Course Title: Edit digital content for fast turnaround
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: COMM5471C
Course Title: Edit digital content for fast turnaround
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5413 - Diploma of Screen and Media (Animation, Gaming and Visual Effects)
Course Contact: Jesse Roberts
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4107
Course Contact Email: jesse.roberts2@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Program Coordinator: Nat Bates
nat.bates@rmit.edu.au
9925 3326
Teacher: Eneti Waretini
eneti.waretini@rmit.edu.au
9925 4815
Teacher: Mark Johnson
mark.johnson3@rmit.edu.au
9925 4815
Nominal Hours: 30
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 develop the skills and knowledge required to use non-linear digital facilities to edit digital content for fast turnaround. This involves identify and preparing source materials, undertaking edits of materials, assembling vision, sound and effects, and finalising edits according to production requirements.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPOS411 Edit digital content for fast turnaround |
Element: |
1. Prepare for edit |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Clarify production requirements in consultation with required personnel and with reference to documentation as required 1.2 Confirm editing equipment and software are in working condition 1.3 Identify and prepare source materials for off-line and online editing 1.4 Assess materials for editing against required technical and creative criteria in consultation with required production personnel 1.5 Agree on replacement material or editing approach and overcome technical problems identified with source materials 1.6 Review source materials and visualise look of final edited sequences |
Element: |
2. Commence editing process |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Check compatibility of source materials with editing equipment and monitor capture for sound and image quality 2.2 Create and edit decision list noting in and out points for each edit, as time allows 2.3 Maintain documentation of editing instructions according to production requirements 2.4 Prioritise and select materials according to production requirements 2.5 Arrange and present selected material and ensure intended meaning of words and images are retained 2.6 Identify ways other materials may clarify and enhance final edit |
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3. Assemble vision and sound |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Check technical and creative criteria of edit meet production requirements with required personnel 3.2 Assemble content and produce coherent images and sound according to standard editing conventions 3.3 Confirm assembled materials meet production requirements and transmission criteria 3.4 Insert transitions, special effects and additional materials as required 3.5 Make compromises between content and quality that meet production timelines |
Element: |
4. Finalise edits |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Review assembled online or off-line edits with required production personnel 4.2 Implement changes as required and finalise edit according to production timelines 4.3 Complete necessary documentation and archive source materials according to organisational procedures 4.4 Report problems encountered with completing edits to required personnel 4.5 Provide media and information required for successful transmission of edited material 4.6 Evaluate own performance against technical and creative criteria and discuss with required personnel |
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
In class learning activities may include, but are not limited to:
• lectures and/or lab work
• teacher directed group activities and projects
• concept development of group and individual projects
• group discussions and class presentations
• peer and teacher feedback
• WIP (work in progress) reviews
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
Out of class activities may include, but are not limited to:
• maintaining secure daily backups of all assessment and project data to your RMIT OneDrive account
• accessing online tutorial resources
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
• class excursions to events and locations outside of RMIT
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.
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Homework: screen capture gaming footage |
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AT1 Game promo edit |
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Week 8 |
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AT2 Movie trailer edit |
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Week 12 |
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AT3 Sport video edit |
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Week 16 |
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AT4 Tutorial video edit |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
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 presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. 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 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
Assignment 01: Game promo edit
You will create a promotional video for a video game using your own footage and the client brief provided to you.
Due week 4
Assignment 02: Movie trailer edit
You will create a promotional movie trailer using the materials and the client brief provided to you.
Due week 8
Assignment 03: Sport video edit
You will create a promotional video for RMIT Sport using your own footage and the client brief provided to you.
Due week 12
Assignment 04: Tutorial video edit
You will create a tutorial video for a software task using your own footage and the client brief provided to you.
Due week 16
Assessment in this course uses the following grades:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix for this course demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the 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.
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises. You are strongly advised to 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.
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.
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