Units
Technical Production 3
Unit code: KRB218
Contact hours: 8 per week
Credit points: 24
Information about fees and unit costs
This unit engages a complex balance of intense, studio-based classroom work and practical, production experience – with a concentration on the principles and realisation of professional lighting design. It supports students moving forward into creative and management roles in lighting, sound and production specialties. Student roles will include drama, contemporary dance, ballet, opera, musicals and concerts. Lighting and sound design and operation are integrated into the overall learning and production processes. Students will continue to develop creative and management methods and a high level of production independence - with an emphasis on understanding and applying advanced techniques in these areas. The process of putting theoretical knowledge into practice is followed by individual, meaningful and analytical reflection and feedback.
Availability
| Semester | Available |
|---|---|
| 2013 Semester 2 | Yes |
Sample subject outline - Semester 2 2013
Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.
Rationale
This unit looks closely at the role of production design in a technical context, preparing students to undertake greater responsibilities in management, creative and technical roles.
Aims
This unit aims to broaden the skill base and knowledge of students developed in Technical Production 1 and Technical Production 2. Rigorous approaches to the design, management and production of drama, contemporary dance, ballet, opera, musicals and concerts will be applied in this unit.
Objectives
On completion of this unit you should be able to:
1. Demonstrate a broad and coherent understanding Technical Production forms and practices in the context of practical production work
2 Exercise skills and knowledge in advanced technical design principles
3. Solve problems and evaluate solutions which arise when working in Technical Production
4.Communicate effectively in a variety of modes including specialist and non-specialist audiences
5. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Content
This unit addresses content such as:
- Technical system set-up for drama, contemporary dance, ballet, opera, musicals, concerts and corporate events
- Production Design
- Design paperwork and drafting
- Technical operation for advanced-level productions
Approaches to Teaching and Learning
Lectures, demonstrations, and practical work in theatre and studio spaces.
You will undertake a production role 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:
Design
Description:
Lighting Design (Assignment work commences after second lecture)
Relates to objectives:
2, 3, 4
Weight:
30%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
After mid-Sem break
Assessment name:
Examination (written)
Description:
Written Exam
Relates to objectives:
1, 2, 4
Weight:
20%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Group
Due date:
End of Semester
Assessment name:
Demonstration
Description:
Practical Technical Production roles on Creative Industries productions and projects during the semester
Relates to objectives:
1, 3, 4, 5
Weight:
50%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
Throughout 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
Required Texts
There are no set texts for this unit.
Recommended References
Bentham, F. (1987) The Art of Stage Lighting, Pitman, London.
Davis, G. and Jones, R. (1987) Sound Reinforcement Handbook, Hal Leonard, Milwaukee.
McGrath, I. (1990) A Process for Lighting the Stage, Ally & Bacon, Massachusetts.
Nisbett, A. (1993) The Sound Studio, Butterworth-Heinman, 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.
Every effort is made by staff at QUT to ensure that theatre students work in a safe environment. Conversely you are absolutely expected to follow all safety rules and directions, and to ensure that you do not put at risk the safety of others 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: 26-Mar-2013
