Course Title: Produce and prepare photo images

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2018

Course Code: VART5969C

Course Title: Produce and prepare photo images

School: 345T Media and Communication

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5314 - Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing

Course Contact: Program Administration

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925-4815

Course Contact Email: mctafe@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Dzintra Boyd
Phone: 9925 4269
Email: dzintra.boyd@rmit.edu.au

Teacher: Phoebe Montague
Email: phoebe.montague@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 20

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

This course develops the skills and knowledge required to prepare photo images for integration into online and print documents.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	CUFDIG303A Produce and prepare photo images
Element:	1. Use scanner to capture photo images
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Source and identify appropriate photographic images according to requirements of photographic project brief 1.2 Discuss selection of images with relevant personnel, and check compliance with copyright conditions 1.3 Assess scanner features to confirm quality outcomes will meet brief requirements 1.4 Operate scanner according to manufacturer’s specifications 1.5 Use appropriate scanner settings to ensure image output meets production requirements 1.6 Transfer and store photographic image files to a computer using standard naming conventions
Element:	2. Use digital camera to create photo images
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Clarify photographic project brief with relevant personnel 2.2 Assess digital camera features to ensure outcome will meet requirements of brief 2.3 Plan camera shots, taking into account lighting, framing, composition and other relevant factors 2.4 Load and operate digital camera according to manufacturer’s specifications 2.5 Consider digital camera focus, exposure and shutter speed to ensure image capture meets production requirements 2.6 Check photographic images meet brief requirements 2.7 Transfer and store photographic image files to a computer using standard naming conventions
Element:	3. Edit photo images
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Load digital imaging software and import photo image source files 3.2 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for extended periods of time 3.3 Manipulate and save digital images using designated digital imaging software 3.4 Create photo images that incorporate visual design and communication principles 3.5 Evaluate outcome for visual impact, effectiveness and fitness for purpose 3.6 Confirm images meet project requirements with relevant personnel
Element:	4. Prepare photo image assets
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Save files in appropriate output format to meet platform requirements 4.2 Assign metadata tags if required 4.3 Group files logically in a folder system using standard naming conventions 4.4 Store files in share drive or repository for production team access

Learning Outcomes

You will develop the skills and knowledge to prepare high quality digital photo images.

Details of Learning Activities

This course is co-delivered and assessed with CUIFDIG303A Produce and prepare photo images. 

In this course, you learn through -

1. In-class activities:
• lab-based lectures
• guest speaker
• teacher-directed group activities/projects
• peer teaching
• group discussion
• class exercises to review discussions/lectures
• workshopping of students’ own projects
• analysis/critique of work

2. Out-of-class activities:
• independent project based work
• online and other research
• independent study
 

Teaching Schedule

Date (begins Monday)	TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES	ASSESSMENTS	BSBITU404A Produce complex desktop published documents Elements	CUIFDIG303A Produce and prepare photo images Elements
Week 1 July 2	Email Activity: Writing a professional email Assessment 1 assigned		1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.4, 3.1, 3.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3
Week 2 July 9	Create Word documents Activity: Writing a professional business letter	Assessment 1 DUE: Professional Email	1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4,  2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5
Week 3 July 16	Edit and review Word documents Activity: Edit and review a business report		2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5
Week 4 July 23	Principles and Elements of Design Group Activity: Identify Principles and Elements of Design Assessment 2 assigned		1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4	1.1, 1.2
Week 5 July 30	Introduction to Canva Activity: Design an event invitation		1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4	1.1, 1.2
Week 6 August 6	Canva Continued Activity: Small business brochure		1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4	1.1, 1.2
Week 7 August 13	Powerpoint Activity: Create a presentation		2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3
Week 8 August 20	Photography basics	Assessment 2 DUE: Professional Documents Folio		2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5
Week 9 August 27	Photoshop for Writers and Editors Activity: Photo editing Assessment 3 assigned			2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5
Week 10 Sept. 3	Introduction to InDesign Activity: InDesign Basics		3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4
Week 11 Sept. 10	Elements of a Magazine Group Activity: Magazine analysis		1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4	3.2, 3.3, 3.4
Mid Semester Break Monday September 17 to Friday 28 September (inclusive)
Week 12 Sept. 30	Putting it together: Using Indesign to create a magazine		3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 5.2, 5.3	4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4
Week 13 October 8	Putting it together: Using Indesign to create a magazine		2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3	4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4
Week 14 October 15	Putting it together: Using Indesign to create a magazine		3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5
Week 15 October 22	No classes	Assessment 3 DUE: Magazine Publication
Week 16 October 29	No classes

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Recommended Texts Peach Pit Books for - InDesign and Photoshop

References

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

Other Resources

• Web-based material via Canvas, worksheets and handouts are provided.
• You will need to purchase a USB flash drive on which to backup your work. 
• You are advised to bring a journal or notebook each week for note-taking and sketching design ideas.
• You may wish to bring headphones to class, though this is optional

Overview of Assessment

Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include:

• participation in written exercises, in class and online
• evaluation of photo images
• practical demonstrations of scanners and digital cameras

Assessment Tasks

To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assessment and where indicated, you will receive a grade. Graded assessment tasks are weighted and will determine your final result for this course.

Assessment Task 1: Professional Email

You will be given a workplace scenario and be required to create a professional email.

Due: Week 2 (Sunday 15 July)

Assessment 2: Professional Documents Folio

You will submit a collection of documents that have been produced during class activities as your folio.

Due: Week 8 (Sunday 26 August)

Assessment Task 3: InDesign Publication

You will create a magazine or publication of your choosing. You will be required to research the target market and competitors and design and create the publication using InDesign.

Due: Week 15 (Sunday 28 October)

Grading

All assessments will be marked either Satisfactory or Not Satisfactory. To achieve this unit of competency you must receive Satisfactory for all 3 assessment tasks. 

Once you have demonstrated competency, you will be graded against a rubric assessing your overall performance on the semester's work.

Grades in this course use the following grades:

• 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

Grading criteria for this assessment can be found on the course Blackboard site.

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

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters.

Attendance
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises. It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Assessment Feedback
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all 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 designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.

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.

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.

Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.

 

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