Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5421 Diploma of Screen and Media

Course Title: Perform primary and secondary colour correction

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 60

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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 do high resolution conform and colour grading of moving images. It involves interpreting briefs and preparing assets for colour grading, before completing primary and secondary colour grading.

The unit applies to those who work in television and digital cinema, and use and manipulate colour to create the overall look and colour of the final product. Colourists work with directors, producers, post-production supervisors, editors, audio post-production and technical staff.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Nil

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:	CUAPOS512 Perform primary and secondary colour correction
Elements:	1. Clarify post-production briefs 2. Prepare assets for colour grade 3. Perform primary colour grade 4. Perform secondary colour grade 5. Create and output deliverables

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.