Course Title: Research and apply photo imaging trends
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2021
Course Code: VART6395C
Course Title: Research and apply photo imaging trends
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5351 - Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging
Course Contact: Jessie DiBlasi
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 3020
Course Contact Email: jessie.diblasi@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher:
Jessica (Jess) Schwientek
jess.schwientek@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
None
Course Description
In this course you will gain, skills and knowledge required to investigate photo imaging trends and emerging technologies and assess their creative and commercial applications. Using the knowledge of emerging trends, you will evaluate, plan and implement changes to your workflow, products and technology.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPHI502 Research and apply photo imaging trends |
Element: |
1. Investigate trends and emerging technologies in photo imaging industry |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify trends and emerging technologies that impact on photo imaging using credible and current sources of information 1.2 Evaluate implications of trends and emerging technologies on photo imaging 1.3 Document details of sources of information, and trends and technologies identified |
Element: |
2. Assess creative and commercial opportunities in industry trends |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Use critical thinking techniques to identify creative and commercial opportunities that arise from research 2.2 Clarify business objectives associated with the identified opportunities 2.3 Identify entrepreneurial attitudes and strategies required to develop identified opportunities 2.4 Assess feasibility, commercial viability and risks of pursuing the identified opportunities 2.5 Develop a plan to realise the identified opportunities |
Element: |
3. Review business and creative impact of opportunities |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Implement plan for identified creative and commercial opportunities 3.2 Review outcomes against business objectives 3.3 Develop systems and strategies to identify and respond to future creative and commercial opportunities |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. The critical aspects of assessment will give you a good guide to the learning outcomes.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will consist of:
- lectures + tutorials
- class exercises
- group discussions
- online research
- work shopping of students’ own projects
- guest lecture/presentation
- peer learning
- class presentations
- research
- blog/wiki or other online discussion & participation
- visits to galleries + events
- independent project based work
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of class activities include, but are not limited to:
- online research
- independent project based work
- visits to galleries + events
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 1 |
Delivery: Introduction to the course, including course overview and explanation of course structure + assessment tasks. What is a trend? What is your creative/commercial direction? What is good research? Trend forecasting Group Activity: Mindmap Activity: Research A01 Inspector Gadget |
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| Week 2 |
Delivery: -Guest presentation: Library -SWAY instruction for A02
Activity: -Research A02 - Inspiration | Innovation -Individual consults |
A01 - Inspector Gadget (Research Project) due | |
| Week 3 |
Delivery: -Developing creative ideas and contemporary photographic practice. -Trends as subject matter, idea generator, social commentary. -SWAY review Activity: -Research A02 - Inspiration | Innovation -Individual consults |
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| Week 4 |
Delivery: –Pitching & SWOT analysis Activity: -Research using our discussion post. |
A02 - Inspiration | Innovation (photographer analysis) due PRIOR to class | |
| Week 5 |
NO DELIVERY: Activity: – 1 on 1 appointments for Week 7 submission |
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| Week 6 |
Guest Presentation: Graduates - Folio Presentation Trends/Ideas Activity: -Elevator pitch development/idea consolidation |
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| Week 7 |
ASSESSMENT WEEK - NO DELIVERY -CANVAS submission Monday noon -Panel Presentations of elevator pitch + SWOT analysis may occur during VIS COM or PI Trends class time. |
A03 -Elevator Pitch + SWOT Analysis due - CANVAS submission prior to VIS COM class on Monday - Pitch to panel |
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| Week 8 | Delivery: A04 Introduction & Partial Completion | ||
| Week 9 |
Guest Presentation: Social Media Strategy: Michelle Jarni |
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| Week 10 | Delivery: Representation | ||
| Week 11 |
Guest Presentation: Drones: Dani Watson |
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| Week 12 | Delivery: Slow Process |
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| Week 13 |
Guest Presentation: Self Publishing - Jessie DiBlasi |
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| Week 14 | Delivery: Immediacy |
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| Week 15 | WATCH LISTEN READ & REVIEW | A04 -Proposal & Presentation due | |
| Week 16 | Assessment Week (proposal & presentation) |
Assessment via VIS COM class on Monday Present to Peers |
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| Week 17 | Feedback & Assessment Week |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None |
References
You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information. |
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The learning Lab
www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, research, oral presentations and through the development, planning and sharing ideas/findings with a panel of industry experts and your peers. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on myRMIT.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1:Inspector Gadget (research project)
Due date: WK2
Identify and evaluate trends and emerging technology and their impact on photo imaging.
Assessment Task 2: Inspiration | Innovation (photographer analysis)
Due date: WK4
Research project based on identifying inspiring trends and emerging technologies used by photographers and evaluating how they have used these trends to enhance their practice.
Assessment Task 3:Elevator Pitch + SWOT Analysis
Due date: WK7
Compete a pitch, SWOT analysis, budget and timeline to realise your folio idea/plan
Assessment Task 4:Proposal & Presentation
Due date: WK15 (Canvas submission WK15 Presentation to peers WK16)
Reflect on your project A03 and present your final pitch, SWOT analysis, budget and timeline – along with 2 x final folio images (folio ready)
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
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. The assessment matrix for this course is available through the course contact in Program administration.
Other Information
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.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/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.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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