Course Title: Investigate technologies for the creation of digital art

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2024

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. 

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption. 

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209. 

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus 

 

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: 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

Martin Reftel

reftel.larsmartin@rmit.edu.au

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 through required handling and storage procedures

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 for detailed info and updates.

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.

Semester 1 2024WeekTopicAssessment / Learning activities
Week 1

Course overview

  • Brief Assessment A01, Scale Folio Image

Class Activity: 

  • Workspace setup
    File formats, folder structure and file naming
  • overview of imaging historical, contemporary and emerging imaging technologies
  • research methods

Compositing Techniques 1

  • Selection methods & techniques
  • File structure

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review
Week 2

In Class PRESENTATION:

Scale folio piece - concept presentation.

A01a Scale Pre-production document

PROPOSAL FOR FEEDBACK DUE  START OF CLASS 

 
Week 3

Compositing Techniques - Channel Masking and Pen tool

  • Selection methods & techniques

Students to work in class on class exercises with supervision

Class Activity:

  • Channel Masking & Pen Tool revision
  • Creating shadows
Week 4

Compositing Techniques - Grading and Shading

  • Colour casting using different adjustments

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

Class Activity: 

  • Grading and shading
Week 5

 

Compositing Techniques - Treatment and Blending

  • blending elements, mask refinement, global effects

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

Class Activity:

  • Treatment and Blending
Week 6

In Class Review & Discussion

  • Students are to present their draft folio piece to their peers. As a group, the class will then give feedback on what improvements could be made to the image.

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

Draft A01b Scale folio Image

Due for class review

 
Week 7

1 on 1 feedback and progress meetings

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

 

Mid Semester Break

Week 8

In class Briefing - Assessment A02

  • Alternate Reality folio Briefing

 

Compositing Techniques - Frequency Separation

  • Retouching & Cloning
  • Skin, Hair & Beauty retouching
  • Custom Brushes

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

Class Activity:

  • Frequency Separation

 

A01b Scale Folio Image

DUE PRIOR TO START OF CLASS 
Week 9

Compositing Techniques -

  • Blending Modes & textures

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

 Class Activity:

  • Mapping Textures
Week 10

 

In Class PRESENTATION:

  • Alternative Reality folio piece - concept presentation.

 

A02a Alternate Reality Folio Image Pre-production document

DUE PRIOR TO START OF CLASS

 
Week 11

Compositing Techniques -

  • Grading/Treatment options
  • Local adjustments vs Global adjustments
  • Luminosity masking

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

Class Activity:

  • Luminosity masking
Week 12

Compositing Techniques -

  • Organic Elements (Water, Smoke, Fire, etc)
  • Custom Brushes

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

 

Class Activity:

  • Custom Brushes and Texture Mapping
Week 13

Students are to present their draft folio piece in a

  • 1 on 1 consultation for feedback on what improvements could be made to the image.

 

Draft A02b Alternate Reality folio Image

Due for class review
Week 14

  • Class Activity:

    Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

 
Week 15

1 on 1 feedback and progress meetings

Students to work on assignments with opportunity for consultation/review

 A02b Alternate Reality Folio Image DUE PRIOR TO START OF CLASS
Week 16

Class Activity:

Assessment week and Re-submission opportunity

  


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

The library provides free study support services and resources to help you build your academic skills. This includes subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and other services. You can also access one-on-one consultations through the library. For further information:  

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

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. 


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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