Course Guide - Edith Cowan University

SCP331U
15 Credit Points
Physics Project
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
In this unit students complete a research or development project.
Students get the opportunity to apply the techniques they have
learnt in previous units in a research environment.
SCP334O
15 Credit Points
Electronic Devices
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit develops a knowledge of topics covering the properties
and behaviour of electronic devices, from basic semiconductor
materials, through electronic device physics, to integrated circuit
technology. Specific topics covered include energy bands and
carrier concentrations, carrier transport phenomena, the p-n
junction, bipolar devices, unipolar devices, microwave and
photonic devices, and an introduction to VLSI technology.
SCP510O
20 Credit Points
Advances in Physics 1
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit will contain a selection of topics from the history and
philosophy of science, electromagnetism and photonics, and will
include participation in seminars. The primary foci are on
developing general skills on the effect of physics on the social and
philosophical aspects of society, specific technical competencies
applicable to the developing research fields of optoelectronics and
photonics, and the development of scientific communicaton skills
through the presentation of seminars and reports.
SCP510P
20 Credit Points
Advances in Physics 2
FACULTY OF COMPUTING, HEALTH AND SCIENCE
This unit will contain a selection of topics from current issues in
physics, optoelectronic materials and devices, and will include
participation in seminars.
SCR5101
20 Credit Points
Production Preparation
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit develops the theoretical background necessary for
planning productions of various types for the screen. Skills
include research, concept development, budgeting, scheduling and
documentation using industry models. Students will become
familiar with various formats and genres of screen production and
develop and understanding of the processes required to plan
productions, deal with potential clients and to prepare the
appropriate documents.
SCR5102
25 Credit Points
Project 1: Magazine/ Lifestyle/ Advertisement
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit involves the pre-production, production and postproduction
of a screen project which is a magazine/lifestyle show
or advertisment. Working in teams students take on the role of
producer, writer, director, editor, cinematographer, sound
recordist or performer.
SCR5103
25 Credit Points
Project 2: WAAPA Films
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit involves the pre-production, production and postproduction
of a screen project which is a short narrative film made
in association with WAAPA. Working in teams students take on
the role of producer, writer, director, editor, cinematographer,
sound recordist or performer.
SCR5104
25 Credit Points
Project 3: Studio Multicam Drama
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit involves the pre-production, production and postproduction
of a screen project which is a studio multicam drama
or comedy. Working in teams students take on the role of
producer, writer, director, editor, cinematographer, sound
recordist or performer.
SCR5105
25 Credit Points
Project 4: Documentary or Corporate Video
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit involves the pre-production, production and postproduction
of a screen project which is a documentary or
corporate video. Working in teams students take on the role of
producer, writer, director, editor, cinematographer, sound
recordist or performer.
SCR5106
15 Credit Points
Screen Studies
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit will explore the various formats and genres of small
screen programs including fiction, documentary, magazine,
interactive and multimedia production. It will survey current
production techniques, technology, financing models and revenue
streams. It will examine audience trends and discuss new
developments in the types of small screen products, technological
innovations and modes of delivery. It will examine the Australian
industry and its relation to the global landscape.
SCR5107
15 Credit Points
Directing Workshops 1
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit develops the director's skills and techniques in script
analysis, working with actors, camera coverage and POV.
Directors work with actors on both scripted and improvised
scenes analysing objectives and actions to develop a working
vocabulary and understanding of screen language. Directors will
create the mis-en-scene for a variety of formats including single
camera, multi-camera and documentary shoots. Emphasis is
placed on enhancing the director's 'eye', composition within the
frame, choosing shots and working collaboratively to create a
strong on-screen result. Discussion sessions will consider varieties
of style and the director's vision.
SCR5108
15 Credit Points
Directing Workshops 2
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit follows on from Directing Workshop 1. It further
develops and enhances the director's skills and techniques in script
analysis, working with actors, camera coverage and POV.
Directors work with actors on both scripted and improvised
scenes analysing objectives and actions to develop a working
vocabulary and understanding of screen language. Directors will
create the mis-en-scene for a variety of formats including single
camera, multi-camera and documentary shoots. Emphasis is
placed on enhancing the director's 'eye', composition within the
frame, choosing shots and working collaboratively to create a
strong on-screen result. Discussion sessions will consider varieties
of style and the director's vision.
SCR5109
15 Credit Points
Producing Workshops 1
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
The unit is designed to provide student producers with an
introduction to the producer's role and responsibilities as well as
equip them with the fundamental skills essential for producing
projects for the small screen. Using a sample project, students will
learn to perform a detailed script breakdown, draft schedule and
production budget to Australian industry standards. Students will
develop their producing and production managing skills to a level
where they will be confident and competent in applying the
principles for their slate projects during the year.
SCR5110
15 Credit Points
Producing Workshops 2
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
Building on unit SCR 5109, this unit is designed to provide
student producers with a fuller understanding of the producer's
role in the Australian Industry. The unit addresses larger and more
complex producing issues, including assessing a project's
feasibility, understanding the marketplace, financing and
developing the TV project, legal requirements and working within
MEAA guidelines.
292 ECU Postgraduate Course Guide 2007