CQUniversity Unit Profile
MMST11009 Digital Video and Audio
Digital Video and Audio
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General Information

Overview

In this unit, students will be introduced to fundamental digital video and audio skills and knowledge. By engaging with activities that integrate practical skills and conceptual understanding, students will be able to produce digital audio and video content for a range of contexts appropriate to the digital content industries.

Details

Career Level: Undergraduate
Unit Level: Level 1
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 10
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

There are no requisites for this unit.

Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Offerings For Term 1 - 2021

Brisbane
Bundaberg
Cairns
Mackay
Online
Rockhampton

Attendance Requirements

All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).

Class and Assessment Overview

Recommended Student Time Commitment

Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.

Class Timetable

Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Assessment Overview

1. Practical and Written Assessment
Weighting: 10%
2. Practical and Written Assessment
Weighting: 30%
3. Practical and Written Assessment
Weighting: 60%

Assessment Grading

This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.

Previous Student Feedback

Feedback, Recommendations and Responses

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Assessment Committee

Feedback

The number of High Distinction grades awarded to students has been very low for the past few years.

Recommendation

The assessment tasks will be reviewed to ensure that the expectations of the unit are consistent with other Level 1 units and the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Feedback from Digital Media teaching team

Feedback

At the 2019 Digital Media Planning Days, academic staff discussed improvements that could be made to the MMST11009 curriculum and assessment tasks, now that new screen production units have been introduced.

Recommendation

The curriculum, learning resources and assessment tasks will be reviewed with the aim of focusing on fundamental skills, and ensuring that the unit is pitched at the right level.

Unit Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  1. demonstrate competency in fundamental digital video and audio editing and production skills
  2. demonstrate an understanding of fundamental video and audio design principles
  3. apply knowledge and understanding about audio and video and their application in contemporary digital content industries.
Alignment of Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Graduate Attributes
N/A Level
Introductory Level
Intermediate Level
Graduate Level
Professional Level
Advanced Level

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes

Assessment Tasks Learning Outcomes
1 2 3
1 - Practical and Written Assessment - 10%
2 - Practical and Written Assessment - 30%
3 - Practical and Written Assessment - 60%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes Learning Outcomes
1 2 3
1 - Communication
2 - Problem Solving
3 - Critical Thinking
4 - Information Literacy
5 - Team Work
6 - Information Technology Competence
7 - Cross Cultural Competence
8 - Ethical practice
9 - Social Innovation
10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes

Assessment Tasks Graduate Attributes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 - Practical and Written Assessment - 10%
2 - Practical and Written Assessment - 30%
3 - Practical and Written Assessment - 60%
Textbooks and Resources

Textbooks

Prescribed

Video production 101: Delivering the Message

Edition: 1st edn (2014)
Authors: Manriquez, Antonio; McCluskey, Tom
Pearson Higher Ed
USA
ISBN: 9780133819922
Binding: eBook
Supplementary

Cutting Rhythms Shaping the Film Edit

(2009)
Authors: Pearlman, K
Elsevier, Burlington
ISBN: 9780080927763
Binding: Paperback
Supplementary

Framed Ink: Drawing and Composition for Visual Storytellers

(2010)
Authors: Marcos Mateu-Mestre
Design Studio Press, California
CA , USA
Binding: Paperback
Supplementary

Living With A Creative Mind

(2011)
Authors: Jeff Crabtree and Julie Crabtree
Zebra Collective,
ISBN: 9780987104601
Binding: Paperback
Supplementary

The Shut Up And Shoot Freelance Video Guide

(2014)
Authors: Anthony Artis
Focal Press
ISBN: 9780240824154
Binding: Paperback
Supplementary

Voice & Vision: A Creative Approach to Narrative Film and DV Production

(2012)
Authors: Mick Hurbis-Cherrier
Focal Press
ISBN: 978-0-240-81158-1
Binding: Paperback

Additional Textbook Information

The prescribed textbook for this unit (ie. Video production 101: Delivering the Message) is accessed online for free through the CQUni library: https://www.safaribooksonline.com/library/view/video-production-101/9780133819922/

The supplementary texts can also be accessed at the Library. However, if you prefer to purchase your own copy, you can see the CQUni Bookshop here: http://bookshop.cqu.edu.au (search on the Unit code).

IT Resources

You will need access to the following IT resources:
  • CQUniversity Student Email
  • Internet
  • Unit Website (Moodle)
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere 1.5 above
  • All students will require access to a camera and microphone to complete this Unit
  • All students will require access to editing software and hardware to complete this Unit
  • All students must regularly check CQU university emails and read Moodle Forums and messages
Referencing Style

All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: Harvard (author-date)

For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.

