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CAEL3014: Image/Object in Photomedia

Semester 1, 2021 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This unit of study explores how photography intersects with sculpture. You research and explore the relationship between objects and photography and how sculptural ideas can stretch the function of an image. You consider what a photograph may be materially when extended to encompass sculptural, performative and interactive dimensions. Projects may utilise and combine image-based practices such as digital photography and analogue photography, projection, print, performance, objects and installation to encourage an expanded approach to photographic practice.

Unit details and rules

Unit code CAEL3014
Academic unit Sydney College of the Arts
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
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CAEL2043
Prerequisites
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12 credit points at 1000 level in Visual Arts or 12 credit points at 1000 level in Studio Foundation
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator David Haines, david.haines@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) David Haines, david.haines@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Presentation Project 2
presentation of final project
40% Formal exam period
Due date: 18 Jun 2021 at 13:00
10 min in-class presentation of project
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Presentation hurdle task Research Presentation
20% Week 04
Due date: 26 Mar 2021 at 13:00
5 - 10 minutes in-class
Outcomes assessed: LO2
Presentation Project 1
In-Class presentation of project 1
40% Week 08
Due date: 30 Apr 2021 at 13:00
10 min in-class presentation of project
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO5
hurdle task = hurdle task ?

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a High distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a Distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

 

Distinction

75 - 84

 

Credit

65 - 74

 

Pass

50 - 64

 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades

 
 

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website  provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.  

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Introduction to the course. Exploration of image/object nexus and methods of image production. Lecture (3 hr) LO2
Week 02 Technical workshop - Methods of image capture & production Workshop (3 hr) LO1
Week 03 Technical Workshop - Image production in the lighting studio Workshop (3 hr) LO1 LO5
Week 04 Project 1 - in-class presentation Presentation (3 hr) LO2
Week 05 Tutorial Tutorial (3 hr) LO2 LO4
Week 06 Lecture - Introduction to Project 3 Lecture (3 hr) LO2
Week 07 Review Week - independent work on project 2 Independent study (3 hr) LO5
Week 08 In-Class presentation of Project 2 Presentation (3 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 09 Image and object making in the Lighting Studio Workshop (4 hr) LO1 LO4
Week 10 Art gallery visit Field trip (3 hr) LO2 LO5
Week 11 Image manipulation & output workshop. Photoshop & Lightroom Workshop (3 hr) LO1 LO5
Week 12 Individual feedback sessions Tutorial (3 hr) LO3 LO4
Week 13 Final feedback session Tutorial (3 hr) LO3 LO4

Attendance and class requirements

  • Attendance: students are expected to attend 90% of their classes. If you attend less than 50% of classes, regardless of the reasons, you may be referred to the Examiner’s Board which will decide whether you should pass or fail the unit of study if your attendance falls below this threshold.
  • Preparation: students should commit to spend approximately three hours’ preparation time (reading, studying, homework, essays, etc.) for every hour of scheduled instruction.
 
 
 

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed on the Library eReserve link available in the Canvas site for this unit.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. gain technical and creative skills to generate objects, installations and photographic artworks
  • LO2. develop a critical approach to image based studies that expand the definition of photographic practice
  • LO3. manage the processes involved in a multidisciplinary project
  • LO4. further develop experimental approaches to your work
  • LO5. utilise a multidisciplinary approach to photographic ideas and the ability to synthesise concept, process and form

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

No changes have been made since this unit was last offered

Work, health and safety

Students must complete WHS inductions and related Canvas quizzes to access photographic lighting studios and workspaces required for the completion of projects.

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