UnitLevel 2Undergraduate

ATS2187 Video lab

Faculty of Arts

ATS2187 Video lab is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Caulfield. It needs ATS1119 and ATS1206 and unlocks 1 unit.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2027
Semester 1
Caulfield
Assessment
No exam
4 tasks
Workload
144 hours
per semester

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Requisites

After ATS2187

1 unit list ATS2187 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Enrolment rules

Corequisite: Must be enrolled in Bachelor of Media Communication.

Overview

The Video Lab is a multi-disciplinary learning environment where students from the different specialisations in the Bachelor of Media Communication come together to explore new technologies, skills and practices in video media. Students will devise a video research project that tests the capabilities of new video technologies and explore applications across different media platforms. The lab fosters creativity and experimentation in media production while also developing professional skills in collaboration and adaptability.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterCaulfieldOn campus

Assessment

  • Media taskArtefact
    25%
  • MultimediaArtefact
    20%
  • Creative taskArtefact
    40%
  • In-class workshopDemonstration
    15%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    identify and discuss the communicative and creative role of video in contemporary media environments;

  2. 2

    display proficiency in a variety of video techniques, skills and practices;

  3. 3

    work reflectively, independently and collaboratively with peers to conceptualise and design a video project;

  4. 4

    apply video making skills in media production that critically reflects on the evolving technologies and practices of video.

Workload and teaching

  • Tutorials24 hours
  • Lectures12 hours
  • Teaching approachProblem-based learning

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where students engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.

Contacts

Chief Examiners
Dr Claire Perkins
Unit Coordinators
Dr Claire Perkins

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for ATS2187?

You need ATS1119 and ATS1206 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.

What can I take after ATS2187?

ATS2187 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ATS3983.

When is ATS2187 offered?

In 2027, ATS2187 runs in Semester 1 at Caulfield.

How much work is ATS2187?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does ATS2187 have an exam?

No. ATS2187 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
2
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Arts
Organisational unit
Communications
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 4
Study abroad
Not available