Course Title: Refine digital art techniques
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: VART6399C
Course Title: Refine digital art techniques
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5351 - Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging
Course Contact: Nat Morawski
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5583
Course Contact Email: nat.morawski@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 80
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this unit you will be working with digital media to create a folio of work of your choosing with the goal of developing your own distinctive style. This occurs through a process of research, refinement, evaluation and feedback.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADIG508 Refine digital art techniques |
Element: |
1. Research digital media ideas and techniques |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Support professional practice by expanding own knowledge of historical and contemporary digital media practice 1.2 Research ways that other artists have used different digital media techniques 1.3 Investigate how particular digital media techniques work to achieve different technical effects 1.4 Evaluate the relationships between digital media techniques and ideas 1.5 Adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches in own practice, with consideration for intellectual property rights |
Element: |
2. Select digital media techniques for refinement |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate the opportunities offered by different digital media techniques for own professional practice 2.2 Determine limitations and constraints of particular digital media techniques 2.3 Select digital media technique for refinement |
Element: |
3. Consolidate digital media technique to professional level |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Develop confidence and skill in using digital media technique through practice and experimentation 3.2 Identify and safely resolve technical problems in digital media projects based on developing expertise 3.3 Challenge and test own ideas 3.4 Create a coherent body of digital media work that reflects individual style and shows command of selected digital media techniques |
Element: |
4. Evaluate own digital media technique |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Seek feedback from key people to evaluate the development of own technique 4.2 Discuss with key people concepts and approaches that challenge own individual style 4.3 Document ways that experimentation with different techniques has informed own work 4.4 Identify ways in which techniques may be further developed as part of professional practice and build ideas into future work |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to plan and execute a body of work from concept, to creation, and output to both print and screen. This occurs through a process of research, refinement, evaluation and individual mentoring.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning Activities may include but are not limited to:
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations in studio
- Blog/Wiki or other online discussion and participation
- analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- seminars/workshops
- design activities or projects
- group projects
- peer learning
- guest lecture/presentation
- class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project-based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
- visits to galleries and events
- practical placement
- simulated workplace activities.
Teaching Schedule
This is delivered as a clustered course and the assessments are in a blended format with the two units: CUADIG508 Refine digital art techniques and CUAPPR501 - Realise a body of creative work.
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 | NO CLASSES |
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| Week 2 |
Introduction Delivery: The Proposal |
Brief A01 | |
| Week 3 |
Delivery: Community of Practice Consultations |
Brief A02 A01 Proposal Due COB Friday |
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| Week 4 |
Group Feedback/Review Attendance required. |
Progressive Feedback Images Due Prior to Class (4 images or as discussed) |
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| Week 5 | Consultations | ||
| Week 6 | Consultations | A02 Community of Practice Due | |
| Week 7 |
Group Feedback/Review Attendance required. |
Progressive Feedback Images Due Prior to Class (8 images or as discussed) |
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| Week8 | Consultations | ||
| MID SEMESTER BREAK | |||
| Week9 | Consultations | ||
| Week 10 |
Group Feedback/Review Attendance required. Face to Face |
A03 Progressive Assessment Due |
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| Week 11 |
Delivery: Documentation Consultations |
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| Week 12 | Consultations | ||
| Week 13 | Consultations | ||
| Week 14 | Consultations | A04 Project Acquittal/Documentation Due |
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| Week 15 | Folio | A05a Folio Due | |
| Week 16 |
Delivery: Evaluating & Exhibition Planning Consultations |
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| Week 17 | Exhibition Consults |
A05b Evaluate and Exhibit Due Prior to Class |
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| Week 18 | Exhibition Preparation |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://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 tasks in this course include:
- Creation, review and refinement of portfolios of work
- Direct observation of work production and application of a typical workflow in illustrative photo imaging professional practice
Assessment Tasks
Please see Canvas for the specific details of your assessments.
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 expected 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.
| Fri, 23 Jul 2021 | Assignment A01 - Proposal | due by 23:59 |
| Fri, 13 Aug 2021 | Assignment A02 - Community of Practice | due by 23:59 |
| Fri, 17 Sep 2021 | Assignment A03 - Progressive Document | due by 23:59 |
| Fri, 15 Oct 2021 | Assignment A04 - Project Acquittal | due by 23:59 |
| Fri, 22 Oct 2021 | Assignment A05a - The Folio | due by 17:00 |
| Fri, 5 Nov 2021 | Assignment A05b - Evaluate & Exhibit | due by 23:59 |
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
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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