Course Title: Incorporate and edit digital video

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2018

Course Code: VART6430C

Course Title: Incorporate and edit digital video

School: 345T Media and Communication

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5350 - Diploma of Screen and Media

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

Trewlea Peters

trewlea.peters@rmit.edu.au

9925 8011

Alek Joseski

aleksander.joseski@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 50

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 cover the skills and knowledge required to incorporate and edit digital video into interactive media presentations.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

ICTDMT501 Incorporate and edit digital video

Element:

1. Identify and describe the formats of digital video

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Determine the distinguishing features and uses of a range of digital video software

1.2 Select the current video-editing software appropriate to a range of given outcomes

1.3 Determine the limiting factors of computer hardware on video production for a specified job

1.4 Determine the differences of image quality and image size, required to deliver the desired outcome

1.5 Analyse the formats employed to create a given computer video sequence for a specified outcome

Element:

2. Design the digital video

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Assess and select appropriate digital video software for the job

2.2 Use digital video-editing software to combine video assets

2.3 Control variations in video frame rates, as required for the job to be undertaken

2.4 Apply time-stamping techniques to the video frames, appropriate for the job to be undertaken

2.5 Save the digital video using the appropriate file techniques

Element:

3. Edit the digital video

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Edit single and multiple video tracks to achieve a defined outcome

3.2 Join the multiple tracks of a digital video, according to specifications

3.3 Employ digital effects to modify and integrate digital video tracks, according to specifications

3.4 Apply time encoding to single and multiple-edited digital video tracks, according to specifications

3.5 Insert a video track into an interactive media production, according to specifications

Element:

4. Present a digital video sequence

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Test the digital video, and combine with other digital imaging, sound, visual effects and animation to create an interactive media presentation

4.2 Save the digital media presentation, including the video, and present to the client or customer

Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this competency, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to incorporate and edit digital video into interactive media presentations.


Details of Learning Activities

In-class learning activities include, but are not limited to:
• demonstration and practical application
• group discussion
• online research
• individual and group project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects

Out-of-class activities include, but are not limited to,
• online research
• group project based work


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 resources.

Week

 

Activity

Assessment Tools Received

 

Assessments DUE

 

Week 1

Lecture and discussion – Documentary Screenings. Good examples of Interviews with motion graphics and overlay that reinforce content.

Editing conventions.

Receive Edit Digital Video Assessment Tool 3

 

 

Week 2

Overview of Digital Editing – The interface.  

The Post Production Workflow and file management.

Preferences and sequence settings.

Receive Edit Digital Video Assessment Tool 2

 

Week 3

Working with a three point edit system.

 

 

Week 4

Fine tuning an edit and the trim edit tools. Adjusting audio tracks.

 

Receive Edit Digital Video Assessment Tool 1

 

Week 5

Using video effects and transitions. Working in the motion and effects controls. Creating basic animation and titles.  Exporting correctly for Assessment 1.

 

 

 

Week 6

In class Editing Assessment

 

Edit Digital Video Assessment Task 1

Week 7

Using audio effects and transitions. Working in the motion and effects controls. Mastering sound levels in Premiere.

 

 

 

Week 8

Introduction to colour correction and colour grading in Premiere.

 

LAST WEEK TO COMPLETE ONLINE QUIZ

 

Edit Digital Video Assessment Task 2 

 

 

Week 9

Formatting, encoding and outputting.  Exporting and Codecs.

Uploading options in YouTube and Vimeo.

 

Receive Edit Digital Video Assessment Tool 4

 

 

Week 10

 

Interview Production and Post Production. See post production schedule for when you should attend class.

 

 

 

Week 11

 

Interviews Production and Post Production. See post production schedule for when you should attend class.

 

 

 

Week 12

 

Interviews Production and Post Production. See post production schedule for when you should attend class.

 

Edit Digital Video Assessment task 3

**Due 2 weeks after production

 

Week 13

 

Interviews Production and Post Production. See post production schedule for when you should attend class.

 

Edit Digital Video Assessment task 3

**Due 2 weeks after production

 

Week 14

Post Production Assessment task 3

Due 2 weeks after production. See post production schedule for when you should attend class.

 

Edit Digital Video Assessment task 3

**Due 2 weeks after production

Week 15

Post Production Assessment task 3

Due 2 weeks after production. See post production schedule for when you should attend class.

 

Edit Digital Video Assessment task 3

**Due 2 weeks after production

 

Week 16

Upload final Interview online and email the link to the Interviewee and blind copy Edit Digital Video teacher.

This is not a compulsory class. If you need access to equipment or assistance for the submission of Assessment task 4 please attend.

 

Edit Digital Video

Assessment task 4 DUE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This schedule is a guide and could change slightly depending on the classes knowledge and skills development through the Semester.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Other resources for this course are available on Canvas.

Lynda.com (Log In via RMIT Library Databases A-Z)

 


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge of course content is assessed through participation in practical exercises, knowledge assessment tasks and may include practical team based projects.


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 equally weighted and will determine your final result for this course.

Assessment task 1 – In class editing task

DUE Week 6 – Ungraded

Documentary editing. Interpret a brief and structure an edit that meets the clients requirements within the deadline.

 

Assessment task 2

DUE Week 8 – Ungraded

Online multiple choice quiz

 

Assessment task 3

DUE Weeks 12 – 16 (Progressive, 2 weeks after production week) – Graded

Demonstrate application of the principles of video-editing and production techniques.

Edit Interview production. 

 

Assessment task 4

DUE Week 16 – Graded

Design, compile, edit and test the digital media online.

Present the digital video sequence.

Upload final digital media presentation online and email the link to the Edit Digital Video teacher.

 

Assessment Tasks 1, 2, 3 and 4 are to be finalised by no later than end of Semester 1 Week 16

Grading criteria for graded assessment can be found on the course canvas site.

You will be assessed using 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


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through 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: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students

Cover Sheet for Submissions:

You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.

http://mams.rmit.edu.au/s1llva641yxuz.pdf

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/assessment-policy

Student Progress:

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

 

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