· Faculty of Arts (Visual and Performing Arts) – C-171 On how to interpret unit details, see page A-5, to follow the trail of a unit or of a course code, see page A-10. F Units

Faculty of Arts (Visual and Performing Arts) – C-171

On how to interpret unit details, see page A-5, to follow the trail of a unit or of a course code, see page A-10.

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Units coded F– (Faculty of Arts -- Visual and Performing Arts)The following are the visual and performing arts Schools/Disciplines of the Faculty:

FC– Conservatorium of Music (Hobart). The Conservatorium offers units coded as follows:

FCA, FCB, FCC, FCE, FCF, FCG, FCH, FCM, FCN, FCP, FCT, FCX, FCZ. (See page B-258 forfurther information

FF– School of Visual and Performing Arts (Launceston) – visual arts (see page B-259 forintroductory details) includes the following disciplines:

FFA Theory

FFC Ceramics

FFD Drawing

FFE General Studio

FFP Painting

FFR Printmaking

FFS Sculpture

FFX Textiles

FP– School of Visual and Performing Arts (Launceston) – performing arts (see page B-260 forfurther information)

FPB Theatre

FPM Contemporary Music

FS– School of Art (Hobart) includes the following disciplines (see page B-260 for furtherinformation)

FSA Fine Art

FSB Design Drawing

FSD Drawing

FSE E-Media

FSF Furniture Design

FSG Graphic Design

FSH Photography

FSP Painting

FSR Printmaking

FSS Sculpture

FST Art and Design Theory

FSW Woodskills

FSZ Natural Environment and Wilderness Studies

(Note: Contemporary Arts Honours units and an elective unit, HXA200/300 Contemporary Study are listedunder HXA.)

C-172 Course and Unit Handbook, 2004 – Unit Details

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FCA501/701Performance 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Advanced studies in instruments/vocalperformance in an individual program of studydesigned to develop a high level of technical andmusical skills appropriate to the specialist area.Development of knowledge and understandingof advanced repertoire and associated concepts.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator), various staff,according to instrumentUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 39 hrs contact time over sem consistingof individual lessons, workshops and master classesAssess: 70-min exam recital performance of an approvedprogram (100%)Courses: [F6D] [F7E]

FCA502/702Performance 2

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Further study in an individually designedprogram developing high level technical andmusical skill for instrumental/vocalperformance. Further development of knowledgeand understanding of advanced repertoire andassociated concepts.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator), various staff,according to instrumentUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 39 hrs contact time over sem consistingof individual lessons, workshops and master classesPrereq: FCA501Assess: participation in at least 2 concerts as recitalist orprincipal artist (prereq for the exam), 1-hr exam (100%)Courses: [F6D] [F7E]

FCA511/711Composition 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Is designed to support advanced studies incomposition. Primary concentration is given tothe development of high level technical andmusical skills. On completion of the unit studentsshould have developed advanced skills in thetechnique of chamber music composition.Development of a folio of compositionsappropriate to the level of study is by negotiationwith the lecturer and approval of the CourseCoordinator.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 39 hrs contact time over sem consistingof individual lessons, workshops and seminars

Assess: submission of folio and 1 hr interview (100%).The folios submitted for exam must containdocumentation of creative work undertaken during theunit, including recordings of live performances.Courses: [F6D] [F7E]

FCA512/712Composition 2

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Is designed to support advanced studies incomposition. Primary concentration is given tothe development of high level technical andmusical skills. On completion of the unit,students should have skills in the technique oflarge ensemble compositon. Development of afolio of composition appropriate to the level ofstudy is by negotiation with the lecturer andapproval of the Course CoordinatorStaff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 39 hrs contact time over sem consistingof individual lessons, workshops and seminarsPrereq: FCA511Assess: submission of folio and 1 hr interview (100%).The folios submitted for exam must containdocumentation of creative work undertaken during theunit, including recordings of live performances.Courses: [F6D] [F7E]

FCA521/721Music Technology

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Introduces the MIDI/Digital Audio Workstation.Each class meeting introduces new software orhardware applications, and an assignment isgiven to the students to demonstrate theirunderstanding of how each application functions.Sessions focus on this series of introductions ofthe various applications. Classes also reviewstudent assignments and include discussion ofthe solutions/problems encountered in realisingthe assignment.Staff: Prof D KnehansUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial weekly (26wks)Assess: weekly assignments, semester projects, finalexamRequired: Roads C, The Computer Music Tutorial, ISBN0262680823Courses: [F6D] [F7E]



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FCA522/722Music Publishing

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Introduces the process of developing a musicpublishing project. The unit includes aspects ofmarketing, technical preparation, funding,distribution, content development andpublishing outcomes. It is expected that studentswishing to undertake this unit will have apublishing project.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator)Unit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial (13 wks)Assess: weekly assignments, semester projects, finalexamCourses: [F6D] [F7E]

FCA531/731Ensemble 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Participation in chamber and conductedensembles appropriate to area of specialisation.Development of interpretative and presentationskills and introduction to management ofprofessional ensemble activity.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator), various other staffUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: rehearsals, and 90-min masterclassweekly (13 wks)Assess: performances (50%), lecturer’s report (50%); acombined result is given; students must pass bothcomponents. In the case of sectional participation inlarge ensembles, eg orchestra, assessment will be bylecturer’s report (50%) and excerpts tests (50%)Courses: [F6D] [F7E]

FCA532/732Ensemble 2

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Further participation in chamber and conductedensembles appropriate to area of specialisationand expansion of knowledge of ensemblerepertoire. Continued development ofinterpretative and presentation skills appropriateto professional ensemble activity.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator), various other staffUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: rehearsals, and 90-min masterclassweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCA531Assess: performances (50%), lecturer’s report (50%); acombined result is given; students must pass bothcomponents. In the case of sectional participation inlarge ensembles, eg orchestra, assessment will be by

lecturer’s report (50%) and excerpts tests (50%)Courses: [F6D] [F7E]

FCA540/740Music Research Project

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for MMus studentsReviews bibliographic resources andmethodologies appropriate for postgraduate levelresearch on a musical topic and further developsresearch skills through a series of focusedresearch tasks. Students research an individualtopic relevant to their area of musical endeavour,make a seminar presentation and submit a majorwritten assignment on this topic.Staff: Dr A ForbesUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2-hr seminar weekly (13 wks)Assess: assignments (25%), seminar presentation (15%),research paper of 4,500–5,000 words (60%)Recommend: Turabian, A Manual for Writers of TermPapers, Theses and Dissertations, 6th edn, ISBN0226816273Courses: [F6D] [F7E]

FCA703Performance 3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Further advanced study in an individuallydesigned program extending high level technicaland musical skills for instrumental/vocalperformance developed in previous units.Further development of knowledge andunderstanding of advanced repertoire andassociated concepts.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator), various staff,according to instrumentUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 39 hrs contact time over sem consistingof individual lessons, workshops and master classesPrereq: FCA502Assess: participation in at least 2 concerts as recitalist orprincipal artist (prereq for the exam), 70-min examrecital performance of an approved program (100%)Courses: [F7E]

FCA704Performance 4

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Final unit in a sequence of advanced study in anindividually designed program aimed at thedevelopment of high level technical and musicalskills for instrumental/vocal performance.Students demonstrate a comprehensive



knowledge of the repertoire of their specialisationand an integration of associated concepts ofperformance.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator), various staff,according to instrumentUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 39 hrs contact time over sem consistingof individual lessons, workshops and master classesPrereq: FCA703Assess: participation in at least 2 concerts as recitalist orprincipal artist (prereq for the exam), 70-min examrecital performance of an approved program (100%)Courses: [F7E]

FCA713Composition 3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Is designed to support advanced studies incomposition. Primary concentration is given tothe development of high level technical andmusical skills. On completion of the unit studentsshould have developed advanced skills in thetechnique of vocal composition either in solo,choral or operatic genres. Development of a folioof compositions appropriate to the level of studyis by negotiation with the lecturer and approvalof the Course Coordinator.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 39 hrs contact time over sem consistingof individual lessons, workshops and seminarsPrereq: FCA512Assess: submission of folio and 1 hr interview (100%).The folio submitted for exam must containdocumentation of creative work undertaken during theunit, including recordings of live performances.Courses: [F7E]

FCA714Composition 4

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Consists of the completion of a majorcomposition of appropriate scope andsophistication. It is expected that work created inthis unit should be of a comparable professionalstandard and represent a development of theskills and ideas covered in FCA511, FCA512 andFCA713Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 39 hrs contact time over sem consistingof individual lessons, workshops and seminarsPrereq: FCA713Assess: submission of folio and 1 hr interview (100%).The folios submitted for exam must containdocumentation of creative work undertaken during the

unit, including recordings of live performances.Courses: [F7E]

FCA733Ensemble 3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Advanced level participation in chamber andconducted ensembles appropriate to the area ofspecialisation and expansion of knowledge ofadvanced ensemble repertoire. Involvement inmanagement and presentation of personalconcert performances, and development ofexpertise in programming and associated skillsrelated to professional ensemble activity.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator), various other staffUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: rehearsals, and 90-min masterclassweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCA532Assess: performances (50%), lecturer’s report (50%); acombined result is given; students must pass bothcomponents. In the case of sectional participation inlarge ensembles, eg orchestra, assessment will be bylecturer’s report (50%) and excerpts tests (50%)Courses: [F7E]

FCA734Ensemble 4

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Final unit in a sequence of advanced levelparticipation in chamber and conductedensembles appropriate to area of specialisation.Continued development of knowledge of thechamber repertoire of specialisation and highlevel involvement in all aspects of activityassociated with professional ensemble concertperformance.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator), various other staffUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: rehearsals, and 90-min masterclassweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCA533Assess: performances (50%), lecturer’s report (50%); acombined result is given; students must pass bothcomponents. In the case of sectional participation inlarge ensembles, eg orchestra, assessment will be bylecturer’s report (50%) and excerpts tests (50%)Courses: [F7E]

FCB111Audio Design

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces the essential concepts of audio design



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as they relate to live and recorded music.Students develop an understanding of signalpath, mic selection and placement, attenuationand gain structure, leads and basic wiring,integrated and component PA systems,crossovers and equalisation, processing and livemixing. Students are also introduced to basicrecording principles, analogue and digitaltechniques, signal routing and processing, CDwriting and manufacture. Students are requiredto understand basic MIDI applications with realtime audio, digital audio (Pro Tools for Mac) andthe application of real time plug-ins, andoutboard processing.Staff: Mr A Legg (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture and 1-hr tutorial weekly(13 wks)Prereq: FCF110Assess: assignments and exams as determined bylecturers: Recording and sound reinforcementcomponent (65%), Music Industry Studies component(35%)Required: Pellman S, An Introduction to the Creation ofElectroacoustic Music, Wadsworth, Belmont Ca, 1994.Three CD RW discsReference folder for collation of Instructors tutorialdocuments60 min. DAT tape.Courses: [F3K]

FCB112/212History of Jazz

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveProvides a survey of the development of jazzstyles, their musical characteristics and majorproponents from the advent of ragtime tomodern jazz. These developments are discussedwith reference to socio-political context. Studentsalso gain familiarity with selected jazz repertoryand the ability to identify the hallmarks ofspecific regional or historical styles (eg NewOrleans, Chicago, swing, be-bop etc.).Staff: Dr A Forbes, contemporary staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial weekly (13wks)M.excl: FCB 120; FCB 220Assess: research assignment (10%), 1200-word essay(25%), tutorial test (25%), final exam (40%)Required: Tirro, Jazz: A History 2nd edn with CD, ISBN0393963632Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCB113Music Teaching and Learning

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveExplores teaching and learning strategies inrelation to vocal/instrumental performanceskills. The unit aims to provide students with anunderstanding of child development andmaturation issues, and requires them to developa personal rationale for music education.Advocacy and ethical practice are importantmatters for discussion.Staff: Ms D O’TooleUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial weekly (13wks)M.excl: FCB205Assess: class work (30%), assignments (70%) – a mixtureof written, oral, individual and group assignmentsCourses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCB116/216Rock Revolution

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveProvides a survey of the development of majorstyles and contributions of major figures topopular music from the 1950s to the present day,focusing on the social context of musical stylesand the relationship between the music and itsselecting audience. Students gain familiaritywith significant repertoire and enhanced auralawareness in the appreciation of formal andstylistic characteristics.Staff: Mr A Legg (Coordinator) and Profile StaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture, 1 hr workshop weeklyAssess: 500-word research assignment (10%), 1,500-wordessay (30%), listening test (10% in wk 13), end-of-sem 2-hr exam (50%)Required: David P Szatmary, Rockin’ in Time: A socialhistory of Rock and Roll, 4th edn, 1999 ISBN 013022636XAnthony Decurtis, James Henke, et al, The Rolling StoneIllustrated History of Rock & Roll: The definitive history ofthe most important artists and their music, 1992 ISBN0679737286Courses: [F2K] [F3K] [R3A] [OC]

FCB117/217Diction

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for all Voice majors in theBMus and DipMusDevelops competency in use of International



Phonetic Alphabet for both dictation andpractical interpretation of poetic texts in English,Italian, French and German. Develops dictionskills for singers through analysis and practice ofvowel and consonant placement and enunciation.Staff: Ms M Smith (Coordinator) and PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 1-hr lectures, 1 hr tutorial weeklyAssess: 4 x IPA Assignments (20% in wks 3, 6, 9, 12);mid-sem 20-min oral exam (20% in wk 7); end-of-sem20-min oral exam (20%); end-of-sem 2-hr written exam(40%)Required: Joan Wall, International Phonetic Alphabet forSingers: A Manual for English and Foreign LanguageDiction, PST Publ, 1989Courses: [F2K] [F3K] [R3A] [G3C] [R3N]

FCB118/218Music Typesetting

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for all Compositionmajors in the BMus and DipMus; quotas applyIntroduces students to use of the computer musicnotation program ‘Finale”. Students developskills in music engraving leading to the creationof professional standard music scores andperformance parts. Topics include: accuratetypesetting, clarity in overall presentation andpage layout, use of clear rhythmic notation innote groupings, and sensible allocation of page-turns in parts.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Profile StaffUnit weight: 122.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 2-hr lecture/practical and a 1 x 1-hrworkshop weeklyAssess: 6 class assignments (5% ea, due wks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10,12); mid-term project score (35%, due end wk 8); end-of-sem project score and set of parts (35%, due end wk 14)Required: The Finale ManualCourses: [F2K] [F3K] [R3A] [OC]

FCB121Advanced Audio Design

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveRequires students to design a substantial projectin either recording, live sound production ormulti media, or indeed combinations of all three.The student needs to present a proposal andbusiness plan for discussion and finallyimplementation. The final project must bepublished and/or recorded and presented with apaper detailing all research and productioninformation. The student will need todemonstrate a high level understanding of digital

streaming, web publishing, audio production andsound processing, CD manufacture, promotionalskills and appropriate understanding of musicbusiness law and its practical application. Theemphasis is on creating an interactive web pageor real time video sound track with fullsynchronisation. Students continue to develop anunderstanding of path, mic selection andplacement, attenuation and gain structure, leadsand basic wiring, integrated and component PAsystems, crossovers and equalisation, processingand live mixing. Students are also introduced tobasic recording principles, analogue and digitaltechniques, signal routing and processing, CDwriting and manufacture. Students are requiredto understand basic MIDI applications with realtime audio, digital audio (Pro Tools for Mac) andthe application of real time plug-ins, andoutboard processing.Staff: Profile staff or PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture and 1-hr tutorial weekly(13 wks)Prereq: FCB111M.excl: FCB290Assess: assignments and exams as determined bylecturers: final project (50%), final paper (50%)Required: Pellman S,An Introduction to the Creation ofElectroacoustic Music, Wadsworth, Belmont Ca, 1994.Three CD RW discsReference folder for collation of Instructors tutorialdocuments60 min. DAT tape.Courses: [F3K]

