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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for Semester 1 2020 Units. Students will be notified of all approved modifications by Unit Coordinators via email and Unit Blackboard sites. Where changes have been made, these are designed to ensure that you still meet the unit learning outcomes in the context of our adjusted teaching and learning arrangements.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake a wide range of administrative and organisational tasks associated with assisting with running creative rehearsals for live productions in the entertainment and events industries. Individuals who apply these skills work autonomously in a team environment as they share responsibility for ensuring that all logistical aspects of rehearsals run smoothly. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Evidence of the ability to: Assist with stage managing creative rehearsals for at least two productions or events Create, update and use production reference documents during rehearsals Work collaboratively Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
To complete the unit requirements the individual must: Explain the purpose of a range of documentation used for stage managing different types of productions or events Describe communication techniques used to provide prompts and cues to performers and crew during rehearsals and performances Explain the role of stage management personnel in the following areas: Audio Company management Costume Lighting Production management Props Set construction Staging Vision systems Describe issues and challenges that can arise when assisting with the stage management of creative rehearsals, and provide examples of action that could be taken suitable to own level of responsibility.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the live entertainment and events industries. The assessment environment must include access to rehearsal rooms and facilities. Assessors must satisfy SNR/AQTF assessor requirements.
GS5 VET GRADING SCHEMA Used for WAAPA VET only
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for this unit. All assessment changes will be published by 27 July 2020. All students are reminded to check handbook at the beginning of semester to ensure they have the correct outline.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake a wide range of administrative and organisational tasks associated with assisting with running creative rehearsals for live productions in the entertainment and events industries. Individuals who apply these skills work autonomously in a team environment as they share responsibility for ensuring that all logistical aspects of rehearsals run smoothly. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Evidence of the ability to: Assist with stage managing creative rehearsals for at least two productions or events Create, update and use production reference documents during rehearsals Work collaboratively Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
To complete the unit requirements the individual must: Explain the purpose of a range of documentation used for stage managing different types of productions or events Describe communication techniques used to provide prompts and cues to performers and crew during rehearsals and performances Explain the role of stage management personnel in the following areas: Audio Company management Costume Lighting Production management Props Set construction Staging Vision systems Describe issues and challenges that can arise when assisting with the stage management of creative rehearsals, and provide examples of action that could be taken suitable to own level of responsibility.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the live entertainment and events industries. The assessment environment must include access to rehearsal rooms and facilities. Assessors must satisfy SNR/AQTF assessor requirements.
GS5 VET GRADING SCHEMA Used for WAAPA VET only
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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