Units
Technical Production 1
Unit code: KRB101
Credit points: 24
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Technical Production One is an introduction to lighting and sound in a theatrical environment, with basic references to variations in lighting and sound set-ups and operations in more-complex productions, events and venues.
Availability
| Semester | Available |
|---|---|
| 2013 Semester 1 | Yes |
Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013
Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.
Rationale
Technical Production 1 is an introduction to the technical and mechanical elements of live performance production. This unit prepares students to undertake basic responsibilities in technical roles on Creative Industries Productions.
Aims
This unit aims to introduce basic technical and mechanical concepts and develop the fundamental skills in these areas required in live performance and theatre production.
Objectives
On completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of, and ability to, recognise, select and set up technical equipment for a theatrical production
2. Understand and use technical and mechanical terminology
3. Interpret and produce appropriate production documentation relevant to the technical and mechanical disciplines
4. Participate as a crew member, through a practical technical theatre role on a Creative Industries production
Content
The unit addresses content such as:
Theatre safety
Theatre Terminology
The Production Process
Practical use of theatre technology
Elevated Working Platform awareness and familiarisation
Approaches to Teaching and Learning
Lectures, demonstrations, and practical work in theatre and studio spaces.
You will undertake production roles on a Creative Industries production.
Assessment
LATE ASSIGNMENTS
An assignment submitted after the due date without an approved extension will not be marked. If you are unable to complete your assignment on time, you should submit on time whatever work you have done.
Faculty Assessment Information
To access complete Creative Industries Faculty Assessment Information please refer to the Blackboard site for this unit.FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT
You will receive formative feedback on your progress in this unit during tutorials and discussions throughout the semester. Weight: 0%
Assessment name:
Examination (written & prac)
Description:
Written and Practical examination of unit content
Relates to objectives:
1, 2, 3
Weight:
45%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
End of Semester
Assessment name:
Demonstration
Description:
Practical Technical Production roles during the semester.?Undertake practical, production role/s on Creative Industries production/s
Relates to objectives:
1, 2, 4
Weight:
25%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
Throughout Semester
Assessment name:
Essay
Description:
An academic essay relating to one of the key concepts raised during the unit and the successful completion of a series of online modules in academic literacies.
Relates to objectives:
1, 2, 3
Weight:
30%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
Mid Semester
Academic Honesty
QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.
A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.
Resource materials
There is no set text for this unit. Recommended web sites and journals are posted on Blackboard.
Recommended References
Bent ham, F. (1980) The Art of Stage Lighting, Pitman, and London.
Cadena, R. (2006) Automated lighting : the art and science of moving light in theatre, live performance, broadcast, and entertainment, Focal Press, Boston
Davis, G. & Jones, R. (1987) Sound Reinforcement Handbook, Hal Leonard, Milwaukee
Fraser, N. (2007) The Handbook of Stage Lighting, Crowood Press, Ramsbury
Huntingon, J. (2000) Control Systems for Live Entertainment, Focal Press, Boston.
McGrath, I. (1990) A Process for Lighting the Stage, Ally & Bacon, Massachusetts.
Nisbett, A. (1993) The Sound Studio, Butterworth-Heinneman, London.
Pilbrow, R. (1979) Stage Lighting, Studio Vista, London.
Risk assessment statement
Theatres are potentially dangerous places, particularly backstage during performances when lowlight conditions prevail. You will be warned by the stage manager, the production manger, or supervising staff member (lecturer, director) of any specific risks that you will need to be aware of when your project team first moves in to the venue or during class activities.
If you are aware of personal physical or emotional vulnerabilities you should inform your tutor if you are feeling unsafe or at risk in any way.
Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.
Last modified: 02-Nov-2012