FCB122/222World Music

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveProvides students with an introduction to themusical life of non-Western societies includingdiscussion of the cultural significance andfunction of music and characteristic musicalstyles and instruments of regions including theMiddle East, India, Japan, China, Indonesia andAfrica. An introduction is also given toindigenous Australian music and the migrantfolk traditions contributing to the vitality of theAustralian musical landscape.Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture and 1-hr tutorial weekly(13 wks)M.excl: FCB120, FCB220Assess: research assignment (10%), 1200-word essay(25%), end-of-sem listening test (15%), end-of-sem exam(50%)



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Required: Titon J, Worlds of Music, shorter edn,Wadsworth, 2001, ISBN 0534585450Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCB123Advanced Music Teaching and LearningOffered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveRequires students to develop, broaden andbecome more articulate about the skills andknowledge learned in FCB113 Music Teaching andLearning. Students are required to develop andcritique schemes of work for a range of situations,and to research and report on an area ofparticular interest in their chosen field.Staff: Ms D O’TooleUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture and 1-hr tutorial weekly(13 wks)Prereq: FCB113M.excl: FCB205Assess: class work (30%), assignments (70%) – a mixtureof written, oral, individual and group assignmentsCourses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCB215Complementary Study

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: subject to approval by Head of SchoolComplementary study is taken in either year twoor year three as a specifically designedinvestigation to support the major study. Theinvestigation is self-directed once the outline ofthe project has been agreed to by the Head ofSchool. Students can choose a topic for specialinvestigation which may be either practical ortheoretical in nature. Normally BMus studentsmay undertake only one complementary electivewithin their course of study.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr consultation, 2-hr project sessions– ie rehearsals /one-on-one lesson & performanceclass/research seminars (13 wks)Prereq: successful completion of Year 1 (100%) of theBMus or equivAssess: work-in-context assignment (20%), formalpresentation of work undertaken during sem (80%)Courses: [F3K]

FCB311Orchestration

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveAllows the student to become thoroughly

acquainted with the instruments of the standardsymphony orchestra. To develop effectivestrategies for instrumental combinations in amanner supportive of the musical goals of anyorchestration or arranging project, or for use inoriginal composition.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr H MonkhouseUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 2-hr lecture weekly, 1-hr tutorialweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCT 210M.excl: FCB160Assess: small weekly assignments (no extensions orexemptions given), several larger projects, a folio ofwork (in the 7th and last wk of sem) to consist of allweekly assignments and larger projects set towards theend of sem (60%), final project (40%)Required: Blatter A, Instrumentation/Orchestration,Longman NY, 1980REQUIRED MATERIALS:Manuscript paper for short exercises and orchestralscore paper for full orchestral projects.Recommend: Adler S,The Study of Orchestration, Norton,NY 1982.Blades J, Orchestral Percussion Technique, OUP Lond &NY, 1961Read & Gardner, Thesaurus of Orchestral Devices, Pitman,NY, 1953Smith-Brindle R, Contemporary Percussion, OUP Lond &NY, 1970Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCB312Conducting

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: Elective unit for BMus studentsProvides students with an ability to convey themechanics of beat patterns, expressive facial,hand and body gestures. The unit providesstudents with score study, preparation andinterpretive skills necessary for score analysisand conveyance. It also provides students withbasic rehearsal procedure skills needed for theeffective communication of musical ideas in bothlarge and small ensembles.Courses: [F3K]

FCB314MIDI & Digital Audio

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for all compositionstudents. Unit enrolment limited to 10 students.Introduces the MIDI/Digital Audio workstation.Each class meeting introduces new software orhardware applications, and an assignment isgiven to the students to demonstrate their



understanding of how each application functions.Even numbered sessions focus on this series ofintroductions of the various applications, whileodd numbered sessions consist of reviewingstudent assignments and discussion of thesolutions/problems encountered in realising anassignment.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture and 1-hr tutorial weekly(13 wks)Prereq: FCT210, or approval of coordinatorM.excl: FCB190Assess: class assignments (40%), mid-sem project (30%),end-of-sem project (30%)Required: Pellman S,An Introduction to the Creation ofElectroacoustic Music, Wadsworth, Belmont Ca, 1994.Three CD RW discsReference folder for collation of Instructors tutorialdocuments60 min. DAT tape.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCB324Advanced MIDI & Digital Audio

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus(composition) students. Enrolment limited to 10studentsThrough the introduction of advancedprogramming languages for MIDI and DigitalAudio (such as Max, Reverb, CSound andothers), the student works towards the realisationof a specific composition. In collaboration withthe instructor the best technological means forachieving a compositional goal is identified andpursued. Lessons promote a hands-on, problem-solving format whereby the resources of objectoriented programming in a MIDI/Digital Audioenvironment are explored from a compositionaland a programming bias.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture and 1-hr tutorial weekly(13 wks)Prereq: FCB314M.excl: FCB290Assess: class assignments (40%), mid-sem project (30%),end-of-sem project (30%)Required: Pellman S,An Introduction to the Creation ofElectroacoustic Music, Wadsworth, Belmont Ca, 1994.Rowe R, Interactive Music Systems: Machine Listening andComposing, MIT Press, Cambridge Massachusetts, 1993.Three CD RW discsReference folder for collation of Instructors tutorialdocuments60 min. DAT tape.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCC110Professional Practice

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for BMus studentsDesigned to cover basic issues faced by musiciansas independent professional artists, includinglegal issues for musicians; arts funding; artsadministration and business management formusicians; and current uses of technology.Staff: Mr D MaloneUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial weekly (13wks)M.excl: FCP300Assess: assignments (60%), in-class assessmentincluding a presentation (40%)Required: Radbourne J & Fraser M Arts management: Apractical guide Allen & Unwin, Syd, 1996Courses: [F3K]

FCC120Foundation Core Studies (Classical)

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus (Classicalstream and Composition) studentsIntroduces musicianship skills to students in theareas of pitch and rhythm, and the developmentof keyboard skills. The basics of sight singing andsight reading are emphasised in order to developfluency in instrumental and vocal sight reading.Dictation forms an integral part of the unit in theareas of melody, rhythm and harmony. Studentswill develop understanding of style, form andgenre through singing music from the periodapproximately 1680–1825. A weekly keyboardskills class focuses on the development ofkeyboard technique, sight reading and keyboardharmony with an emphasis on the support of thestudent’s work through specific assignments andthe preparation of score reading and assignedpieces.Staff: Dr M Grenfell (Coordinator), Ms S DengUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 1-hr (aural class), 1 x 1-hr (keyboardclass) (13 wks)M.excl: FCL100, FCL200Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturers: aural component (65%), keyboard component(35%)Required: Berkowitz, Fontrier & Kraft, A New Approach toSight Singing, 4th edn, Norton, 1997Core Studies 1 Anthology for Sight Singing.Courses: [F2K] [F3K] [R3A]



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FCC210Intermediate Core Studies (Classical)

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for BMus (Classicalstream and Composition) studentsContinues development of musicianship skills inaural and keyboard undertaken in FCC120. Sightsinging and sight reading skills are emphasisedin order to continue developing fluency ininstrumental and vocal sight reading. Dictationforms an integral part of the unit in the areas ofmelody, rhythm and harmony, with theintroduction of melodic and harmonicchromaticism and changing meters. Studentsdevelop understanding of style, form and genreof music through singing music from c.1850 topresent. A weekly keyboard skills class continuesthe development of keyboard technique, sightreading and keyboard harmony with anemphasis on the support of the student’s workthrough specific assignments and the preparationof score reading and assigned pieces.Staff: Dr M Grenfell (Coordinator), Ms S DengUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 1-hr aural class, 1 x 1-hr keyboardclass (13 wks)Prereq: FCC120M.excl: FCL100, FCL200Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturers: aural component (65%), keyboard component(35%)Required: Berkowitz, Fontrier & Kraft, A New Approach toSight Singing, 4th edn, Norton, 1997.Core Studies 2 Anthology for Sight Singing.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCC220Advanced Core Studies (Classical)

