Part A: Course Overview

Program: C4422 Certificate IV in Screen and Media

Course Title: Shoot material for screen productions

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 80

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Terms

Course Code	Campus	Career	School	Learning Mode	Teaching Period(s)
COMM7379C	City Campus	TAFE	515T Creative Industries	Face-to-Face or Internet	Term1 2023, Term2 2023, Term1 2024, Term2 2024, Term1 2025

Course Contact: Suzanne Thomson

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8428

Course Contact Email: suzanne.thomson@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This course describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to shoot screen material using a single-camera.

Camera operators apply the skills and knowledge described in this course. Their prime responsibility is to capture screen images using a range of video equipment. Operators in this context generally work under direction but perform all camera, sound and lighting functions. Occasionally they will be assisted by a camera assistant or sound recordist. On occasion, they may be required to assist other camera operators with the movement and handling of cameras and cables.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None.

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:	CUACAM311 Shoot material for screen productions
Elements:	1. Prepare for shoots 2. Set up on location 3. Set up lighting 4. Position and operate camera 5. Manipulate cables and camera positioning 6. Wrap up shoots

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will be able to shoot single camera productions, performing all camera, sound and lighting functions.

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.