Production Studio 1 (DPSS10009)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 18.75On Campus (Southbank)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject provides an overview of the production process in order for students to collaborate in an effective manner with performance makers and production departments in the creation of live performance.
This will include undertaking introductory modules in Design, Stage Management, Set and Props, Costume, Lighting, Digital Media and Projection, and Sound.
Students will be introduced to basic digital and analogue techniques of visual representation including hand drawing, model making and computer aided drafting.
Through studio-based classes students will learn basic principles of production, and techniques for employing them in the context of live performance.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- employ foundational technical skills in Design, Stage Management, Set and Props, Costume, Lighting, Digital Media and Projection, and Sound for live performance;
- demonstrate foundational skills in digital and analogue techniques of visual representation to communicate concepts and technical specifications for live performance;
- identify the roles, responsibilities and processes necessary in the production of live performance in a studio environment;
- collaborate effectively with performance makers and production departments in the production of live performance;
- recognise and adhere to safe work and best practices in technical theatre.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- develop and implement innovative and creative ideas;
- demonstrate a commitment to creative curiosity and academic integrity;
- apply critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills to unfamiliar challenges;
- manage competing demands on time, including self-directed project work;
- collaborate effectively, showing interest in and respect for others.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| No longer available |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Two practical projects related to modules 1 & 2
| Mid teaching period | 25% |
Two practical projects related to modules 3 & 4
| During the teaching period | 25% |
Two practical projects related to modules 5 & 6
| End of the teaching period | 25% |
Two practical projects related to modules 7 & 8
| During the assessment period | 25% |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all scheduled classes. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must submit all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. | N/A |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Anna Cordingley Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 120 hours, comprising 96 hours of studio classes and 24 hours of seminars Total time commitment 306 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 27 June 2025 Semester 1 contact information
Anna Cordingley: cordingley.a@unimelb.edu.au
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025