Course Title: Refine digital art techniques
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: VART6517C
Course Title: Refine digital art techniques
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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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
Ben Hattingh
ben.hattingh@rmit.edu.au
Janelle Low
janelle.low@rmit.edu.au
Sion Ramsden-Smith
caitlin.ramsden-smith@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 90
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
In this course you will cover the skills and knowledge required to refine digital media techniques and to develop own digital art style in a body of creative work. It involves researching different digital media ideas and techniques, selecting a technique to refine and consolidating the skills associated with this technique through the development of a body of work. This occurs through a process of research, refinement and evaluation, and encompasses animation, video and sound production.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADIG518 Refine digital art techniques |
Element: |
1. Research digital media ideas and techniques |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Research ways other artists have used different digital media techniques 1.2 Investigate how particular digital media techniques work to achieve different technical effects 1.3 Evaluate the relationships between digital media techniques and ideas 1.4 Adapt and use applicable ideas and approaches in own practice, with consideration for intellectual property rights |
Element: |
2. Select digital media techniques for refinement |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate opportunities offered by different digital media techniques for own professional practice 2.2 Determine and compare limitations and constraints of different digital media techniques 2.3 Select digital media technique for refinement |
Element: |
3. Consolidate digital media technique to professional level |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Develop confidence and skill in using digital media technique through practice and experimentation 3.2 Identify and safely resolve technical problems in digital media project based on developing expertise 3.3 Challenge and test own ideas |
Element: |
4. Evaluate own digital media technique |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Evaluate development of own technique in discussion with required personnel 4.2 Discuss concepts and approaches that challenge own individual style with required personnel 4.3 Document ways that experimentation with different techniques has informed own work 4.4 Identify ways in which techniques may be further developed as part of professional practice and build ideas into future work |
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
Week 1 |
Monday (Studio) - Introduction: Folio this semester Delivery: Studio rules, WHS, Folio expectations Studio will be open from 11am for those students wanting to work on their upcoming folio image review 'The Proposal_A01' This will be an in-class workshop on your 1st assignment. The foundations for this assignment were developed in your 1st semester Trends/Visual Communications classes. We look at the changes and/or refinements that you are making to your concept, equipment requirements, timeline planning, budget and method of project management Consultations with teacher Tuesday (Digital) - TUTORIAL - Revision on non-destructive workflow - Raw processing, preparing your base images for print. 'Digital Practice' A02 Asks you to look into possible DIGITAL influence that you are drawing on to complete the concept that you have purposed. Digital Folio development time Introduce personal folio projects in class with focus on digital requirements *A02 Proposal Template - planning Consultations with teacher |
Brief A01 – Proposal, Copyright & Sustainability Brief: A02 – Digital Practice A03b – Digital Folio |
Week 2 |
Monday (Studio) - Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their upcoming folio image review. Consultations with teacher TUTORIAL - Creating the perfect canvas in preparation for print - checking your file ready for print Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A03a - Progressive Feedback
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Week 3 |
Monday (Studio) - Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their upcoming folio after the assessment session. Delivery: referencing & copyright Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their upcoming folio after the assessment session. Tuesday (Digital) - TUTORIAL - Density & Colour Matching a body of work - tricks & tips in digital production Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A01 Proposal, Copyright and Sustainability Due A03a - Progressive Feedback A02 & A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 4 |
Monday (Studio) - Group Feedback/Review Mandatory class critique Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work The start of this class is feedback session where students present the images that they have made for the folio so far and as a part of this assessment students are required to both give and receive feedback from each other and their mentors. Tuesday (Digital) - 💥 wk4 DIGITAL Milestone feedback session💥 TUTORIAL - Colour grading 3 ways Creating the perfect canvas in preparation for print - checking your file ready for print Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
Attendance required A02 & A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 5 |
Monday (Studio) - Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Consultations with teacher dependent on individual student requirements and concept. Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their folio Tuesday (Digital) - TUTORIAL - Luminosity Masks & other ways to use them Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A03a - Progressive Feedback A02 & A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 6 |
Monday (Studio) - Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Consultations with teacher dependent on individual student requirements and concept. Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their folio Tuesday (Digital) - Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A03a - Progressive Feedback A02 & A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 7 |
Monday (Studio) - Group Feedback/Review Mandatory class critique Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work The start of this class is feedback session where students present the images that they have made for the folio so far and as a part of this assessment students are required to both give and receive feedback from each other and their mentors. Studio: Mandatory headshots session for exhibition catalogue Tuesday (Digital) - 💥 wk7 DIGITAL Milestone feedback session💥 Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
Attendance required A03a - Progressive Feedback A02 & A03b - Progressive Feedback |
MID SEMESTER BREAK - No classes |
1st - 5th September |
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Week 8 |
Monday (Studio) - Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Consultations with teacher dependent on individual student requirements and concept. Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their folio Tuesday (Digital) - Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A03a - Progressive Feedback A02 Digital Practice Due A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 9 |
Monday (Studio) - Consultations with teacher dependent on individual student requirements and concept. Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their folio Tuesday (Digital) - Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A03a - Progressive Feedback A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 10 |
Monday (Studio) - Group Feedback/Review Mandatory class critique Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work The start of this class is feedback session where students present the images that they have made for the folio so far and as a part of this assessment students are required to both give and receive feedback from each other and their mentors. Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their upcoming folio after the assessment session. Tuesday (Digital) - 💥 wk10 DIGITAL Milestone feedback session💥 Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
Attendance required (8 new images or as discussed) A03a - Progressive Feedback A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 11 |
Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Monday (Studio) - Consultations with teacher dependent on individual student requirements and concept. Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their folio Tuesday (Digital) - Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A03a - Progressive Feedback A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 12 |
Monday (Studio) - Group Feedback/Review Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Consultations with teacher dependent on individual student requirements and concept. Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their folio Tuesday (Digital) - Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A03a - Progressive Feedback A03b - Progressive Feedback |
Week 13 |
Monday (Studio) - Delivery: Creative studio practice | Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Consultations with teacher dependent on individual student requirements and concept. Studio will be open for those students wanting to work on their folio Tuesday (Digital) - Digital Folio development time Consultations with teacher |
A03a Assessment - Due A03b Assessment - Due |
Week 14 |
Monday (Studio) - Group Feedback/Review Delivery: Teacher feedback | Folio Assignment work Tuesday (Digital) - Final Folio presentations Consultations with teacher dependent on individual student requirements and concept. |
Tuesday (Digital) - Attendance required |
Week 15 |
Monday (Studio) - Final Exhibition Consults/Preparation Delivery: Evaluation & Exhibition Planning. Final Exhibition Consults/Preparation Curatorial meeting Tuesday (Digital) - CUP DAY - NO CLASS |
Monday (Studio) - Attendance required A04 Evaluate and Exhibit CUP DAY NO CLASS |
Week 16 |
Delivery: Evaluation & Exhibition Planning. Final Exhibition Consults/Preparation Curatorial meeting One on One appointments Tuesday (Digital) - ASSESSMENT PERIOD Resubmission Opportunity |
Monday (Studio) - Attendance required A04 Evaluate and Exhibit Due prior to Class |
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 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
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
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 canaccess My Studies through the RMIT websitefor 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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