Course Title: Prepare digital images for pre-press processing
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2015
Course Code: VART6260C
Course Title: Prepare digital images for pre-press processing
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5309 - Diploma of 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
Teacher: Robert Gale
Email: rob.gale@rmit.edu.au
Teacher: Jessie DiBlasi
Email: jessie.diblasi@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 45
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
Not applicable
Course Description
In this course you will gain digital imaging skills to prepare photographic files for printing.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVPHI530A Prepare digital images for pre-press processing |
Element: |
Element 1. Consult with pre-press bureau about formatting requirements. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Source a checklist for printing requirements from appropriate people and follow throughout preparation process |
Element: |
Element 2. Prepare files for pre-press processing. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Prepare image files using appropriate pre-press processing techniques |
Element: |
Element 3. Wrap up and review print |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Catalogue and archive images appropriately |
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 activities
- Lectures
- Guest lecturers
- Peer teaching and class presentations
- Independent project based work
- Workshopping of students’ own projects
- Visit to industry workplace/print company
Out of class activities
- Independent project work
- Independent research
- Peer learning
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources
| Week | Class content | Assessment Due |
| 4 |
Lecture General introduction to the unit Overview of subject, assessments requirements and time line. Assignment 1: Proposed Costs – briefing Note: Part of your 5min presentation in CUVPHI527A Make illustrative images for publication and display will included an estimation of costs of your book project. Assignment 1: Proposed Costs – Briefing |
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| 5 |
Tutorial Appraisal of RAW file converters Bridge Vs Lightroom Vs Capture One Revision of batch processing in suitable applications (e.g. Lightroom, Adobe Camera RAW etc. Project work in lab |
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| 6 |
Assignment 1 Due – Proposed Costs Proposed cost submission.
Project work in Lab |
Assignment 1: Proposed Costs – Due |
| 7 |
Excursion to Bambra press http://www.bambrapress.com.au/ This is an excision to a Melbourne based, print company who produce a wide range of high end short and long run publications (both offset and digital). You will have the opportunity to tour the facility and see the life cycle of the modern printing process. |
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| 8 |
Guest Lecture - Jac DiBlasi (Publication Designer) InDesign refresher and tips/technique on book layout, font selection and preparing for print output. Project work in Lab |
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| EASTER BREAK | ||
| 9 |
The Critique assess aspects of technical photographic capture, in relation to the acquiring of sufficient digital data for image process and potential output issues re layout and reproduction quality. Students are also required to submit a font test and layout via photo copies Files for critique session are to be prepped as : (Minimum 10 images) Jess & Rob to assess Project work in Lab Students begin preparing test print files. |
Assignment 2 - Prep for Print Critique 1 Progressive One on One assessment of Book Project files by appointment. |
| 10 |
Lecture – Jessie DiBlasi Digital Production instruction and costing. Book production: Project feasibility, financials, layout, photography, colour proofing, marketing, distribution. Project work in Lab Editor/Writer Support with Professional writing + editing students Students continue work on preparing test print files – |
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| 11 |
Project work in Lab Students have the opportunity to consult with Jess & Rob on their projects. Student to continue revising/working on image selection/book layout and image processing Students continue to test Type and Layout scale through photo copy machine.
Editor/Writer Support with Professional writing + editing students Students finalise preparing test print files – ALL test print files sent to print by Friday 3pm in Week 11 |
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| 12 |
Project work in Lab Students have the opportunity to consult with Jess & Rob on their projects. Student to continue revising/working on image selection/book layout and image processing Students continue to test Type and Layout scale through photo copy machine.
Editor/Writer Support with Professional writing + editing students Return of test print files. Students to make adjustments of files and final layout as require and send final books files to printer! Assignment 3: Actual Costs + Project Review – briefing
Assignment 3: Actual Costs + Project Review – Briefing |
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| 13 |
Project work in Lab Final opportunity for students to consult with Jess & Rob on their projects. Student to finalise image selection/book layout and image processing. Test export of (low-res) print ready PDF is printed (photo-copy machine) and proofed for text and image issues
Editor/Writer Support with Professional writing + editing students Continued review of test print files. Students to make adjustments of files and final layout as required and send final books files to printer! |
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| 14 |
Assignment 3: Actual Costs + Project Review – Due Using the supplied template, analyse your detailed breakdown of costs you have incurred as part of your book project. Review the project success and identify creative/commercial opportunities that have developed from this project. |
Assignment 3: Actual Costs + Project Review – Due |
| 15 |
Assignment 4: Final Book Submission – Due Submit your final printed book for assessment. |
Assignment 4: Final Book Submission – Due |
| 16 | Feedback Session: Staff to assess and review with students |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None |
References
www.pdnonline.com/ PDN (Photo District News) |
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Galer M., Andrews Photoshop CS6 – Essential Skills, Focal Press |
Other Resources
Digital Camera
Personal Hard Drive x 2 1TB - 500GB
Photoshop
InDesign
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a large scale project requiring pre/post analysis along with the preparation and processing of text and images
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all of the following assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback on all assessment (refer to myRMIT for assessment criteria).
Assignment 1: Proposed Costs –
Due Week 6
Ungraded Assessment
Using the supplied template, create a detailed estimation and breakdown of costs you will incur as part of your book project.
Assignment 2 - Prep for Print Critique 1
Due Week 9
Ungraded Assessment
Progressive One on One assessment of Book Project files by appointment.
Students are required to process and submit a minimum of 10 images. The Critique assess aspects of technical photographic capture, in relation to the acquiring of sufficient digital data for image process and potential output issues re layout and reproduction quality.
Students are also required to submit a font test and layout via photo copies
- Review of progress – editor/writers progress + sample copy
Files for critique session are to be prepped as
JPEG, 72dpi pixel width 800.
Label files with your initials_IMG number E.G. RG_01.jpg
This critique is part of your assessment.
Assignment 3: Actual Costs + Project Review
Due Week 14
Ungraded Assessment
Using the supplied template, analyse your detailed breakdown of costs you have incurred as part of your book project. Review the project success and identify creative/commercial opportunities that have developed from this project.
Assignment 4: Final Book Submission
Due Week 15
Graded Assessment
Submit your final printed book (physical copy) for assessment.
For further information on the grading system and criteria used, please refer to the course blackboard site.
Grades used in this unit are as follows:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competent Achieved Grade
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: rmit.edu.au/students
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. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Assessment and Feedback
You will receive verbal and written feedback on 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 to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Special consideration for 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.
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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