Course Title: Manage media assets

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2017

Course Code: VART6383C

Course Title: Manage media assets

School: 345T Media and Communication

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6151 - Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media

Course Contact: Program Administration

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815

Course Contact Email: mcvet@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Angela How

Email: angela.how@rmit.edu.au

Phone: 9925 4350

Nominal Hours: 40

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 cover skills and knowledge required to implement systems and processes to manage media assets for screen productions and digital projects.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUAPOS402 Manage media assets

Element:

1. Establish procedures for managing content and outputs

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Confirm media asset management requirements with relevant personnel 1.2 Set up file naming system for projects based on standard conventions and protocols 1.3 Source and review storage repository and back-up systems appropriate for projects 1.4 Set up processes to record information required for tracking formal documents and media assets 1.5 Establish conventions for recording progress and locations of media assets 1.6 Develop strategies for tracking and recording media assets 1.7 Brief team members on the media asset management system, including the process for advising personnel of problems encountered as the system is implemented

Element:

2. Record documentation and media assets

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Document sources of media assets according to enterprise procedures 2.2 Document progress and details of a range of project outputs 2.3 Maintain records of technical information on work in progress 2.4 Maintain copyright and permissions information 2.5 Track media assets and record information according to established system 2.6 Maintain version control and identify status of interim products, prototypes and other media assets 2.7 Respond to and resolve problems encountered as the system is implemented, seeking specialist assistance as required

Element:

3. Finalise projects

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Confirm procedures and schedule for signing-off projects with relevant personnel 3.2 Determine requirements for archiving 3.3 File and index formal documents and scripts according to agreed project or enterprise procedures and timelines 3.4 Archive media assets in established repository system in line with industry practice 3.5 Check relevant personnel have ongoing access to formal documents and media assets developed for projects 3.6 Review effectiveness of the media asset management system and note areas for future improvement


Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this competency, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and processes to manage media assets for screen productions and digital projects.


Details of Learning Activities

In-class learning activities include, but are not limited to:

  • demonstration and practical application
  • peer teaching and class presentations
  • group discussions
  • screenings
  • online research
  • independent project based work
  • teacher directed group activities/projects
  • group planning and development of scoreboards for assessment 

Out-of class activities include, but are not limited to:

  • reading set texts
  • research
  • screenings
  • production work
  • independent project based work


Teaching Schedule

 

Week            

Class Content

Assessment
1

Overview of the course, assessment and facilities

Data management procedures and protocols

File naming and storage systems

Digital video and audio formats

Progress reporting  and tracking media

Data flow and version control

Back up and archiving

Copyright and data ownership

Working with NLE's

Includes class exercises and discussion

 
2

Assessment Task 1 (un-graded): File structure and accessing data

Revision of week 1 (semester 2)

Includes class exercises and discussion

Assessment Task 1 (un-graded): File structure and accessing data
3

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
4

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
5

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
6

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
7

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
8

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
9

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
10

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
11

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
12

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
13

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
14

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
15

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production
16

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production

Note 1: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Manage Media Assests Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables - handout and on Blackboard

Note 2: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work or crew on productions

Assessment Task 2 (graded): Major Production


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

Clark B, Spohr S Guide to Post Production for Film and TV Focal Press 2002

Arundale S, Trieu T Modern Post: Workflows and Techniques for Digital Filmmakers Focal Press 2015


Other Resources

Other resources for this course are available on Blackboard


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge of course content is assessed through participation in practical exercises, knowledge assessment tasks and practical projects.


Assessment Tasks

To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessments to a satisfactory standard.

You will receive feedback on all assessments and where indicated, you will receive  a grade. Graded assessment tasks are equally weighted and will determine your final result for this course.

ASSESSMENT TASK (ungraded):

Assessment Task 1 - File structure and accessing data (ungraded). This is a studio based practical to be completed on campus and a post production schedule and questionnaire to be completed off campus. Due Date: week 2

ASSESSMENT TASK (graded):

Assessment Task 2 - Major Production (graded). This is completing media management for an approved production. Due Date: Rolling assessment, please see assessment schedule (on blackboard), weeks 3 to 16.

Assessment Tasks 1 and 2 to finalised by no later than end of semester 2 Week 16

Graded assessment in this course uses the following grades:

CHD      Competent with High Distinction
CDI        Competent with Distinction
CC         Competent with Credit
CAG      Competency Achieved - Graded
NYC      Not Yet Competent
DNS      Did Not Submit for Assessment


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrated alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in 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: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students

Cover Sheet for Submissions:

You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.

http://mams.rmit.edu.au/s1llva641yxuz.pdf

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.

Assessment Feedback:

You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work.  Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/assessment-policy

Student Progress:

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress

Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):

If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/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.

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

 

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