Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5421 Diploma of Screen and Media

Course Title: Create digital visual effects

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 80

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Course Contact: Chris Paterson

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5000

Course Contact Email: christopher.paterson@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use different industry software applications and material to create digital visual effects sequences for projects in film, television, games or digital media productions.

The unit applies to those who combine elements into the final image while retaining the established style and continuity of the project. They work collaboratively with a production team in 3D animation to meet production deadlines.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Nil

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:	CUAANM412 Create digital visual effects
Elements:	1. Clarify work requirements 2. Prepare components required for creating visual effects 3. Assemble previsualisations 4. Produce visual effects 5. Finalise visual effects

Learning Outcomes

Refer to the elements and performance criteria

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/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.