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus (Classicalstream and Composition) studentsContinues development of musicianship skills inaural and keyboard begun in FCC120. Sightsinging and sight reading skills are emphasisedin order to continue developing fluency ininstrumental and vocal sight reading. Dictationforms an integral part of the unit with theintroduction of melodic and harmonicmodulation and chromaticism. Polyrhythmic andasymmetrical rhythmic structures are introduced.Students develop understanding of style, formand genre through singing music from the periodprior to c.1680. A weekly keyboard skills classcontinues the development of keyboardtechnique, sight reading and keyboard harmony

with an emphasis on the support of the student’swork through specific assignments and thepreparation of score reading and assigned pieces.Staff: Dr M Grenfell (Coordinator), Ms S DengUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 1-hr (aural class), 1 x 1-hr (keyboardclass) (13 wks)Prereq: FCC210M.excl: FCL100, FCL200Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturers: aural component (65%), keyboard component(35%)Required: Berkowitz, Fontrier & Kraft, A New Approach toSight Singing, 4th edn, Norton, 1997.Core Studies 3 Anthology for Sight Singing.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE210Orchestra A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe first of four units of orchestral studies. At thislevel the student may play in the nominatedensemble less frequently than advanced studentsin order to devote more time to acquiring theskills necessary to contribute more fully. Thesequence of units is designed to provide studentswith practical experience in the study, rehearsaland performance of orchestral music. Throughweekly rehearsals, aspects of performance areexplored including intonation, ensemble skills(playing together precisely and rhythmically),interpreting the gestures, mannerisms and wishesof the conductor or leader, tone control as well asthe ethics and correct behaviour expected of amember of an ensemble. Other issues coveredinclude the performance of individual andsectional excerpts. The repertoire for this unitcovers a wide range of styles from early Baroquethrough to contemporary scores requiring newperformance techniques. This unit gives studentsperformance experience of these styles over acycle of four semesters. Students are required toattend regular rehearsals, workshops, sectionalsand performances as determined by thecoordinator.Staff: Dr M Phillips (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min ensemble rehearsals weekly(13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCE100; FCO150; FCN150/250/350Assess: ensemble: commitment, preparation &participation (30%); performances (30%) excerpts jury(40%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]



FCE211Accompaniment A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2The first of four units designed to establishfundamental acompaniment skills in thekeyboard player. Through a weeklyaccompaniment class students gain basicexperience of playing with anotherinstrumentalist, and establish reliablefundamental sight-reading skills.Staff: Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: weekly 90-min accompanying class,assigned lessons with instrumentalists – weekly 3-hrrehearsal (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCY150; FCY250; FCY350; FCN150/250/350,FCE100Assess: accompaniment class: commitment, preparationand participation (50%); accompaniment performances:preparation (25%) and performance (25%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE212Guitar Ensemble A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe first of four units each of which is designedto provide students with practical experience inthe study, rehearsal and performance of ensemblemusic. Through weekly rehearsals, aspects ofperformance are explored including intonation,ensemble skills (playing together precisely andrhythmically), tone control as well as the ethicsand correct behaviour expected of a member ofan ensemble.Staff: Mr D Malone, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 to 3-hr ensemble rehearsal weekly (13wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCG150; FCG250; FCG350; FCN150/250/350,FCE100Assess: 2 x guitar ensemble performances or recordingsin the semester. Commitment, preparation andparticipation (40%); guitar ensemble performances(30%), excerpts jury (30%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE213Vocal Ensemble A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of a

balanced ensembleParticipation in choral ensembles as directed, todevelop sight-reading facility and blending skillsfor ensemble singing and develop a knowledgeof ensemble repertoire.Staff: Profile Staff, PTA StaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 90-min rehearsal or performanceweekly (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCV150; FCN150/250/350, FCE100Assess: preparedness and performance at all vocalensemble rehearsals (20%), mid-sem choral excerptstext (25%), end-of-sem choral excerpts test (25%),performances (30%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE215Contemporary Ensemble A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe first of four units of ensemble studiesdesigned to provide students with practicalexperience in the study, rehearsal andperformance of contemporary music. The fourunits will give students performance experienceof a wide variety of styles, from jazz, Gospel andSoul through to current and emerging musicaltrends. Students assigned to ContemporaryEnsemble are expected to maintain a regularrehearsal schedule throughout the semester. Atthis level the student may play less demandingrepertoire than more advanced students in orderto devote more time in acquiring the skillsnecessary to participate effectively in anensemble environment. Emphasis will be placedon progressive development throughout theduration of the course of study.Staff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: audition as requiredM.excl: FCE100, FCN1509, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at tutorials(20%), mid-sem excerpt test (30%), sem performance(s)(50%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE216Gospel Choir A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2The first of four units designed to providestudents with practical experience in the study,rehearsal and performance of Gospel Choir music



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and contemporary Afro-American vocaltechnique. The four units will give studentsperformance experience of a wide variety ofstyles. Students will perform two concerts persemester (one minor, one major). Emphasis willbe placed on progressive development ofensemble skills throughout the duration of thecourse of study.Staff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2.5-hr rehearsal weekly (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCE100, FCN1509, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at all GospelChoir rehearsals (20%), performance(s) (30%), mid-semexcerpt test (25%), end-of- sem excerpts test (25%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE217Chamber Music A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: approval of coordinator reequired andsubject to balanced ensemble groupsThe first of four units designed to providestudents with practical experience in the study,rehearsal and performance of chamber music.The unit will also give students performanceexperience of a wide variety of styles, from earlyBaroque through to contemporary scoresrequiring new performance techniques. Studentsenrolled in Chamber Music are expected todevelop the necessary interpretive andcollaborative skills required for a small andrelatively independent ensemble setting and sowill be required to maintain a regular rehearsalschedule throughout the semester. Approval ofcoordinator required and enrolment subject tobalanced ensemble groups.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), profile staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCE100, FCO1509, 250, 350, FCY150, 250, 350,FCG150,250,350, FCV150,250,350Assess: preparedness and performance at tutorials(20%), 2 excerpt tests (40%), sem performance(s) (40%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE220Orchestra B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe second of four units of ensemble studies. Atthis level the student may play in the nominated

ensemble more frequently than in FCE210 butstill less frequently than advanced students inorder to devote more time to acquiring the skillsnecessary to contribute more fully. The studentshould also be able to have a basic commandover playing in tune, in time, following theconductor accurately and attempting to blendwith other instruments successfully.Staff: Dr M Phillips (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min ensemble rehearsals weekly(13 wks)Prereq: FCE210, auditionM.excl: FCE100; FCO150; FCN150/250/350Assess: commitment, preparation and participation(30%); performances (30%), excerpts jury (40%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE221Accompaniment B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2The second of four units designed to establishfundamental ensemble skills in the keyboardplayer. Through a weekly accompaniment classstudents gain further experience of playing withanother instrumentalist, and establish reliablesight-reading skills.Staff: Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: weekly 90-min accompanying class;assigned lessons with instrumentalists – weekly 3-hrrehearsal (13 wks)Prereq: FCE211M.excl: FCY150; FCY250; FCY350; FCN150/250/350FCE100Assess: accompaniment class: commitment, preparationand participation (50%); accompaniment performances:preparation (25%); and performance (25%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE222Guitar Ensemble B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe second of four ensemble units each of whichis designed to provide students with practicalexperience in the study, rehearsal andperformance of ensemble music. At this level thestudent may play parts of greater difficulty thanin FCE212 but the focus of attention is still onacquiring efficient ensemble skills. The student isexpected to demonstrate a good command overplaying in time and in tune as well as the abilityto blend well with the other instruments in the



ensemble.Staff: Mr D Malone, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-3-hr rehearsal weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE212, auditionM.excl: FCG 150; FCG250; FCG350; FCN150/250/350,FCE100Assess: rehearsals commitment, preparation andparticipation (30%), guitar ensemble performances(40%), excerpts jury (30%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE223Vocal Ensemble B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleParticipation in ensembles as directed, to developgreater sight-reading facility and blending skillsfor ensemble singing and develop a knowledgeof vocal ensemble repertoire.Staff: Profile staff, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 90-min rehearsals or performanceper week (13 wks)Prereq: FCE213, auditionM.excl: FCV150; FCN150/250/350Assess: preparedness and performance at all vocalensemble rehearsals (20%), mid-sem choral excerptstext (25%), end-of-sem choral excerpts test (25%),performances (30%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE225Contemporary Ensemble B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe second of four units of ensemble studiesdesigned to provide students with furtherpractical experience in the study, rehearsal andperformance of contemporary music. The fourunits will give students performance experienceof a wide variety of styles, from Jazz, Gospel andSoul through to current and emerging musicaltrends. Students assigned to ContemporaryEnsemble are expected to maintain a regularrehearsal schedule throughout the semester. Atthis level the student may play less demandingrepertoire than more advanced students in orderto devote more time in acquiring the skillsnecessary to participate effectively in anensemble environment. Emphasis is placed onprogressive development throughout theduration of the course of study.Staff: Mr A Legg

Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE215, auditionM.excl: FCE100; FCN150, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at tutorials(20%), mid-sem excerpt test (30%), sem performance(s)(50%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE226Gospel Choir B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2The second of four units designed to providestudents with further practical experience in thestudy, rehearsal and performance of Gospel Choirmusic and contemporary Afro-American vocaltechnique. The four units will give studentsperformance experience of a wide variety ofstyles. Students will perform two concerts persemester (one minor, one major). Emphasis willbe placed on progressive development ofensemble skills throughout the duration of thecourse of study.Staff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2.5-hr rehearsal weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE216, auditionM.excl: FCE100; FCN150, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at all GospelChoir rehearsals (20%), performance(s) (30%), mid-semexcerpt test (25%), end-of-sem excerpts test (25%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCE227Chamber Music B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: approval of coordinator required andsubject to balanced ensemble groups.The second of four units Chamber Music Bprovides students with further experience in thestudy, rehearsal and performance of chambermusic. The unit will also give studentsperformance experience of a wide variety ofstyles, from early Baroque through tocontemporary scores requiring new performancetechniques. Students enrolled in Chamber Musicare expected to develop the necessaryinterpretive and collaborative skills required for asmall and relatively independent ensemblesetting and so will be required to maintain aregular rehearsal schedule throughout thesemester.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE217, audition



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M.excl: FCE 100; FCO150, 250, 350; FCY150, 250, 350;FCC150, 250, 350; FCV150, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at tutorials(20%), 2 excerpt tests (40%), sem performance(s) (40%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE310Orchestra C

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe third of four units of ensemble studies. Atthis level the student may play in the nominatedensemble more frequently than in FCE220 andwill be expected to demonstrate good commandover playing in tune, in time, following theconductor accurately and attempting to blendwith other instruments successfully. The studentshould also be forming a growing awareness ofappropriate ensemble style applicable to differentmusics.Staff: Dr M Phillips (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min ensemble rehearsals weekly(13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCE200; FCO250; FCN150/250/350Assess: commitment, preparation and participation(30%); performances (30%); excerpts jury (40%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE311Accompaniment C

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2The third of four units designed to establishfundamental ensemble skills in the keyboardplayer. Through a weekly accompaniment classstudents will gain further experience of playingwith another instrumentalist, and establishreliable sight-reading skills. At this level thekeyboardist is expected to have a good commandover a wide stylistic range of music. Additionally,an emerging fluency of learning and performingnew repertoire is expected at this level.Staff: Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA StaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: weekly 90-min accompanying class,assigned lessons with instrumentalists – weekly 3-hrrehearsal (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCY150; FCY250; FCY350; FCN 150, 250, 350,FCE200Assess: accompaniment class: commitment, preparationand participation (50%), accompaniment performances:preparation (25%); and performance (25%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE312Guitar Ensemble C

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe third of four ensemble units each of which isdesigned to provide students with practicalexperience in the study, rehearsal andperformance of ensemble music. At this level thestudent is expected to perform advancedrepertoire and to demonstrate a good commandover playing in tune and in time as well as theability to blend well with the other instruments inthe ensemble. The student should also be forminga growing awaremness of appropraite ensemblestyle applicable to different musics.Staff: Mr D Malone, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr guitar ensemble rehearsal, 2-hrChamber Music rehearsal weekly (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCG150; FCG250; FCG350; FCN150, 250, 350,FCE200Assess: rehearsals commitment, preparation andparticipation (30%), guitar esnsemble performances(30%), excerpts jury (40%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE313Vocal Ensemble C

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleParticipation in choral ensembles as directed, todevelop sight-reading facility and blending skillsfor ensemble singing and develop a knowledgeof vocal ensemble repertoire.Staff: Profile Staff, PTA StaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 90-min rehearsals or performanceweekly (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCV250; FCN150, 250, 350, FCE200Assess: preparedness and performance at all vocalensemble rehearsals (20%), mid-sem choral excerptstext (25%), end-of-sem choral excerpts test (25%),performances (30%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE315Contemporary Ensemble C

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensemble



The third of four units of ensemble studiesdesigned to provide students with furtherpractical experience in the study, rehearsal andperformance of contemporary music. The fourunits will give students performance experienceof a wide variety of styles, from jazz, Gospel andSoul through to current and emerging musicaltrends. Students assigned to ContemporaryEnsemble are expected to maintain a regularrehearsal schedule throughout the semester. Atthis level students will be expected to playadvanced repertoire. Emphasis will be placed onprogressive development throughout theduration of the course of study.Staff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCE200, FCN150, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at tutorials(20%), mid-sem excerpt test (30%), sem performance(s)(50%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE316Gospel Choir C

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2The third of four units designed to providestudents with further practical experience in thestudy, rehearsal and performance of Gospel Choirmusic and contemporary Afro-American vocaltechnique. The four units give studentsperformance experience of a wide variety ofstyles. Students perform two concerts persemester (one minor, one major). At this levelstudents are expected to perform advancedrepertoire. Emphasis is placed on progressivedevelopment of ensemble skills throughout theduration of the course of study.Staff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2.5-hr rehearsal weekly (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCE200, FCN150, 250, 350Assess: participation and preparedness at all GospelChoir rehearsals (20%), performance(s) (30%), mid-semexcerpts test (25%), end-of-sem excerpts test (25%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE317Chamber Music C

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: approval of coordinator required andsubject to balanced ensemble groupsThe third of four units Chamber Music C

provides students with further experience in thestudy, rehearsal and performance of chambermusic. At this level students are expected toperform advanced Chamber Music repertoire.Chamber music students are expected to developthe necessary interpretive and collaborative skillsrequired for a small and relatively independentensemble setting and so will be required tomaintain a regular rehearsal schedule throughoutthe semester.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCE200, FCO150, 250, 350, FCY150, 250, 350,FCG150, 250, 350, FCV150, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at tutorials(20%), 2 excerpt tests (40%), sem performance(s) (40%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE320Orchestra D

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe fourth of four units of ensemble studies. Atthis level the student should demonstrateadvanced command over playing in tune, intime, following the conductor accurately andblending with other instruments successfully. Thestudent should also demonstrate an advancedawareness of appropriate ensemble styleapplicable to different musics.Staff: Dr M Phillips (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE310, auditionM.excl: FCE200; FCO250; FCN150/250/350Assess: orchestra or ensemble: commitment, preparationand participation (30%); performances (30%), excerptsor improv: jury (40%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE321Accompaniment D

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2The fourth of four units designed to establishfundamental ensemble skills in the keyboardplayer. Through a weekly accompaniment classstudents gain greater experience of playing withanother instrumentalist, and establish reliableand fluent sight-reading skills. At this level thekeyboardist is expected to have an advancedcommand over a wide stylistic range of music.Additionally, an emerging professionalism with



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regard to learning and performing new repertoireis expected at this level. Works with increasinglyindependent or virtuosic accompanimental partsare expected to be successfully undertaken.Staff: Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA StaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: weekly 90-min accompanying class,assigned lessons with instrumentalists – weekly 3-hrsrehearsal (13 wks)Prereq: auditionM.excl: FCY150; FCY250; FCY350; FCN150/250/350Assess: accompaniment class: commitment, preparationand participation (50%); accompaniment performances:preparation (25%) and performance (25%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE322Guitar Ensemble D

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe fourth of four ensemble units each of whichis designed to provide students with practicalexperience in the study, rehearsal andperformance of ensemble music. At this level thestudent is expected to perform advancedrepertoire and demonstrate advanced ensembleskills (play in tune and precisely in time). Thestudent is also expectd to be able to blendeffectively into the ensemble sound and perform,to a high level, the chosen repertoire using theappropritate ensemble style.Staff: Mr D Malone, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr guitar ensemble rehearsal, 90-minstyle class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE312, auditionM.excl: FCG150; FCG250; FCG350; FCN150/250/350Assess: rehearsals commitment, preparation andparticipation (30%), guitar ensemble performances(30%) excerpts jury (40%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE323Vocal Ensemble D

