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CAEL3014: Image/Object in Photomedia

Semester 1, 2022 [Normal day] - Remote

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

Academic unit Sydney College of the Arts
Credit points 6
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
Prohibitions
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CAEL2043
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator Jacky Redgate, jacky.redgate@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Amanda Williams, amanda.williams@sydney.edu.au
Zoe Robertson, zoe.robertson@sydney.edu.au
Jacky Redgate, jacky.redgate@sydney.edu.au
Genevieve Reynolds, genevieve.reynolds@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s) Remi Siciliano, remi.siciliano@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Presentation Project 2
Week 15, In class Presentation and feedback.
40% Formal exam period
Due date: 06 Jun 2022 at 16:00
5- 10 min in class.
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Presentation hurdle task Research Project.
In Class Presentation Week 4.
20% Week 04
Due date: 14 Mar 2022 at 16:00
5- 10mins in-class.
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO3 LO2
Presentation Project 1
Submit Week 8.
40% Week 08
Due date: 11 Apr 2022 at 09:00
N/A
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
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 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.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

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
Formal exam period Final Assessment: PROJECT 2 DUE. In class Presentations and feedback. Presentation (3 hr)  
Week 01 (CC and RE class). Introduction to the Unit details, learning outcomes, assignments and additional information. Introduction to Research Project. (Due Week 4). *see the Weekly Schedule on Canvas under Modules, for more detail learning activities. Lecture (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 02 CC class. Tech. Workshop (3 hr) LO1 LO4
RE class. Lecture and tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
RE class. Tech class (5-7pm). Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO4
Week 03 CC and RE class. Introduction to Project 1. Due Week 8. Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 04 CC and RE class. RESEARCH PROJECT DUE. Students will present their work to the group. 5-10minutes each students. Presentation (3 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 05 CC class. Tech. Workshop (3 hr) LO1 LO4
RE class. Lecture and tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
RE class. Tech (5-7pm). Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO4
Week 06 CC class. Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
RE class. Lecture and tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
RE class. Tech (5-7pm). Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO4
Week 07 CC and RE class. No classes scheduled this week. Independent Studio Time. Independent study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
CC and RE classes: Monday 4pm and Friday 1pm only. This class will replace Good Friday - Public Holiday (15th April) and Anzac Day - Public Holiday 25/4). Students will be Introduced to Project 2. Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 08 CC class. Introduction to Project 2. PROJECT 1 DUE. Good Friday Public Holiday (15th April). See above make-up class CC Friday 1pm. Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
RE class. Introduction to Project 2. Due Week 15. PROJECT 1 DUE. Lecture and tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
RE class. Tech (5-7pm). Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO4
Week 09 CC and RE class. Written Feedback Project 1. Anzac Day: Monday Week 9 (25/04). See make up class in Week 7 for the Monday RE class. Tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 10 CC class: Tech. Workshop (3 hr) LO1 LO4
RE class. Lecture and tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
RE class. Tech (5-7pm). Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO4
Week 11 CC and RE class Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 12 CC class. Tech Workshop (3 hr) LO1 LO4
RE class Lecture and tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
RE class. Tech (5-7pm). Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO4
Week 13 CC and RE class. Final feedback Project 2. Lecture and tutorial (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5

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.
 

Additional requirements by the Sydney College of the Arts

  • Students are expected to attend a minimum of 90% of timetabled activities for this unit of study, unless granted exemption by the unit coordinator or relevant delegate.
  • All assignments are compulsory and must be attempted. You must attend scheduled assessments to be eligible to pass.
  • Non-attendance at assessment on any grounds insufficient to claim special consideration will result in forfeiture or marks associated with the assessment.
 

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.

Disclaimer

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