Course Title: Investigate technologies for the creation of digital art
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: GRAP5407C
Course Title: Investigate technologies for the creation of digital art
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5411 - Diploma of Photography and Digital Imaging
Course Contact: Joel Rainford
Course Contact Phone: +61399258193
Course Contact Email: joel.rainford@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 80
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 required.
Course Description
This course describes the skills and knowledge required to further application of technologies in own creative practice. It involves researching different technologies, exploring them in-depth and applying different technologies to one’s own work.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADIG519 Investigate technologies for the creation of digital art |
Element: |
1. Research digital technologies |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Evaluate current, emerging and experimental digital technologies and equipment applicable to artistic practice 1.2 Research the capabilities of different digital technologies and equipment to achieve different effects 1.3 Determine cost and supply issues for different technologies and equipment |
Element: |
2 Select digital technologies for in-depth exploration |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Assess the creative and professional opportunities offered by different technologies 2.2 Determine limitations and constraints of different technologies 2.3 Discuss the characteristics and opportunities of different digital art technologies with required personnel 2.4 Select technologies that suit own artistic practice and apply according to safety requirements |
Element: |
3 Integrate technologies into own work |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Experiment with technologies to challenge and extend their capabilities for use in own artistic works 3.2 Develop own ways of working with technologies to achieve desired outcomes |
Element: |
4 Manage digital technologies in professional practice |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Establish systems to maintain currency of knowledge of digital art technologies 4.2 Maintain the quality and life of equipment and consumables t |
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.
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
Please refer to Canvas.
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.
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Course overview
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Class Activity:
Compositing Techniques 1
Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
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In Class PRESENTATION: Scale folio piece - concept presentation. |
A01a Scale Pre-production document DUE PRIOR TO START OF CLASS |
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| Week 3 |
Compositing Techniques - Channel Masking and Pen tool
Students to work in class on class exercises with supervision |
Class Activity:
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| Week 4 |
Compositing Techniques - Grading and Shading
Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
Class Activity:
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| Week 5 |
Compositing Techniques - Treatment and Blending
Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
Class Activity:
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| Week 6 |
In Class Review & Discussion
Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
Draft A01b Scale folio Image Due for class review |
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| Week 7 |
1 on 1 feedback and progress meetings Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
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| Week 8 |
In class Briefing - Assessment A02
Compositing Techniques - Frequency Separation
Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
Class Activity:
A01b Scale Folio Image DUE PRIOR TO START OF CLASS |
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| Week 9 |
In Class PRESENTATION:
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A02a Alternate Reality Folio Image Pre-production document DUE PRIOR TO START OF CLASS |
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| Week 10 |
Compositing Techniques -
Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
Class Activity:
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| Week 11 |
Compositing Techniques -
Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
Class Activity:
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| Week 12 |
Compositing Techniques -
Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
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| Week 13 |
1 on 1 feedback and progress meetings Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
Draft A02b Alternate Reality folio Image Due for class review |
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| Week 14 |
Students are to present their draft folio piece in a
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| Week 15 |
1 on 1 feedback and progress meetings Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review |
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| Week 16 |
Class Activity:
Re-submission opportunity |
A02b Alternate Reality Folio Image DUE PRIOR TO START OF CLASS |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
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https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
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 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.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
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. 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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