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleParticipation in ensembles as directed, to developsight-reading facility and blending skills forensemble singing and develop a knowledge ofvocal ensemble repertoire.Staff: Profile staff, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 90-min rehearsals or performanceweekly (13 wks)

Prereq: FCE313, auditionM.excl: FCV250; FCN150/250/350Assess: preparedness and performance at all vocalensemble rehearsals (20%), mid-sem choral excerptstext (25%), end-of-sem choral excerpts test (25%),performances (30%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE325Contemporary Ensemble D

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: placement is subject to the creation of abalanced ensembleThe fourth of four units of ensemble studiesdesigned to provide students with furtherpractical experience in the study, rehearsal andperformance of contemporary music. The fourunits give students performance experience of awide variety of styles, from jazz, Gospel and Soulthrough to current and emerging musical trends.Students assigned to Contemporary Ensemble areexpected to maintain a regular rehearsal schedulethroughout the semester. At this level studentsare expected to play advanced repertoire anddemonstrate competent leadership skill withintheir ensemble. Emphasis is placed onprogressive development throughout theduration of the course of study.Staff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE315, auditionM.excl: FCE200, FCN150, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at tutorials(20%), mid-sem excerpt test (30%), sem performance(s)(50%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE326Gospel Choir D

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2The fourth of four units designed to providestudents with further practical experience in thestudy, rehearsal and performance of Gospel Choirmusic and contemporary Afro-American vocaltechnique. The four units will give studentsperformance experience of a wide variety ofstyles. Students perform two concerts persemester (one minor, one major). At this levelstudents are expected to perform advancedrepertoire. Emphasis is placed on progressivedevelopment of ensemble skills throughout theduration of the course of study.Staff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%



Teaching pattern: 2.5-hr rehearsal weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE316, auditionM.excl: FCE200, FCN150, 250, 350Assess: participation, preparedness and performance atall Gospel Choir rehearsals (20%), performance(s)(30%), mid-sem excerpts test (25%), end-of-sem excerptstest (25%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCE327Chamber Music D

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: approval of Coordinator required,placement is subject to the creation of a balancedensembleThe fourth of four units Chamber Music Dprovides students with further experience in thestudy, rehearsal and performance of chambermusic. At this level students are expected toperform advanced Chamber Music repertoire.Chamber music students are expected to developthe necessary interpretive and collaborative skillsrequired for a small and relatively independentensemble setting and so will be required tomaintain a regular rehearsal schedule throughoutthe semester.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2x90-min rehearsals weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCE317, auditionM.excl: FCE200, FCO, FCY150, 250, 350, FCG150, 250,350, FCV150, 250, 350Assess: preparedness and performance at tutorials(20%), 2 excerpts tests (40%), sem performance(s) (40%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCF110Foundation Audio

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for DipMus and BMus(Contemporary stream) studentsIntroduces the essential concepts of audio designas they relate to live and recorded music.Students develop an understanding of signalpath, mic selection and placement, attenuationand gain structure, leads and basic wiring,integrated and component PA systems,crossovers and equalisation, processing and livemixing. Students are also introduced to basicrecording principles, analogue and digitaltechniques, signal routing and processing, CDwriting and manufacture.Staff: Mr A Legg (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial (13 wks)

Assess: assignments and exams as determined bylecturers; recording and sound reinforcementcomponent (65%), Music Industry Studies component(35%)Required: Three CD/RW discsReference folder for collation of Instructors tutorialdocuments1 x 60-min DAT tape.Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCG110Foundation Musicianship

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: Required unit for Diploma of MusicstudentsIntroduces sound as the basis for music throughthe development of aural skills, theory andwriting skills, improvisation and keyboardmusicianship.Staff: Profile staff, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr aural tutorial , 1-hr theory tutorial,1-hr keyboard tutorial weekly (13 wks)M.excl: FCG180Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturers: aural component (40%), theory component(30%), keyboard component (30%)Required: Aural: Berkowitz, Fontrier & Kraft, A NewApproach to Sight Singing,4th edn, Norton, 1997Theory: Kostka & Payne, Tonal Harmony, 4th edn,McGraw-Hill, (Textbook and workbook)Courses: [F2K] [R3A]

FCG120Foundation Theory

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: Required unit for Diploma of MusicstudentsIntroduces the fundamentals of music theory.Recognition of notes in four clefs, key signatures,intervals, chords and tonal harmony, simple andcompound rhythmic concepts as well as anintroduction to simple diatonic voice-leading arethe fundamentals covered in this unit. Itintroduces students to elements of theory thatwill allow for further advanced study of thedevelopment of tonal and non-tonal theory inWestern music.Staff: Dr M Grenfell (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture, 1-hr workshop weeklyPrereq: FCG110Assess: assignments and exercises of material covered inlectures (50%), mid-sem test (10%), sen-of-sem exam(40%)Required: Kostka S & Payne D, Tonal Harmony, 4th edn,



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FCH220Music History (Antiquity–1680)

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for BMus studentsProvides a comprehensive overview of musicfrom the earliest times until approximately 1680,with a program of integrated listening. Studentsare introduced to music research resources andmethods and gain familiarity with the stylisticcharacteristics of the major genres of theMedieval, Renaissance and early Baroque periodsand a knowledge of major repertory.Staff: Dr A ForbesUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial (13 wks)M.excl: FCP200Assess: research assignment (10%), 1200-word essay(25%), end-of-sem listening test (15%), end-of-sem exam(50%)Required: *Grout & Palisca, A History of Western Music,6th edn, Norton, ISBN 0393975274Norton Anthology of Western Music, vol 1, 4th edn,Norton, ISBN 0939976904*Concise Norton Recorded Anthology of Western Music4CD set.*NOTE: These recordings will also be used for FCH320.The Norton Anthology Vol 1 and A History of WesternMusic will also be used for Music History 2.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCH310Music History (1680–1880)

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: required unit for BMus studentsProvides a comprehensive overview of musicfrom approximately 1680 until approximately1880, with a program of integrated listening.Students gain familiarity with the stylisticcharacteristics of the major genres of the lateBaroque, Classical and mid-Romantic periodsand a knowledge of major repertory.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCH311Studies in Musicology

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for BMus (musicology)studentsIntroduces students to the literature, theories,methodologies and practices appropriate toresearch in the areas of historical musicology and

comparative musicology, and also includes anintroduction to the fields of aesthetics andcriticism, psychology and sociology of music.Staff: Dr A ForbesUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs weekly seminar (13 wks)Assess: 3 research assignments (30%), 2,000-word essay(30%), end-of-sem 2-hr exam (40%)Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCH320Music History (1880–Present)

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus studentsProvides a comprehensive overview of musicfrom approximately 1880 until the present, with aprogram of integrated listening. Students gainfamiliarity with the stylistic characteristics of themajor genres of the late Romantic period and themusic of the 20th-century and contemporaryAustralian music and develop a knowledge ofmajor repertory.Staff: Dr A ForbesUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial (13 wks)Prereq: FCH220M.excl: FCP200Assess: research assignment (10%), 1,200-word essay(25%), end-of-sem listening test (15%), end-of -semexam (50%)Required: *Morgan Twentieth-Century Music, Norton,ISBN 039395272X*Norton Anthology of Western Music, vol 2, 4th edn,Norton, ISBN 0393976912*Concise Norton Recorded Anthology of Western Music4CD set.*NOTE: These texts were also required for MusicHistory 1 and/or Music History 2Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCH321Music Research Seminar

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus (musicology)studentsProvides opportunities for students to undertakeguided critical enquiry into an area of musicresearch and present their work in a seminarformat and discuss issues and aspects of researchmethodology in a group situation. The seminarpursues a single theme in the course of thesemester such as historical performance practice,aesthetics and criticism, or music and society.Staff: Dr A ForbesUnit weight: 12.5%



Teaching pattern: 2 hrs weekly seminar (13 wks)Prereq: FCH310Assess: 2 seminar presentations (40%), 4,000-wordresearch project (60%)Courses: [F3K] R3A

