THS 3004 Issues in Professional Development A

STAFFING:

REQUISITES:

RATIONALE:

In the extremely competitive environment of the entertainment industry it is essential that graduating students possess an understanding about the nature of this industry as it relates to the gaining of employment and the maintenance of a career.

SYNOPSIS:

This course introduces students to current entertainment industry procedures, organisations, codes of practice, expectations and mutual responsibilities.

OBJECTIVES:

On completion of this course students will be able to:

1. demonstrate an informed and/or critical awareness of preferred professional practice in the Australian entertainment industry;
2. demonstrate an awareness of statutory regulations and controls associated with their chosen career;
3. make coherent and considered judgements regarding the ethical implications of work as a professional member of the entertainment industry;
4. demonstrate an informed awareness of the national and international entertainment industries appropriate for an entry-level professional arts worker;
5. demonstrate an understanding of the special nature of employment as an entertainment industry professional.

TOPICS:

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

Class handouts

Professional quality organiser-diary (DayRunner or similar format)

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

Current Australia Council Theatre Board and Community Arts Board Reports

Current Queensland Arts Council Report

Current RADF Grant Report

MEEAA Awards

Other materials recommended by lecturer

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

NOTES:

1.

Assessment date to be advised.

2.

Assessment date to be advised.

3.

Students will be advised of the date of the examination when the timetable has been finalised.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   It is the student's responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, assigned production duties, rehearsals and public productions) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of a passing grade, students must demonstrate via the summative assessment items, that they have achieved the required minimum standards in relation to the objectives of the course by: (i) satisfactorily completing the examination, submitting all assignments and (ii) obtaining at least 50% of the total weighted marks for all summative assessment items and (iii) satisfactorily completing all assigned production duties in public productions.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   The exam for this course is a CLOSED EXAMINATION, and candidates are allowed to bring only writing and drawing instruments into the examination.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Any deferred or supplementary examinations for this course will be held during the next examination period.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES