Course Title: Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2016
Course Code: EEET6846C
Course Title: Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4348 - Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services
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
Teacher: Rebekha Naim
Phone: 03 9925 4849
Email: rebekha.naim@rmit.edu.au
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
Experienced lighting technicians or operators in the screen, media and entertainment industries are expected to be creative and innovative in their implementation of lighting schemas across a diverse range of productions. In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to set up a lighting control system, and to use the more complex functions of a console. Skills in lighting console operation are developed through practice and you will learn to work autonomously and in a team environment as you take responsibility for operating lighting consoles to create quality lighting for live events.
This unit is delivered and assessed with CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment and BSBWHS404A Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUFLGT402A Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects |
Element: |
1. Connect and format control system for productions |
Performance Criteria: |
1. Correctly connect dimmers to control desk/console through appropriate control protocols and check to ensure designer's control channel requirements can be achieved 2. Make correct connection to peripheral accessories and control devices, including display, storage and printing equipment 3. Check system for nature of soft patch inherited from previous production and check against default or production soft patch or patch according to enterprise requirements 4. Integrate geographic, grouping, scaling and use of peripheral accessories into the patching process 5. Check dimmers to ensure that they are receiving data and are operating correctly in relationship to required production parameters 6. Complete set-up tasks according to OHS requirements and test control systems for overall functionality 7. Establish, connect and test remote controls for relevant production personnel |
Element: |
2. Plot and operate advanced cue types |
Performance Criteria: |
8. Liaise with relevant production personnel to determine the nature of cue type required and use console appropriately to demonstrate capabilities 9. Make available the elements required for the cue type and correctly record 10. Demonstrate cue types to relevant production personnel in accordance with appropriate documentation and modify as required |
Element: |
3. Plot and operate effects |
Performance Criteria: |
11. Liaise with relevant production personnel to discuss the types of effect required, and the capacity of the console to produce such effects 12. Correctly use the effects menu, providing demonstrations to colleagues as required 13. Correctly identify the steps needed to record a chosen effect and complete these in a logical sequence 14. Demonstrate effects to relevant production personnel, make appropriate modifications as required and rehearse with relevant items and personnel |
Element: |
4. Solve lighting problems during performance |
Performance Criteria: |
15. Correctly and promptly identify lighting problems 16. Use knowledge of control desk/console features and functions to develop solutions to problems without disruption to performance 17. Assess the scope of the problem and make decisions for action within scope of individual responsibility |
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.
You will also:
- have mastered the basic elements of lighting design and their impact on the set-up of lighting control systems
- be able to set up a lighting control system, and to use the more complex functions of a console.
Details of Learning Activities
• practical demonstrations and group work in studio
• lecture and class discussions
• peer learning
• hands on learning
• group activities, including peer/lecturer feedback
• setting-up, operating and packing down lighting systems
• simulated and real workplaces
Out of-class self-directed learner activities for this course include, but are not limited to; private research, revision of notes to reinforce classroom content, preparation for assessment, possible out of class assessment tasks. This will be monitored during classes through question/answer sessions.
Teaching Schedule
Note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
| Class number | Topics/Themes | Activities | Assessment | Elements |
| 1 | What is involved in Production Lighting, who has done it and what is involved. Safety considerations. Power loading and different types of power outlets. The role of lighting and lighting crew in productions. | Lecture and class discussion | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1 |
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| 2 | What is this? Covers equipment recognition, care and maintenance, rigging and documentation required in Production Lighting | Demonstration session | Prepare 1, Prepare 1 and WHS 1-4 | |
| 3 | Initial observations of students putting all elements and critical aspects of evidence into practice |
1. ’Lighting angles’ prac in groups of 3-4. 2. Colour session - all students to produce a given colour with the LED fixtures |
Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 4 | DMX 512 lighting protocol explained, how lighting systems are connected together and controlled. Lighting documentation and procedures | Online videos via Blackboard, class discussion using the whiteboard and Blackboard resources | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 5 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 6 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1 | |
| 7 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 8 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 9 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 10 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Assessment Task 1 | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 |
| 11 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 12 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 |
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| 13 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 14 | Practical work; setting-up, trouble shooting, operating and packing down a lighting system | In small cooperative teams (2-3) you will safely clarify, prepare, rig, patch, focus and disassemble a small lighting system or part of a complex lighting system according to the lighting plan, schematic and resource list or assessors instructions | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 15 | Review of lighting knowledge and development of design skills | Prac work; in teams of 2 students will develop a lighting plan, schematic, equipment list, and cue sheet for a band in Kaliede Theatre. | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1 | |
| 16 | What is invloved in Operating Production Lighting; roles and expectations of operators; a typical 2-preset desk | 1. XY board demonstration session. 2. Worksheets x 2 | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1 | |
| 17 | Patching, programming and operating a typical 2-preset desk. Introduction to lighting notation, cues and related protocols | You will soft-patch, program a scene and chase on the Smart Fade, Maxium x 2 or Quadpack | Assessment Task 2 | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 |
| 18 | Patching and programming a typical 2-preset desk. Operating the show | In groups of 3 you are to set-up, patch and program a 2-present desk for a small show then operate the show in class | Assessment Task 2 | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 |
| 19 | Patching and programming a complex desk using lighting notation, cues and related protocols | In groups of 3 you are to set-up and program a complex lighting desk for a small show then operate the show in class | Assessment Task 2 | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 |
| 20 | Programming of a complex lighting desk | In groups of 3 you are to set-up and program a different complex lighting desk from last week, for a small show then operate the show in class | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 21 | Program and operate a lighting lighting cues and effects | In groups of 3 you are to set-up and program a different complex lighting desk from last week, for a small show then operate the show in class | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 | |
| 22 | Review of lighting protocols and knowledge | Lighting Quiz, Crossword and Worksheets (x2). | Prepare 1-7, Operate 1- 4 and WHS 1-5 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None |
References
You are advised to look at the course links and references in Blackboard for ongoing updated information. |
Other Resources
Your teacher will provide you with the necessary resources in classes and it is recommended that you bring note taking materials, a multitool, torch, electrical tape, small shifter and steel cap shoes.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course will involve demonstration of practical tasks and testing of underpinning theory knowledge.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.This unit is assessed with CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment and BSBWHS404A Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control.
You will receive written feedback on all assessment (refer to MyRMIT for assessment criteria). Once you have demonstrated competency, your assessment task will be graded (refer to Blackboard for grading rubric).
Assessment Task 1: Work Health and Safety Test
Blackboard test to assess your current knowledge of WHS legislation, understanding of risk and evaluation of a range of risk controls in given scenarios.
This assessment is to be completed at home between in classes 10 and 11, with verbal feedback in class 11.
Assessment Task 2: Production lighting work (Graded) at Bakehouse Studios in Richmond
You are expected to set-up, record and operate lighting cues and effects for various musicians, according to the plan, in an effective team, following OH&S standards and codes of behaviour.
Evidence gathering includes;
• Verbal questioning and observation to asses candidates range of technical lighting knowledge and manual techniques
• Verbal questioning and observation to asses candidates safe working practices and teamwork skills produced by the candidate
This assessment will occur in Sem 1 weeks 8-10 with verbal feedback in person on the day and also in writing in the last class.
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
The marking guide criteria for this assessment can be found on the course Blackboard site.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix is available in Blackboard.
Other Information
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Cover Sheet for Submissions: You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=x3ddsmsrwa1hz
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/browse;ID=qwxbqbg739rl1
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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/browse;ID=az8fl470ucg41
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