Diploma of Screen & Media
COURSE Code CUF50107 VETAB accredited & Austudy approved
The Diploma of Screen and Media forms part of the Screen and Media Training Package. It trains students in creative specialisation and production management in the film and television industry. The course provides participants with an in-depth knowledge of the film making production process and its related technical aspects of camera operation, sound recording, non-linear editing, and project management. The delivery also includes research projects and media theory, which will enable students to develop their productions within a broader cultural and theoretical context.
Entry requirement is Certificate IV in Screen and Media or equivalent.
AIMS OF THE COURSE
The aim of the course is to build skills and knowledge in all key areas of pre-production, production and post-production for single camera and multi-camera programs.
Skills and knowledge are acquired and developed in a broad range of computer lab, location and studio-based group exercises and productions.
Project management and collaboration in production teams are crucial parts of learning and assessment.
COURSE UNITS
NTIS Code Unit Name
Core Units
BSBCMM401A Make a presentation
BSBCRT402A Collaborate in a creative process
BSBREL401A Establish networks
BSBPMG501A Manage projects
BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace
Elective Units
CUFCAM401A Shoot a wide range of television content
CUFCAM402A Shoot television content in a multi-cam environment
CUFBRD402A Vision mix a television production
CUFANM403A Create titles for screen production
CUFPOS401A Edit screen content for fast turnaround
CUFPOS501A Edit complex screen productions
BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans
CUFPPM504A Manage locations for film and media productions
CUFPPM501A Develop and monitor a program schedules
CUFAIR401A Conduct interviews
The course is comprised of 5 core units plus 10 electives (selection may vary), and will entail both practical and theoretical work. There are approximately 17 – 20 hours of class-work per week over 30 weeks. Some time will be allocated for shooting and editing the film.
85% attendance record is recommended in order to fulfil assessment requirements for the Diploma.
Austudy recipients have attendance requirements as fulltime students. The Austudy Handbook provides details.
EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS
Successful applicants are expected to provide the following equipment and materials for their own work during the course:
- 1 x External Hard Drive suitable for digital video production
- Video tape stock for production work (predominately Mini DV,) for production work
- Blank CD ROM disks for file back up
- Blank DVD-R (1-4X Minus disks) for project back up.
External Hard Drive
This must be suitable for digital video production. It is important that students develop effective data management skills and practices as relates to current film and video production. Each student should organise access to their own hard drive before major production work commences. It should conform to the following minimum specifications:
- 100 GB disk space (minimum)
- FireWire / IEEE 1394 connections
- Proven compatibility with Apple Mac based Final Cut Pro, Avid video edit systems
Video Tape Stock
Student productions are shot and edited predominately on the Mini DV format. Digital-S format is also available for some production work. Students will need to provide videotape according to their own production needs during the course.
Blank CD Disks
These are required for the purpose of backing up work files. It is important that students develop effective back up skills and procedures for their own production and course files.
Blank DVD-Rs
These are required for burning and storing your project files and programmes. It is important that students develop effective back up skills and procedures for their own productions.
MUTUAL RECOGNITION AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
NRCAC recognises the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by any other Registered Training Organisation and other Tertiary Institutions. NRCAC also recognises prior learning (RPL).
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning, (RPL), is the acknowledgement of skills and knowledge obtained through:
- Formal training, (industry and education)
- Work experience
- Life experience
The main focus of RPL is the LEARNING OUTCOMES or COMPETENCIES of these experiences, NOT how, when or where the learning occurred. The advantages of RPL to the student, the training organisation and industry are:
- The completion of formal education in a shorter time
- Reduction of duplication in learning
- An efficient response to industry skills shortage
- A fairer access to studies
- Increasing career and education options
- Stronger links between industry and education
- Greater understanding and recognition of workplace training needs
- A cost reduction in education training provision
Students are encouraged to apply to the Head of Department for Recognition of Prior Learning in any unit of their course. All applications for RPL must be conducted at the beginning of each semester. No retrospective RPL will be granted. Details of the application process and the evidence that you will be required to submit for any recognition is available from your Head of Department. The Head of Department will then meet with you to schedule the appropriate assessment(s). An RPL application fee of $20 is payable per unit that you are applying for as well as an assessment/processing fee of $35 per hour to determine if RPL is achieved.
GOVERNMENT BENEFITS
The Northern Rivers Conservatorium’s Certificate and Diploma courses are accredited by VETAB.Some students may be eligible for Austudy/Abstudy assistance.
You will need to contact your local Centrelink office.
Centrelink can also offer some students a supplementary loan, which can be used to assist financially disadvantaged students.
NOTE: Our certificate/diploma courses do not qualify for HECS. This is only available to university students.
