Course Title: Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2014
Course Code: VART6258C
Course Title: Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
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: Naomi Herzog
Phone: 9925 4170
Email: naomi.herzog@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 70
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
NIL
Course Description
In this course you will cover the skills and knowledge required to exploit creative and innovative options in the production of Photoimages using a variety of imaging technologies and processes.
You will gain skills in resolving complex visual communications problems and interact with a range of imaging technologies (including analogue, digital, hybrid, traditional and emerging). The selection, application and adaptation of these imaging technologies support you in the creation of innovative images.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVPHI519A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options |
Element: |
Element 1. Research a range of imaging technologies |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Critique and review historical, contemporary and emerging imaging technologies with appropriate people |
Element: |
Element 2. Create test images and evaluate attributes of imaging technologies |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Acquire or gain access to specialised imaging technologies in cooperation with imaging specialists and suppliers |
Element: |
Element 3. Create body of work using imaging technologies |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Select appropriate imaging technology to create a body of work with specific subject matter or theme |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to exploit creative and innovative options using a variety of imaging technologies and processes.
You will gain skills in resolving complex visual communications problems and interact with a range of imaging techniques. The selection, application and adaptation of these imaging technologies will support you in the creation of innovative images.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will consist of:
In class learning activities include, but are not limited to:
• lectures & tutorials
• class exercises to review discussions/lectures
• class presentations
• group discussion
• online research
• independent project based work
• review of photographic digital imaging techniques of students’ choice
Out of class activities include, but are not limited to:
• research (online /library /public displays/galleries)
• independent project based work
Teaching Schedule
Week | Class content | Assessment Due | Elements |
1 | Assignment Briefing - Tutorial – Compositing techniques - mapping textures 1 |
Assignment Briefing | 1 |
2 | Tutorial – Compositing techniques - mapping textures 2 Class review – photographers’ composited/VFX works (analyse and discuss) |
1, 2 | |
3 | Tutorial - Compositing techniques - Extraction methods & masking 1 | 1, 2, 3 | |
4 | Tutorial - Compositing techniques - Extraction methods & masking 2 grading and skin tones |
1, 2, 3 | |
5 | Tutorial – Compositing techniques Extraction methods & masking 3 Project work |
Digital Journal entry |
2, 3 |
6 | Tutorial – Compositing techniques - exercise 1a Project work |
Formative Item -Class exercise 1 | 2, 3 |
7 | Tutorial – Compositing techniques - exercise 1b Project work |
Digital Journal entry |
2, 3 |
8 | Tutorial – Compositing techniques - exercise 2 Project work |
2, 3 | |
9 | Tutorial – Compositing techniques - exercise 3 Project work |
Formative item - Class exercise 2 | 1, 2, 3 |
10 | Tutorial – Compositing techniques - exercise 4 Project work |
2, 3 | |
11 | Project work |
Formative Item - Class exercise 3 Digital Journal entry |
1, 2, 3 |
12 | Tutorial – Calendar Layout development Project Work - Calendar - image review & selection |
2, 3 | |
13 | Calendar Project work- for proofing, output & send pdfs to printer | Formative Item - Class exercise 4 Digital Journal entry |
2, 3 |
14 | Project work | 3 | |
15 | Project Work | 3 | |
16 | Folio Submission and presentation | Summative 1 due | 3 |
17 | Assessment Week - Non Attendance week | ||
NOTE | Schedule may change as required |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Galer M., Andrews P., 2010, Photoshop CS5 – Essential Skills, Focal Press |
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 Acrobat, Bridge and Photoshop, as available in RMIT labs
Overview of Assessment
Assessment tasks include a series of exercises applying visual effects and compositing techniques to produce innovative images. These include (but are not limited to) mapping textures, advanced extraction and masking techniques in addition to compiling a collection of works together in a calendar.
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises and discussions and through the application of skills and insights learned from the course content to a series of projects requiring the adaptation of contemporary digital imaging technologies which allow you to develop unique and innovative images.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment tasks in this course are either formative or summative. Formative tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered essential building blocks for the more substantial summative assessment tasks. Summative assessment tasks in this unit are graded.
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You must submit all pieces of assessment in order for your competency to be assessed in this course.
For further information on the assessment and grading criteria, please refer to the course Blackboard site.
Assessment items include:
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT
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Class exercise 1
Map the photographic textures provided onto the 3D CG image provided and colour grade the final image
Due - week 6 -
Class exercise 2
Smoothing skin tones
Using the image provided apply the techniques demonstrated in class to smooth the skin tones.
Due - week 9 -
Class exercise 3
Pen tool extraction
Using the pen tool extract the subject from the image provided and place into the background image (also provided)
Due – week 11 -
Class exercise 4
Hair and body extraction
Using channel masks and paths extract the figure from the image provided and place into the background image (also provided)
Due – week 13 -
Digital Journal with key Folio Draft presentations
Chart the progression and development of your two works for your folio through your digital journal.
Present your digital work in progress files in the digital journal for feedback and evaluation as well as any source or reference material.
Electronic Submission dates – weeks 5, 7, 11 & 13
SEMESTER 1 Summative ASSESSMENT
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Folio – 2 Composited images
Produce a folio of 2 composited photorealistic images employing advanced compositing and visual effects skills.
The folio must contain both digital files as well as final pigmented inkjet prints. The files and the prints must contain the full range of tones demonstrating appropriate application of processing, enhancement and output techniques
Due – Week 16 (pigmented inkjet prints)
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 experiences involve interacting with a variety of imaging technologies and processes to enable you to develop unique and innovative images. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to achieve competency in this unit.
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.
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 RMIT http://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 policy http://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 discipline http://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
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kw02ylsd8z3n
Work Placement:
It is a requirement of this program that all students participate in authentic work related tasks. These may be either simulated or in a real work environment. On occasion, we are approached by industry and given opportunities for students to apply for short term placements. When these placement opportunities arise, students are required to negotiate the specific details with the relevant program coordinator or teacher. All industry placements require students, RMIT staff and host organisations to sign a written agreement prior to the commencement of the placement.
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