Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: VART6527C
Course Title: Produce digital images
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5431 - Diploma of Interior Design
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61399254759
Course Contact Email: jenny.crowley@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Adam David
adam.david@rmit.edu.au
Yuanita Kuswara
yuanita.kuswara@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce digital images through the exploration and application of different techniques, tools, equipment and materials. It involves exploring ideas and techniques during the planning process, preparing resources to create digital images and creating finished digital images.
The unit applies to those developing expertise with digital imagery to produce photo images or digital art.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADIG315 Produce digital images |
Element: |
1. Plan digital imaging work |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Explore techniques for digital imagery in consultation with required personnel 1.2 Review historical and contemporary digital imaging practice as a potential source of ideas 1.3 Discuss and explore ideas for digital imaging with required personnel 1.4 Assess capabilities of digital imaging techniques through practice and adaptation 1.5 Select techniques that best support the ideas for own creative work |
Element: |
2. Prepare digital imaging resources |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Select and organise digital imaging tools, equipment and materials suited to chosen work 2.2 Prepare resources based on the needs of the work 2.3 Identify and address intellectual property requirements |
Element: |
3. Create finished digital images |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use and adapt digital imaging techniques incorporating principles and elements of design 3.2 Review work in progress and adjust as required to finalise work 3.3 Document work processes for future reference 3.4 Store digital imaging resources according to organisational procedures 3.5 Seek feedback from required personnel and use to improve own technical and creative digital imagery skills |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to the Elements and Performance Criteria.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place this semester with a blended classroom model using industry standard tools and resources. Some classes maybe scheduled to be on campus, and some may be in a remote (virtual) learning mode online.
Refer to your Course schedule and Canvas shells for specific information on how each of your courses is delivered this semester.
You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Reference mode of delivery for this course is a blended approach / studio-based delivery.
On campus class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project-based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
• Class presentations
• Independent project-based work
• Site visits (observations)
• Studio Practice
Virtual In-class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project-based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
• Class presentations
• Online research
• Independent project-based work
• Site visits (observations)
• Studio Practice
Out-of-class activities will include:
• Online investigation
• Independent project-based work
• Gallery/Exhibition visits
Teaching Schedule
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Assessment Task 2 - Briefing |
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Assessment Task 2 - Briefing for WIP Submission 1 |
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Assessment Task 2 WIP Submission 1 Due |
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Assessment Task 2 - Briefing for WIP Submission 2 |
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Assessment Task 2 WIP Submission 2 Due |
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Assessment Task 2 Final Submission Due |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Library support
The University Library has extensive resources for Interior Design and Decoration students.
The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies https://rmit.libguides.com/interior-design
The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/study/referencing
Study and Learning support
Would you like to get better at studying, writing, or researching for your assignments?
The Library has everything you need to develop your academic skills, improve your marks and save time.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Overview of Assessment
In order to be deemed competent for this unit, students need to complete satisfactorily two (2) assessment tasks including a knowledge assessment task and a product assessment task.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions due week 5
Assessment Task 2: Research and Develop Digital Images due week 16
Note: Assessment Task details, marking guides and assessment rubrics for each task are available on Canvas. Additional information and support will be provided in class throughout the semester.
Assessment / Late Submission
This course is delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment.
CA: Competency achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did Not Submit for Assessment
SEC: Stopped engagement in course
WDR: Withdrawn from course
All work for Assessable Tasks is required to be submitted on the due date and time as outlined in each Assessment Task. Exceptions will apply for approved ELS plans, an application for Special Consideration, or if an approved Extension of Time is in place before the task’s due date.
Special Consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level.
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an Extension of Time for the relevant assessable work.
Please see the following access for the details on applying for an Extension of Time to assessments;
Special consideration:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Application for Extension of Time:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Equitable Assessment Arrangements (EAA):
If your work is incomplete, you are strongly encouraged to submit your work on the due date in order to meet the submission requirements. Should your work not demonstrate all competencies relevant to the Assessment Task, you may be asked to revise and resubmit your submission within 2 working days.
Assessment Matrix
An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency is available from the course contact person (stated above)
Other Information
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio-based exercises, demonstrations and project work.
It is strongly advised that you attend ALL sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities and maximise your opportunity to be successful in this course.
Canvas
You will use Canvas to access your course content, course updates and announcements, submit assignments, and receive grades and feedback:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/canvas
Student Feedback at RMIT:
You will receive both verbal and written feedback on your Assessment Tasks from your teacher and your peers. This feedback will include suggestions on how you can progress your Assessment Tasks to develop, refine or improve your project outcomes.
The following link is an outline and ways that you will receive your feedback at RMIT:
Student Progress Monitoring
Academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
Please see the following access to the Student Progress Policy website:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Submitting Assessments onto Canvas
Guide to submitting Assessments on Canvas:
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and Academic Integrity.
Please see the following to access more information on Academic Integrity at RMIT:
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
IT Orientation:
It's time to get ready; refer to the following website for more information:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/new-student-guide
Course Overview: Access Course Overview