Course Title: Coordinate production operations

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2011

Course Code: BUSM6268C

Course Title: Coordinate production operations

School: 345T Media and Communication

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4230 - Certificate IV in Audiovisual Technology

Course Contact : Program Administration

Course Contact Phone: 03 9925 4815

Course Contact Email:mcvet@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Rowan Humphrey
Phone: (03) 99254345
Email: rowan.humphrey@rmit.edu.au

Teacher: Rebekha Naim
Phone: (03) 9925 4345
Email: rebekha.naim@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

No pre-requisites or co-requistes are required.

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and coordinate one or
more of the technical production aspects of live theatre or event production. As such, it
requires specific skills and knowledge in the relevant technical area plus a knowledge of
management roles and responsibilities. The unit is closely linked to unit CUETEM03B Establish and manage production requirements and resources. 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUETEM01C Coordinate production operations

Element:

1 Plan and organise workflow for production operations

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Correctly assess workloads of colleagues and allocate work to facilitate effective and efficient operations  
1.2 Delegate work to appropriate colleagues in accordance with the principles of delegation
1.3 Assess workflow and progress against agreed
objectives and timelines
1.4 Assist colleagues in the prioritisation of workload through supportive feedback and coaching
1.5 Provide timely input to relevant colleagues in relation to staffing needs

Element:

2 Evaluate and monitor production operations

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Check and evaluate production aspects at the appropriate times and in accordance with production schedule, legal and occupational health and safety requirements
2.2 Provide timely and relevant feedback and support on technical aspects to appropriate personnel as required
2.3 Initiate or organise modifications as required by the production and in consultation with colleagues  
2.4 Check that documentation is updated as required in accordance with production requirements
2.5 Identify the need for technical run-throughs and negotiate as required

Element:

3 Solve problems and make decisions in relation to production operations

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Identify technical problems promptly and analyse from an operational perspective
3.2 Initiate short term action to resolve the immediate problem where appropriate
3.3 Analyse problems for any long-term impact, and assess and action potential solutions in consultation with colleagues
3.4 Take follow-up action to monitor the effectiveness of the solution 

Element:

4 Liaise with production colleagues to maximise quality

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Identify key production personnel and liaise to ensure a holistic approach  
4.2 Provide regular updates to colleagues in relation to production issues and general progress
4.3 Seek relevant information from colleagues to allow for timely response to changes in other areas of work 

Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to coordinate a production through pre-production and during the actual production.


Details of Learning Activities

In class activities will include a range of
•    teacher directed group activities/projects
•    class exercises to review discussions/lectures
•    independent project based work
•    online research
•    group discussion
Out-of-class activities include completion of individual design and pre-production work, preparation for class presentations and location excursions.


Teaching Schedule

 
Week     Class content
All students must attend the first briefing class for this course and the next two weeks. During the first class you will be allocated a focus group for subsequent classes.
The focus groups will meet once every 2-4 weeks or as needed. A schedule for these classes will be located on Blackboard.		 Elements
Week 1 •    Introduction to Course Guide, Assessment
•    Twenty questions 25% discount
•    Form sub groups by interest area and enter diary dates
•    Skills register/inventory XLS
•    Practical Placement Process and Planning Forms
•    Assignment for week two rotations		 1 Plan and organise workflow for production operations
Week 2 •    1/2 hour rotations
•    Handling common AV devices		 2 Evaluate and monitor production operations
4 Liaise with production colleagues to maximise quality
Week 3 1/2 hour rotations with feedback on last week 2
Week 4 CV prep (AAA) Cover letter 1
Week 5 CV prep (AAA) Cover letter 1
Week 6 Inventory/systems management & Event Co-ordination 3 Solve problems and make decisions in relation to production operations
Week 7 Focus sessions resource and run a location installation 1,2
Week 8 Focus sessions resource and run a location installation 1,2
Week 9 Focus sessions resource and plan studio based  productions. 1,4
Week 10 Focus sessions resource and plan studio based  productions. 1,4
Week 11 Focus sessions resource and plan studio based  productions. 1,4
Week 12 Focus sessions resource and plan studio based  productions. 1,4
Week 13 Focus sessions plan and produce productions 2,3
Week 14 Focus sessions plan and produce productions 2,3
Week 15 Focus sessions plan and produce productions 2,3
Week 16 Focus sessions plan and produce productions 2,3
Weeks 1- 16 of Semester 2 In small focus groups you will meet with your teacher  to support the process of completing your assessments. Your focus group and day will be negotiated by the teacher.    1, 2 & 3.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Mollison, M., 2010, Producing Videos, ‘A Complete Guide’ 3rd Ed, Allen and Unwin, Sydney


References

You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information.


Other Resources

It is recommended that you bring materials to classes to make notes, for example;
•    a pen and notepaper
•    a laptop computer


Overview of Assessment

Assessment tasks include participation in practical activities, folio development and production exercises.


Assessment Tasks

Assessment tasks in this course are either formative or summative. Formative tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered as essential building blocks for the more substantial summative assessment tasks. Summative assessment tasks in this unit are graded.
For further information on the assessments and grading criteria, please refer to the course Blackboard site.

To demonstrate competency in this course, you will need to complete each of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.

Formative Assessment

1.    Prepare for and attend the production meeting for Location Lighting Production and manage the subsequent Location Lighting Production day. Due week 11 of semester 1.
2.    Complete an industry practical placement arranged by you. Submit Practical Placement Folio comprising:
•    Completed Log sheets (these provide evidence of what you did and how long your placement was.)
•    Completed Employer report (will provide evidence from your employer in relation to employability skills during your placement)
•    Video/ Audio/ PowerPoint/ Flash/ Written report further details of which will be distributed in class. Due week 16 of semester 2.


Summative Assessment
3.    Produce the ‘Photo Storyboard’ production and ‘Variety Television’ production for the unit ‘Mix Television’. Due week 12 & 16 of semester 2.



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 demonstrated alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in Program administration

Other Information

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.
Please refer to the following URL for extensions and special consideration:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qkssnx1c5r0y;STATUS=A;PAGE_AUTHOR=Andrea%20Syers;SECTION=1;

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