Course Title: Develop self for photo imaging industry
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2015
Course Code: VART6277C
Course Title: Develop self for photo imaging industry
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
Teacher: Jessie DiBlasi
Email: jessie.diblasi@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 60
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 be required to develop the technical and conceptual skills required to work in a photo imaging environment. People working in all areas of the photo imaging industry apply the skills and knowledge described in this unit. The effectiveness of any photo imaging activity is enhanced if practitioners are committed to improving their professional practice in both an artistic and business context.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVPHI405A Develop self for photo imaging industry |
Element: |
1. Acquire and develop technical skills |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Plan strategies to ensure the development of appropriate technical skills in photo imaging practice |
Element: |
2. Develop conceptual skills and ideas |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Discuss ideas with others and apply knowledge gained to inform own practice |
Element: |
3. Develop own style |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Explore and experiment with new ideas in making and/or interpreting work
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Element: |
4. Evaluate own work |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Seek and apply constructive criticism from more experienced practitioners |
Element: |
5. Research work opportunities |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Correctly identify sources of information relating to work opportunities |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to develop technical skills and conceptual skills for application in the photography industry.
Details of Learning Activities
In class activities & out-of-class activities will consist of the following:
List of possibilities include
•Lectures
•Guest lecturers
•Group discussion
•Online research
•Workshopping
•Independent project based work
•Teacher directed group activities/projects
•Class exercises to review discussions/lectures
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 | Assessment Due |
| 1 |
Course outline + introduction Research briefing: Local + international Photographers |
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| 2 | Lecture: Productivity + Time management | |
| 3 | Guest Lecture/Excursion – Graduate in Residence | |
| 4 | Lecture: Effective Communication Techniques |
Ungraded 01: Photographer selection DUE |
| 5 | Lecture – Style/Analysing Style | |
| 6 | Graded 01: Part A – Photographer Research | Graded 01: Part A Photographer Research |
| 7 | Guest Lecture – Retourchers | |
| 8 | Lecture – Business Planning + Pricing | |
| 9 | Guest Lecture – Commercial Photographer (TBA) | |
| 10 | Lecture – Creativitiy | |
| 11 | Guest Lecture – Photo journalism/Documentary |
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| MID SEMESTER BREAK | ||
| 12 |
Ungraded 02: Competition Entry Graded 01: Part B – Report |
Ungraded 02: Competition Entry Graded 01:Part B Report |
| 13 | Graded 01 Presentations | Graded 01: Presentations |
| 14 | Graded 01 Presentations | Graded 01: Presentations DUE |
| 15 | Graded 01 Presentations | Graded 01: Presentations DUE |
| 16 | Review & feedback session |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Please refer to my reading list on Blackboard |
References
Other Resources
Resources + useful links will be supplied via Blackboard
Overview of Assessment
Assessment in this course is designed to assist you to develop your own style as a professional photograper and personal development priorities. Assessment tasks will be written and oral.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment tasks in this unit are either ungraded or graded. Ungraded tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered as essential building blocks for more substantial (graded) assessment tasks.
To demonstrate competency in this course, you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assessment.
Ungraded assessment
01. Research/Photographer Interview Selection (for Graded 01)
Identify THREE photographers to contact to interview for Graded 01. Present your selection in class.
Due in Class: Week 4
02. Competitions
Research and enter ONE photographic competition
Due in class: Week 12
Graded Assessment
01. Interview a photographer
Interview a professional Photographer in Australia, in person, using the supplied questions.
NOTE: Your chosen photographer must be approved by your teacher before you contact them.
Submission Items:
PART A: Photographer Research
- Look at the Australian photographer you plan to interview, introduce them and describe the elements that go into creating this photographer’s style.
- Formulate one question you would like to ask this photographer (that is not included on the supplied list).
Due in class: Week 6
PART B: Report + Oral Presentation
- Complete a report that summarises the responses from your interview.
- Oral Presentation: Present a (one sentence) statement that details ONE interesting thing you learned from the photographer you interviewed. To be delivered in class.
Report Due in class: Week12
Oral Presentation Due in class: Weeks 13-15
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 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
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters:
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 verbal feedback during scheduled class times, 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 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.
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