Course Title: Recording Sound and Image: Technologies and Techniques
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Recording Sound and Image: Technologies and Techniques
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
COMM2524 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
345T Media and Communication |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2018, Sem 2 2019 |
COMM2524 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
375T Vocational Design and Social Context |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2021, Sem 2 2021 |
COMM2524 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
515T Creative Industries |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2022, Sem 1 2023, Sem 2 2023, Sem 1 2024, Sem 2 2024, Sem 1 2025, Sem 2 2025 |
Course Coordinator: Mark Johnson
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 3683
Course Coordinator Email: mark.johnson3@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 94.02.37
Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
In this course you will explore how to capture industry quality sound and image through the application of a range of audio and image capture technologies and techniques. You will investigate the principles of sound production and image composition, and apply these principles to a range of productions.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
Program Learning Outcomes
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) of the AD017 Associate Degree in Screen and Media:
1. produce screen and media content with high production values for a range of platforms and environments 2. apply industry relevant knowledge and skills to devise, develop and build contemporary screen and media content for diverse audiences and contexts 3. apply and creatively adapt theoretical and technical knowledge and skills in screen and media production to your practice or future study 4. identify, analyse and reflect on relevant trends in screen and media production in both local and international contexts. 5. demonstrate critical thinking and innovation when identifying and responding to problems in diverse contexts within screen and media production 6. communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders about your disciplineUpon successful completion of this course you will be able to:
1. explain the key principles of sound production and image composition
2. identify and analyse the sound and image requirements for a production, including acoustics and microphone selection, as well as lighting and composition
3. produce location based audio recordings, using a range of sound recording equipment
4. capture and compose moving images using a range of technologies
5. reflect on productions to identify areas of strength and areas for improvement
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be actively engaged in learning that involves a range of activities such as studios, project work, lectures, tutorials, class discussion, individual and group activities.
Overview of Learning Resources
A list of recommended learning resources will be provided including books, references and web sources. You will also be expected to seek further resources relevant to the focus of your own learning. Student learning resources also include access to computer laboratories and relevant software.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program, you can access online learning tools and resources for your program and associated courses from the RMIT student website.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
RMIT will provide you with specific course materials for learning through our online system (Canvas). The course and workshop notes are posted on Canvas.
RMIT Library
There are services available to support your learning through the University Library.
The library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing along with specific subject guides.
A library subject guide that you may find useful is Media and Communication: http://rmit.libguides.com/media-and-communication
The library also provides a variety of resources including databases, e-journals, e-books and websites. You can find more information on Library services at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Additional resources and/or sources to assist your learning will be identified by your course coordinator and will be made available to you as required during the teaching period.
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program learning outcomes. Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester and feedback will be given on all assessment tasks.
Assessment Task 1: Location Audio Recording (Practical)
Weighting 20% (Individual & Group) This assessment task supports CLO 3, 5
Assessment Task 2: Creating a Look and Style with Camera and Lighting(Practical)
Weighting 30% (Individual & Group) This assessment task supports CLO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Assessment Task 3: Filming a Drama Sequence(Practical)
Weighting 50% (Individual & Group) This assessment task supports CLO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5