Teaching Contacts
Jan Cattoni Unit Coordinator
j.cattoni@cqu.edu.au
Schedule
Week 1 Begin Date: 08 Mar 2021

Module/Topic

Introduction to the Unit

Visual Language:

Screen vocabulary

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 2 Begin Date: 15 Mar 2021

Module/Topic

Visual Language:

Editing Essentials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 3 Begin Date: 22 Mar 2021

Module/Topic

Visual Language:

Creating Continuity

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Peer Review


Visual Sequence Edit Due: Week 3 Friday (26 Mar 2021) 10:00 pm AEST
Week 4 Begin Date: 29 Mar 2021

Module/Topic

Pre-Production: Developing Your Story

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 5 Begin Date: 05 Apr 2021

Module/Topic

Pre-Production: Pitch Documents

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Vacation Week Begin Date: 12 Apr 2021

Module/Topic

 No Classes

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 6 Begin Date: 19 Apr 2021

Module/Topic

Pre-Production: Pitching your Project

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 7 Begin Date: 26 Apr 2021

Module/Topic

Pre-Production: Legal and Ethical Frameworks

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Pitch & Pre-Production Package Due: Week 7 Friday (30 Apr 2021) 10:00 pm AEST
Week 8 Begin Date: 03 May 2021

Module/Topic

Production: Working on Location

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 9 Begin Date: 10 May 2021

Module/Topic

Post-Production: Creating Your Rough Cut

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 10 Begin Date: 17 May 2021

Module/Topic

Post-Production: Receiving and Responding to Feedback

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Rough Cut Screenings for Peer Review

Week 11 Begin Date: 24 May 2021

Module/Topic

Post-Production: Fine Cutting Audio and Vision

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 12 Begin Date: 31 May 2021

Module/Topic

Post-Production: Final Checks

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Final Movie Due: Week 12 Friday (4 June 2021) 10:00 pm AEST
Review/Exam Week Begin Date: 07 Jun 2021

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Exam Week Begin Date: 14 Jun 2021

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Tasks

1 Practical and Written Assessment

Assessment Title
Visual Sequence Edit

Task Description

For this assessment, you are required to create a short 60 second video sequence from existing footage and sound.

There are two parts to this assessment:

Part A: 1-minute video sequence, using supplied footage and sounds

Part B: Self-Assessment and Peer Review


Assessment Due Date

Week 3 Friday (26 Mar 2021) 10:00 pm AEST

See Full Assessment Brief on Unit Moodle Site


Return Date to Students

Week 6 Friday (23 Apr 2021)

Assessment will be returned to student within two weeks of submission


Weighting
10%

Assessment Criteria

Please refer to the Full Assessment Brief on the Unit Moodle site for full details of the Assessment Criteria


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Submission Instructions
Please refer to the Full Assessment Brief on the Unit Moodle site for full details of the submission requirements

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • demonstrate competency in fundamental digital video and audio editing and production skills
  • demonstrate an understanding of fundamental video and audio design principles
  • apply knowledge and understanding about audio and video and their application in contemporary digital content industries.


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Information Literacy
  • Information Technology Competence
  • Cross Cultural Competence
  • Ethical practice

2 Practical and Written Assessment

Assessment Title
Pitch & Pre-Production Package

Task Description

Assessment 2 is the research and planning stage for the final production task in Assessment 3. Pitching takes on many forms and is used in the creative industries to secure investment and funding for projects. This assessment task is designed to introduce you to the process of pitching your ideas and plans to a group.

There are 2 parts to the assessment:

Part A: Submission of a short pitch video

Part B: Submission of pitch documents and files as outlined in the full assessment brief on the Unit Moodle site.


Assessment Due Date

Week 7 Friday (30 Apr 2021) 10:00 pm AEST

See Full Assessment Brief on Unit Moodle Site


Return Date to Students

Week 9 Friday (14 May 2021)

Assessment will be returned to student within two weeks of submission


Weighting
30%

Assessment Criteria

See Full Assessment Brief on Unit Moodle Site for Assessment Criteria


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Submission Instructions
See Full Assessment Brief on Unit Moodle Site for submission requirements.

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • demonstrate competency in fundamental digital video and audio editing and production skills
  • demonstrate an understanding of fundamental video and audio design principles
  • apply knowledge and understanding about audio and video and their application in contemporary digital content industries.


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Information Literacy
  • Information Technology Competence
  • Cross Cultural Competence
  • Ethical practice

3 Practical and Written Assessment

Assessment Title
Final Movie

Task Description

Assessment 3 requires you to implement your project plan outlined in Assessment 2 in the creation of a 60 second fictional or factual movie.

There are 3 parts to the assessment:

Part A: Production of your final 60 second video

Part B: Submission of an Electronic Press Kit

Part C: Self-Assessment and Peer Review


Assessment Due Date

Week 12 Friday (4 June 2021) 10:00 pm AEST

See Full Assessment Brief on Unit Moodle Site


Return Date to Students

Exam Week Friday (18 June 2021)

Assessment will be returned to student within two weeks of submission


Weighting
60%

Assessment Criteria

See Full Assessment Brief on Unit Moodle Site for Assessment Criteria


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Submission Instructions
See Full Assessment Brief on Unit Moodle Site for Submission Requirements

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • demonstrate competency in fundamental digital video and audio editing and production skills
  • demonstrate an understanding of fundamental video and audio design principles
  • apply knowledge and understanding about audio and video and their application in contemporary digital content industries.


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Information Literacy
  • Information Technology Competence
  • Cross Cultural Competence
  • Ethical practice

Academic Integrity Statement

As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.

Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.

When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.

Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.

As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.

What is a breach of academic integrity?

A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.

Why is academic integrity important?

A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.

Where can I get assistance?

For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.

What can you do to act with integrity?