CQUniversity Unit Profile
THTR12104 Production 3
Production 3
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General Information

Overview

In this unit you will develop an intermediate level of technical, creative and performance skills within the context of the presentation of a publicly performed theatrical work. Each succeeding unit in Production will require you to demonstrate a greater degree of interpretative and executant skill development. You will also be introduced to the concept of lighting for the theatre and its associated skills.

Details

Career Level: Undergraduate
Unit Level: Level 2
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 8
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

Mackay

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 Assessment
Weighting: 50%
2. In-class Test(s)
Weighting: 40%
3. Online Quiz(zes)
Weighting: 10%

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.

Unit Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  1. Describe the use and function of lighting for theatrical stage performance
  2. Complete various practical lighting tasks as appropriate for theatrical stage performance
  3. Work independently in the preparation of material for rehearsals and performance
  4. Work collaboratively to create all aspects of a theatre production, include performance, technical and creative tasks as assigned
  5. Synthesize new ideas into performance, technical and creative roles at an intermediate level
  6. Execute, during public performance, various technical and performance roles at an intermediate level, and in a manner appropriate to the genre of theatrical work and the assigned role
  7. Critically reflect on your performance practice and contribution to the team during the major theatrical performance in this unit.
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 4 5 6 7
1 - Practical Assessment - 50%
2 - In-class Test(s) - 40%
3 - Online Quiz(zes) - 10%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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 Assessment - 50%
2 - In-class Test(s) - 40%
3 - Online Quiz(zes) - 10%
Textbooks and Resources

Textbooks

There are no required textbooks.

IT Resources

You will need access to the following IT resources:
  • CQUniversity Student Email
  • Internet
  • Unit Website (Moodle)
  • Microsoft Teams
Referencing Style

All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 7th Edition (APA 7th edition)

For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.

Teaching Contacts
Linda Lorenza Unit Coordinator
l.lorenza@cqu.edu.au
Schedule
Week 1 Begin Date: 08 Mar 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 2 Begin Date: 15 Mar 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 3 Begin Date: 22 Mar 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 4 Begin Date: 29 Mar 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 5 Begin Date: 05 Apr 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic


Vacation Week Begin Date: 12 Apr 2021

Module/Topic

Mid term break

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 6 Begin Date: 19 Apr 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 7 Begin Date: 26 Apr 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 8 Begin Date: 03 May 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 9 Begin Date: 10 May 2021

Module/Topic

Preparation, rehearsals and regular tutorials

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 10 Begin Date: 17 May 2021

Module/Topic

No classes

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Theatre Students Exam Week

Week 11 Begin Date: 24 May 2021

Module/Topic

No classes

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Theatre Students Exam Week 

Week 12 Begin Date: 31 May 2021

Module/Topic


Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Intensive Production Period of 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown'

Review/Exam Week Begin Date: 07 Jun 2021

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Intensive Production Period of 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown'


Praxis - In Class Test Due: Review/Exam Week Monday (7 June 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Exam Week Begin Date: 14 Jun 2021

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Intensive Production Period of 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown'


Practical Assessment Due: Exam Week Monday (14 June 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Self and Peer Assessment Due: Exam Week Monday (14 June 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Assessment Tasks

1 Practical Assessment

Assessment Title
Practical Assessment

Task Description

  • All enrolled students will be required to undertake performing/technical roles in the production(s) scheduled for term 1.
  • Performing roles (all solo and ensemble roles) are allocated by the guest director(s) for the production(s) after the completion of the designated audition period.
  • Technical roles are allocated by the guest director(s) in conjunction with the course coordinator. Expressions of interest for specific technical roles may be sought by the course coordinator, and you may choose to nominate for one of these roles.


Assessment Due Date

Exam Week Monday (14 June 2021) 11:45 pm AEST


Return Date to Students

After the conclusion of the exam period


Weighting
50%

Assessment Criteria

Students will be assessed according to the following criteria:

Intensive production period

  • Punctuality and personal preparation for rehearsals 20%
  • Ability to take direction 20%
  • Ability to synthesize new ideas into performance/technical roles 10%
  • Ability to maintain correct rehearsal discipline 20%

Intensive performance period:

  • Ability to maintain correct performance discipline 10%
  • Ability to execute performance/technical roles 10%
  • Efficient completion of allocated bump-out tasks 10%


Referencing Style

Submission
Offline

Submission Instructions
Practical Assessment

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Work independently in the preparation of material for rehearsals and performance
  • Work collaboratively to create all aspects of a theatre production, include performance, technical and creative tasks as assigned
  • Synthesize new ideas into performance, technical and creative roles at an intermediate level
  • Execute, during public performance, various technical and performance roles at an intermediate level, and in a manner appropriate to the genre of theatrical work and the assigned role


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Work
  • Ethical practice

2 In-class Test(s)

Assessment Title
Praxis - In Class Test

Task Description

Practical assessment

Complete a short practical examination based on work covered in the theatre praxis tutorials. This practical assessment will be held in the end of term examination period.


Assessment Due Date

Review/Exam Week Monday (7 June 2021) 11:45 pm AEST

Practical Assessment


Return Date to Students

After the completion of the exam period


Weighting
40%

Assessment Criteria

Assessment criteria:

Successful completion of the tasks required.


Referencing Style

Submission
Offline

Submission Instructions
In Class Test

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Describe the use and function of lighting for theatrical stage performance
  • Complete various practical lighting tasks as appropriate for theatrical stage performance


Graduate Attributes
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Information Technology Competence

3 Online Quiz(zes)

Assessment Title
Self and Peer Assessment

Task Description

You will be involved in Self and Peer Assessment (SPA) as a part of your participation in the production.

You will be asked to assess your own work in the production and that of your peers (within your own year level only and enrolled in Production 3).

You will be emailed the link to the SPA after the main production period and you will have to complete this SPA within a short period of time as the link will become invalid. As the self and peer assessment (SPA) system relies on email notifications, you are required to regularly access your university email account.


Number of Quizzes

1


Frequency of Quizzes

Other


Assessment Due Date

Exam Week Monday (14 June 2021) 11:45 pm AEST

Assessment is due Sunday June 20 @ 11:45pm


Return Date to Students

After the completion of the exam period


Weighting
10%

Assessment Criteria

You will be asked to rate yourself and each of the students in your year level according to the following criteria:

  • Was dependable and on time in attending all rehearsals and performances
  • Willingly accepted assigned tasks
  • Completed assigned tasks on time
  • Helped others with their work when needed
  • Did work accurately and completely
  • Contributed their fair share of the work
  • Worked well with other group members
  • Overall was a valuable member of the team


Referencing Style

Submission
Online

Submission Instructions
Submit through the SPA Link

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Critically reflect on your performance practice and contribution to the team during the major theatrical performance in this unit.


Graduate Attributes
  • Critical Thinking
  • 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?