Mr Mark Power
Assistant Lecturer
Phone: +61 3 990 47123
Mr Mark Power
Assistant Lecturer
Phone: +61 3 990 47123
Contact hours: Thursdays; 2PM - 4PM
Contact hours: Thursdays: 11AM - 1PM
This unit aims to enhance the student’s understanding of the multimedia development process, to provide a 'hands-on' understanding of the techniques, tools and products used in multimedia systems, and to experience practical projects in the development of multimedia products, services and systems.
The unit builds on the knowledge of basic concepts from FIT2026 by developing further understanding of the multimedia development process and the tools and techniques used to manage and control rich media as it applies to current audio and video post-production technologies and the management and control of the multimedia development process. Students will undertake a mixture of formal lectures tutorials and studio work.
They will be required to undertake project and research development work, both by themselves and in groups. The projects will aim to provide practice in identifying multimedia opportunities and specifying product and system requirements, and in building multimedia products and system components. Project work will be carried out under the supervision of a member of the academic staff.Due to the nature of group work in this subject, it is expected that all students will attend 100% of classes.
If you are absent for more than two tutorial sessions you must supply a medical certificate or other appropriate documentation.
If you are finding problems with this requirement please ensure you speak to your unit adviser as early as possible.
Attendance at tutorials without any work outside of this allocated class time will not be sufficient.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you can make this commitment before you embark on this subject
There will be a one-hour lecture and a three-hour tutorial each week. It is also expected that you will spend 8 hours per week in personal study and research. To get the most out of this time you should make sure you have with you a copy of the project you are working on with you when you attend classes.
The structure for this unit is based upon students working through a series of tutorial exercises to build up their knowledge and skills in digital video compositing. Four assignments make up the final grade for the unit.
For information on timetabling for on-campus classes please refer to MUTTS, http://mutts.monash.edu.au/MUTTS/
On-campus students should register for tutorials/laboratories using the Allocate+ system: http://allocate.its.monash.edu.au/
| Week | Date* | Topic | Key dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 01/03/10 | Introduction to subject. Overview of main assignment and activities for week one | |
| 2 | 08/03/10 | Required documentation for main project | |
| 3 | 15/03/10 | Concepts in motion graphics production. Overview of Apple Motion | |
| 4 | 22/03/10 | Using masks and Mattes | Assignment 1 due |
| 5 | 29/03/10 | Informational graphics - Typographical applications | |
| Mid semester break | |||
| 6 | 12/04/10 | Particle systems | |
| 7 | 19/04/10 | Green screen capture | Assignment 2 due |
| 8 | 26/04/10 | Chroma keying | |
| 9 | 03/05/10 | 3D applications in post production | |
| 10 | 10/05/10 | Motion tracking | |
| 11 | 17/05/10 | Applying expressions and behaviors | |
| 12 | 24/05/10 | Rendering and troubleshooting | Assignment 3 & Assignment 4 due |
| 13 | 31/05/10 | Review of topics | |
*Please note that these dates may only apply to Australian campuses of Monash University. Off-shore students need to check the dates with their unit leader.
There is no required textbook for this subject but it is expected that you utilise the library resources such as books, video, CDs, DVDs and undertake your own research.
The computer labs are available from 8.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. each day.After hours access is available if you apply online at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/itsupport/lab-info.html
After hours access usually takes 48 hours to approve.
After hours access for the green screen room must be arranged through Mark Szota,
Technical Services
Study resources we will provide for your study are:
Study resources for FIT3008 are to be found on the FIT3008 web site on MOODLE where slides, information and assignment specifications will be posted.
To pass a unit which includes an examination as part of the assessment a student must obtain:
If a student does not achieve 40% or more in the unit examination or the unit non-examination total assessment, and the total mark for the unit is greater than 50% then a mark of no greater than 49-N will be recorded for the unit.
If you are finding problems with this requirement please ensure you speak to your unit adviser as early as possible.
Assessment proceedures for a non – performing team member
If the unit assessor, or one or more team members, becomes concerned regarding the contribution of one or more members of a group then the unit assessor will determine ,using the project documentation ,examination of individual work completed and discussion with the students concerned whether the student or students are making an equitable contribution to the work of the group. If it is determined that the student or students are not making an equitable contribution to the work of the group they may be deemed to be a non-performing team member.
In the event of this determination being made the group component of their assessment will be multiplied by a factor of up to 0.5 to arrive at a raw score
Assignment coversheets are available via "Student Forms" on the Faculty website: http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/resources/student/forms/
You MUST submit a completed coversheet with all assignments, ensuring that the plagiarism declaration section is signed.
Assignment submission and return procedures, and assessment criteria will be specified with each assignment.
Please make every effort to submit work by the due dates. It is your responsibility to structure your study program around assignment deadlines, family, work and other commitments. Factors such as normal work pressures, vacations, etc. are not regarded as appropriate reasons for granting extensions. Students are advised to NOT assume that granting of an extension is a matter of course.
Students requesting an extension for any assessment during semester (eg. Assignments, tests or presentations) are required to submit a Special Consideration application form (in-semester exam/assessment task), along with original copies of supporting documentation, directly to their lecturer within two working days before the assessment submission deadline. Lecturers will provide specific outcomes directly to students via email within 2 working days. The lecturer reserves the right to refuse late applications.
A copy of the email or other written communication of an extension must be attached to the assignment submission.
Refer to the Faculty Special consideration webpage or further details and to access application forms: http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/resources/student/equity/special-consideration.html
Late submission of assignments
It is your responsibility to keep track of and manage your assignment due dates
Penalties are incurred from the due date at the rate of a 10 % reduction in grade for each day (including weekends) the assignment is late.
If you are having difficulty with assignment submission, please advise your Unit Adviser immediately so that any problems can be addressed.
If you are having problems It is essential that you take action immediately if you realise that you have a problem withyour study. The semester is short, so we can help you best if you let us know as soon as problems arise. Regardless of whether the problem is related directly to your progress in the unit, if it is likely to interfere with your progress you should discuss it with your lecturer or a Community Service counsellor as soon as possible.
Students are, at all times, responsible for their work. All relevant material is to be backed up on a regular basis to CD, DVD or hard drive.
The university has CD & DVD burners in the computer labs and blank CDs/DVDs may be purchased through the on campus bookstore.
Loss of assignment work due to hardware failure, virus or theft will not be accepted as reasons for late or non-submission of work. Students must hold an exact copy of all work which they submit for assessment. This copy should be held until your final result for the unit is released.
Students can expect assignments to be returned within two weeks of the submission date or after receipt, whichever is later.
Please visit the following URL: http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/units/appendix.html for further information about: