mss1ssa introduction to screen sound
INTRODUCTION TO SCREEN + SOUND
MSS1SSA
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will learn the tools and techniques of screen and sound analysis through the study of a variety of multimodal texts that include films, television series and serials, photography, comic book and graphic novel adaptations, videogames and animation. Students will learn how to apply screen and sound concepts such as mise-en-scene, cinematography, montage, soundtrack, sound design and performance to a variety of texts. Students will develop skills of analysis, interpretation and research through critical and creative projects. Introduction to Screen + Sound is a 1st year core subject for the Bachelor of Arts major in screen + sound and the Bachelor of Media.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAnna Dzenis
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects CST1IFA
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions This subject is a core subject for ABA: major in Media and compulsory for ABCA.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discipline Specific | Film Art - An Introduction | Recommended | Bordwell & Thompson, 2010 | McGraw Hill |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Ability to define and apply the key concepts of screen and sound analysis.
- Activities:
- Research and write an essay with references and bibliography.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
02. Ability to express ideas in a public forum.
- Activities:
- Actively participate in discussions in lectures and tutorials. Present storyboard project to class.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
03. Ability to structure and communicate responses to a range of screen and sound text.
- Activities:
- Tutorial discussions. Writing an online critical diary.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
04. Ability to work as a team member.
- Activities:
- Storyboard assignment devised and presented in teams.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
05. Capacity to creatively apply key concepts of screen and sound analysis.
- Activities:
- Storyboard assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Speaking(Speaking)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2016, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAnna Dzenis
Class requirements
Lecture/FilmWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours lecture/film per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,000-word critical diary | 25 | 02, 03, 05 | |
| One 1,000-word storyboard assignment | 35 | 01, 04 | |
| One 2,000-word research essay | 40 | 02, 03, 05 |