium format 6x7 camera & E6 film and DSLR. You will gain skills and techniques required for being a professional assistant.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVPHI403A Apply photo imaging lighting techniques |
Element: |
1. Set up lighting for photo shoot |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Confirm lighting characteristics required for subjects in consultation with relevant personnel as required |
Element: |
2. Light subjects |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Position models and props as required |
Element: |
3. Complete and review shoot |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Capture images using appropriate camera features |
Element: |
4. Complete post-shoot activities |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1. Safely clean and restore work environment to its original state |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to select and apply lighting to a range of subjects in different work spaces.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will consist of:
In class activities include, but are not limited to:
teacher demonstration
student practice using a range of equipment
group discussion
teacher directed group activities
work shopping of students’ own projects
Out of class activities include, but are not limited to:
online research
sourcing subject matter, props & models
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 This course is co-delivered and assess with BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processes. |
Assessment Due | Elements |
1 | Course outline, assessment & introduction, lighting stands, clamps & supports | OHS assessment 1 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2, |
2 | Correct use, safe handling and transportation of lighting stands & supports | OHS assessment 1 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2, BSBOHS201A 1,2 |
3 | Correct use, safe handling and transportation of tripods booms release plates | OHS assessment 2 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2, BSBOHS201A 1,2 |
4 | Correct use, safe handling and transportation of monoblocs softboxes | OHS assessment 3 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2, BSBOHS201A 1,2 |
5 | Correct use, safe handling and transportation of monoblocs softboxes | OHS assessment 3 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2, BSBOHS201A 1,2 |
6 | Correct use, safe handling and transportation of Cambo 5x4 camera & light meter | OHS assessment 4 & 6 due morning Roz | CUVPHI403A 1,2,3 BSBOHS201A 1,2 |
7 | Correct use, safe handling and transportation of Cambo 5x4 camera & light meter | OHS assessment 4 & 6 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2,3 BSBOHS201A 1,2 |
8 | Review of Lighting ungraded assessment task 1 Practical use of Cambo 5x4 & light meter |
OHS assessment 4 & 6 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2,3 BSBOHS201A 1,2,3 |
9 |
Review of Lighting ungraded assessment task 1 Shooting practical assessment tasks, Cambo 5x4 & light meter |
OHS assessment 4 & 6 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2,3,4 BSBOHS201A 1,2,3,4 |
10 | Review of Lighting ungraded assessment task 1
Shooting practical assessment tasks, Cambo 5x4 & light meter |
Lighting assessment task 1 due OHS assessment 4 & 6 due |
CUVPHI403A 1,2,3,4 BSBOHS201A 1,2,3,4 |
11 |
Review of Lighting ungraded assessment task 1 shooting practical of assignments & lighting ratios |
Lighting assessment task 2 due OHS assessment 5 due |
CUVPHI403A 1,2,3,4 BSBOHS201A 1,2,3,4 |
12 |
Review of Lighting ungraded assessment tasks 1 & 2 & graded assessment task 1 Shooting practical assessment tasks & lighting ratios |
OHS assessment 5 due |
CUVPHI403A 1,2,3,4 BSBOHS201A 1,2,3,4 |
13 | Review of Lighting ungraded assessment tasks 1 & 2 & graded assessment task 1
Shooting practical assessment tasks & lighting ratios |
OHS assessment 5 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2,3,4 BSBOHS201A 1,2,3,4 |
14 | Review of Lighting ungraded assessment tasks 1 & 2 & graded assessment task 1
Shooting practical assessment tasks & lighting ratios |
OHS assessment 5 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2,3,4 BSBOHS201A 1,2,3,4 |
15 | Review of Lighting ungraded assessment tasks 1 & 2 & graded assessment task 1
Shooting practical assessment tasks & lighting ratios including flash |
OHS assessment 5 due | CUVPHI403A 1,2,3,4 BSBOHS201A 1,2,3,4 |
16 | Class critique on semesters shooting assessment tasks. Bring all three assessment task - lighting ratios & flash |
Lighting graded assessment 1 due OHS assessment 5 due |
CUVPHI403A 3,4 BSBOHS201A 3 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Please refer to the reading list on Blackboard |
References
You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information and to make use of RMIT’s library database facilities. |
Other Resources
Personal data storage device, personal computer with current versions of In Design, Acrobat, Bridge and Photoshop and current web browsers as required, as available in RMIT labs.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment tasks include:
Shooting assignments to a brief in the studio with time for re shoots. Planning mock ups and dialogue with the teacher are part of the process. Students will also be required to assess their assistants.
Assessment Tasks
This course is co-delivered and assess with BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processes.
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback on all assessment and where indicated, you will receive a grade. Graded assessment tasks are equally weighted and will determine your final result for this course.
For further information on the assessment and grading criteria, please refer to the course Blackboard site.
Assessment tasks in this course include:
Non Graded Assessment
- Lighting 1 (Food) due Week 10.
- Lighting 2 (Rembrandt): due Week 11.
Graded Assessment
- You will complete a portrait shoot following the same process as you followed in the two non graded assessments, due week 15.
For each shoot you will follow the same process:
Before you shoot :
Sketch or mock up of your idea signed off by teacher.
Discussion with the teacher on your idea.
The teacher will allocate you an assistant who you will assess as they follow your direction.
After the shoot you will submit the following:
Assessment of your assistant on the day of the shoot (checklist)
The transparency
Hi res of your final image
Low res of your final image
Grades used in this unit are as follows:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved - Graded
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
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that students attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work including online submissions. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Feedback - You will receive spoken and written feedback from teachers on your work. Where appropriate, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student feedback at RMIThttp://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=9pp3ic9obks7
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policyhttp://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=vj2g89cve4uj1
Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. You can apply in writing for up to a week’s extension from your course teacher. If you need a longer extension, you wil need to apply for special consideration. Special consideration, appeals and disciplinehttp://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qkssnx1c5r0y
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 go to Academic Integrity
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