FCM110Classical or Contemporary Orchestral

Instruments 1AOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus and DipMus(orchestral or contemporary instrument) studentsThe first of six graduated units of study,providing a course of study of an approvedorchestral instrument, and covering bothtechnique and repertoire. A wide range of stylesand idioms are included. A program of study isestablished on an individual basis with regard tothe needs and stage of development of eachstudent. Emphasis is placed on progressivedevelopment throughout the duration of thecourse. In this unit the student focuses onperformance fundamentals. Such fundamentalsare demonstrated through a closed panel recitalwhich should demonstrate the student’scommand of fundamental performance skills oftechnical fluency, accurate tuning, correct rhythmand tempo.Staff: Mr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), profile staff(orchestralUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 1-hr weekly lesson, 1 x 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)M.excl: FCO100, FCN100Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled inone concert practice (15 minutes) plus end-of-sem examrecital: (non-public, panel assessed) 20 minutes (50%);mid-sem technical exam (50%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K]

FCM111Classical or Contemporary Keyboard 1AOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(classical or contemporary keyboard) studentsThe first of six graduated units of study. In thisunit the student focuses on performancefundamentals. Such fundamentals aredemonstrated through a closed panel recitalwhich should demonstrate the student’scommand of fundamental performance skills oftechnical fluency, correct rhythm and tempo. Theunit is designed to provide an individualised andappropriate program of an approved keyboardinstrument, covering both technique and

repertoire, and includes a wide range of stylesand idioms. It includes technical work andselections from the repertoire of major works,concertante works, recital pieces and technicalcompositions. Regular consultation betweenlecturer and student, focusing on a detailedappraisal of technical and interpretative strengthsand weaknesses, enables continuous clarificationof specific learning objectives and content.Students are also required to attend a weeklyperformance class which is designed allowlearning to occur in an open performanceenvironment and to extend knowledge of therepertoire through constructive listening.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms S Deng, MrsB Sedivka, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)M.excl: FCY100Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15 min concert practice plus 20-min end-of-sem examrecital: (non-public, panel assessed) (50%); mid-semtechnical exam (50%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K]

FCM112Classical or Contemporary Guitar 1A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(classical or contemporary guitar) studentsThe first of six graduated units of study. In thisunit the student will focus on performancefundamentals which will be demonstratedthrough a closed panel recital which shoulddemonstrate the student’s command offundamental performance skills of technicalfluency, correct rhythm and tempo. The unitprovides a course of study in classical orcontemporary guitar covering both techniqueand repertoire. A wide range of styles andidioms are included. The program of studyincludes technical work and selections from therepertoire of major works, recital pieces andtechnical compositions.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Mr D Malone,PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lessons and 90-min performanceclass weekly (13 wks)M.excl: FCG 100Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15 min concert practice, 1 x 20 min end-of-sem examrecital: (non-public, panel assessed (50%); mid-semtechnical exam (50%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K]



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FCM113Classical or Contemporary Voice 1A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(classical or contemporary voice) studentsThe first of six graduated units of study. At thisstage the student will focus on performancefundamentals. Such fundamentals aredemonstrated through a closed panel recitalwhich should demonstrate the student’scommand of fundamental performance skills oftechnical fluency, accurate tuning, correct rhythmand tempo. The unit is designed to provide anindividualised and appropriate program of vocalstudy. It focuses on both technical work andrepertoire, and includes a wide range of stylesand idioms from the Renaissance to theContemporary idioms of the present day. Regularconsultation between lecturer and student,focusing on a detailed appraisal of technical andinterpretative strengths and weaknesses, enablescontinuous clarification of specific learningobjectives and content. Students are also requiredto attend a weekly performance class which isdesigned to allow learning to occur in an openperformance environment and to extendknowledge of the repertoire through constructivelistening.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms M Smith, PTAstaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr weekly individual tuition andweekly 90-min performance class (13 wks)M.excl: FCV100Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15 min concert practice, 20-min end-of-sem exam recital(non-public, panel assessed) (50%); mid-sem technicalexam (50%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K] [F2K]

FCM114Composition 1A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(composition) majorsThe following range of activities serves as a basisfor the establishment of technical and expressivetools for the composition student to advance tomore complex and extended projects as well as ademonstration of fundamentals of musiccomposition such as formal conception,instrumentation, handling of pitch and temporalmaterials, etc – (a) one-to-one lessons; (b)

composition folio: [i] solo non-harmonicinstrument and [ii] solo harmonic instrument; (c)recitals: public performances of works writteneach semester; (d) principal studies class: visitingcomposers, ensembles, classes with students andstaff.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-mincomposition class weekly (13 wks)M.excl: FCC100Assess: folio of work (50%), 2-hr analysis exam (50%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K]


Instruments 1BOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(classical or contemporary keyboard) studentsThe second of six graduated units of study. Atthis stage the student focuses on fundamentalsfluency through a demonstration of skillsmastered in semester 1 in a public recital of 30minutes duration.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator) Profile, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM111M.excl: FCY100Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min concert Practice; 30-min end-of-sem exam recital(50%); mid-sem technical exam (50%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K] [F2K]

FCM121Classical or Contemporary Keyboard 1BOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(classical or contemporary keyboard) studentsThe second of six graduated units of study. Atthis stage the student will focus on fundamentalsfluency through a demonstration of skillsmastered in semester 1 in a public recital of 30minutes duration.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms S Deng, MrsB Sedivka, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM111M.excl: FCY100Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x



15-min concert Practice; 30-min end-of-sem exam recital(50%); mid-sem technical exam (50%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K] [F2K]

FCM122Classical or Contemporary Guitar 1B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(classical or contemporary guitar) studentsThe second of six graduated units of study. Atthis stage the student focuses on fundamentalsfluency through a demonstration of skillsmastered in semester 1 in a public recital of 30minutes duration.It is expected that students will gain a thoroughgrounding in guitar technique and performanceof the repertoire. The unit will provide a course ofstudy in classical or contemporary guitarcovering both technique and repertoire. A widerange of styles and idioms will be included. Theprogram of study includes technical work andselections from the repertoire of major works,recital pieces and technical compositions.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Mr D Malone,PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lessons and 90-min performanceclass weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM112M.excl: FCG 100Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min concert practice, 30-min end-of-sem exam recital(50%), mid-sem technical exam (50%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K]

FCM123Classical or Contemporary Voice 1B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(classical or contemporary voice) studentsThe second of six graduated units of study. Atthis stage the student will focus on fundamentalsfluency through a demonstration of skillsmastered in semester 1 in a public recital of 30minutes duration.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms M Smith, PTAStaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM113M.excl: FCV100Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min concert practice; 30-min end-of-sem exam recital

(50%); mid-sem technical exam (50%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K] [F2K]

FCM124Composition 1B

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus(composition) studentsThe following range of activities serves as a basisfor the establishment of technical and expressivetools for the composition student to advance tomore complex and extended projects as well as ademonstration of fundamentals of musiccomposition such as formal conception,instrumentation, handling of pitch and temporalmaterials, etc – (a) one-to-one lessons; (b)composition folio: [i] solo voice with harmonicinstrument, [ii] solo instrument with harmonicinstrument; (c) recitals – public performances ofworks written each semester; (d) principal studiesclass – visiting composers, ensembles, classeswith students and staff.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-mincomposition class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM114M.excl: FCC100Assess: folio of work (50%), 2-hr end-of-sem analysisexam (50%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K]


Instruments 2AOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus (classical orcontemporary instruments) studentsThe third of six graduated units of study. At thisstage the student will focus on intermediateperformance skills. At this level the student willdemonstrate such skills in a public recital of 40minutes duration demonstrating the student’sincreased command and fluency of skills.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 1-hr weekly lesson, 1 x 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM120; FCF110 in contemporary streamM.excl: FCE210Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min concert practice, 40-min end-of-sem exam recital(60%), mid-sem technical exam (40%)Courses: [F3K] [F2K]



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FCM211Classical or Contemporary Keyboard

2AOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary keyboard) studentsThe third of six graduated units of study. At thisstage the student will focus on intermediateperformance skills. The student will demonstratesuch skills in a public recital of 40 minutesduration demonstrating the students increasedcommand and fluency of skills.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms S Deng, MrsB Sedivka, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM121; FCF110 (contemporary students)Coreq: FCE211, FCF110M.excl: FCY200Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min concert practice, 40-min end-of-sem examrecital: (60%), mid-sem technical exam (40%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary guitar) studentsThe third of six graduated units of study. At thisstage the student focuses on intermediateperformance skills. The student will demonstratesuch skills in a public recital of 40 minutesduration demonstrating the student’s increasedcommand and fluency of skills. The unit providesa course of study in classical or contemporaryguitar covering both technique and repertoire. Awide range of styles and idioms will be included.The program of study includes technical workand selections from the repertoire of major works,recital pieces and technical compositions.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Mr D Malone,PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lesson and 90-min performanceclass weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM122; FCF110 (contemporary students)M.excl: FCG200Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min concert practice; 40-min end-of-sem exam recital(60%), mid-sem technical exam (40%)Courses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary voice) studentsThe third of six graduated units of study. At thisstage the student will focus on intermediateperformance skills. The student will demonstratesuch skills in a public recital of 40 minutes’duration demonstrating the student’s increasedcommand and fluency of skills.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms M Smith, PTAStaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr weekly individual tuition andweekly 90-min performance class (13 wks)Prereq: FCM123; FCF110 (contemporary students)Coreq: FCE213M.excl: FCV200Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min Concert Practice; 40-min end-of-sem examrecital (60%), mid-sem technical exam (40%)Courses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus(composition) studentsThe following range of activities serves as a basisfor the establishment of technical and expressivetools for the composition student to advance tomore complex and extended projects as well as ademonstration of fundamentals of musiccomposition such as formal conception,instrumentation, handling of pitch and temporalmaterials, etc – (a) one-to-one lessons; (b)composition folio – [i] woodwind smallensemble, [ii] brass small ensemble; (c) recitals –public performances of works written eachsemester, (d) principal studies class – visitingcomposers, ensembles, classes with students andstaff.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: weekly 1-hr individual tuition andweekly 90-min composition class (13 wks)Prereq: FCM124M.excl: FCC200Assess: folio of work completed during sem (60%); 2-hranalysis exam (40%)Courses: [F3K]




Instruments 2BOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus (classical orcontemporary instrument) studentsThe fourth of six graduated units of study. Thestudent will perform a public recital of 50minutes duration demonstrating an increasedcontrol and command of stylistic and technicalskills appropriate to music drawn from a widespectrum of styles (contemporary) or from musicof the 17th through the 20th centuries (classical).Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 1-hr weekly lesson, 1 x 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM210M.excl: FCO200Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min Concert Practice. 50-min end-of-sem examrecital (60%), mid-sem technical exam (40%)Courses: [F3K]


2BOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary keyboard) studentsThe fourth of six graduated units of study. Thestudent will perform a public recital of 50minutes’ duration demonstrating an increasedcontrol and command of stylistic and technicalskills appropriate to music drawn from a widespectrum of styles (contemporary) or from musicof the 17th through the 20th centuries (classical).Staff: Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM211M.excl: FCY200Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1x15-min Concert Practice. 50-min end-of-sem examrecital 60%), mid-sem technical exam (40%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical or

contemporary guitar) studentsThe fourth of six graduated units of study.Intermediate performance. The student performsa public recital of 50 minutes durationdemonstrating an increased control andcommand of stylistic and technical skillsappropriate to this level. It is expected thatstudents will gain a thorough grounding in guitartechnique and performance of the repertoire. Theunit provides a course of study in classical orcontemporary guitar covering both techniqueand repertoire. A wide range of styles andidioms are included. The program of studyincludes technical work and selections from therepertoire of major works, recital pieces andtechnical compositions.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Mr D Malone,PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lessons and weekly 90-minperformance class (13 wks)Prereq: FCM212M.excl: FCG200Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in1x15-min Concert Practice. 50-min end-of-sem examrecital (60%), mid-sem technical exam (40%)Courses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary voice) studentsThe fourth of six graduated units of study. Thestudent performs a public recital of 50 minutesduration demonstrating an increased control andcommand of stylistic and technical skillsappropriate to music drawn from a widespectrum of styles (contemporary) or from musicof the 17th through the 20th centuries (classical).Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms M Smith, PTAStaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM213M.excl: FCV200Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min Concert Practice, 50-min end-of-sem examrecital (60%), mid-sem technical exam (40%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K]



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Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus(composition) majorsThe following range of activities serves as a basisfor the establishment of technical and expressivetools for the composition student to advance tomore complex and extended projects as well as ademonstration of fundamentals of musiccomposition such as formal conception,instrumentation, handling of pitch and temporalmaterials, etc – (a) one-to-one lessons; (b)composition folio: [i] small string ensemble, [ii]small percussion ensemble; (c) recitals – publicperformances of works written each semester; (d)principal studies class – visiting composers,ensembles, classes with students and staff.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-mincomposition class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM214M.excl: FCC200Assess: folio of work completed during semester(submitted at the end of sem) (60%), 2-hr end-of-semanalysis exam (40%)Courses: [F3K]


Instruments 3AOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus (classical orcontemporary instrument) studentsThe fifth of six graduated units of study. Througha public recital of 60 minutes the student willdemonstrate a mastery of advanced technical andstylistic aspects of music drawn from a widespectrum of styles (contemporary) or from musicof the 17th through the 20th centuries (classical).Additionally a relaxed, confident andcommanding performance demeanour isexpected. By this stage technical issues of rhythm,tuning, ensemble and tone production should beapproaching professional levels.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staff(orchestral instruments), PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 1-hr weekly lesson, 1 x 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM220M.excl: FCO300Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x

15-min Concert Practice, 60-min end-of-sem examrecital (70%), mid-sem technical exam (30%)Courses: [F3K]


3AOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary keyboard) studentsThe fifth of six graduated units of study. Througha public recital of 60 minutes the student willdemonstrate a mastery of advanced technical andstylistic aspects of music drawn from a widespectrum of styles (contemporary) or from musicof the 17th through the 20th centuries (classical).Additionally a relaxed, confident andcommanding performance demeanour isexpected. By this stage technical issues of rhythm,tuning, ensemble and tone production should beapproaching professional levels.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms S Deng, MrsB Sedivka, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM221M.excl: FCY300Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min Concert Practice; 60-min end-of-sem examrecital (70%), mid-sem technical exam (30%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary guitar) studentsThe fifth of six graduated units of study. Througha public recital of 60 minutes the student willdemonstrate a mastery of advanced technical andstylistic aspects of music from the 17th throughthe 20th centuries. Additionally a relaxed,confident and commanding performancedemeanour is expected. By this stage technicalissues of rhythm, tuning, ensemble and toneproduction should be approaching professionallevels. The unit provides a course of study inclassical or contemporary guitar covering bothtechnique and repertoire. A wide range of stylesand idioms are included. The program of studyincludes technical work and selections from therepertoire of major works, recital pieces andtechnical compositions.



Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Mr D Malone,PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lessons and weekly 90-minperformance class (13 wks)Prereq: FCM222M.excl: FCG300Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in 1 x15-min Concert Practice; 60-min end-of-sem examrecital (70%), mid-sem technical exam (30%)Courses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary voice) studentsThe fifth of six graduated units of study. Througha public recital of 60 minutes the student willdemonstrate a mastery of advanced technical andstylistic aspects of music drawn from a widespectrum of styles (contemporary) or from musicof the 17th through the 20th centuries (classical).Additionally a relaxed, confident andcommanding performance demeanour isexpected. By this stage technical issues of rhythm,tuning, ensemble and tone production should beapproaching professional levels.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms M Smith, PTAstaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr weekly individual tuition and aweekly 90-min performance class (13 wks)Prereq: FCM223M.excl: FCV300Assess: attendance and performance, as scheduled in1x15-min Concert Practice, 60-min end-of-sem examRecital (70%), mid-sem technical exam (30%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus(composition) studentsThe following range of activities serves as a basisfor the establishment of technical and expressivetools for the composition student to advance tomore complex and extended projects as well as ademonstration of fundamentals of musiccomposition such as formal conception,instrumentation, handling of pitch and temporalmaterials, etc – (a) onbe-to-one lessons; (b)composition folio – [i] string orchestra, [ii] choir;

(c) recitals – public performances of workswritten each semester, (d) principal studies class –visiting composers, ensembles, classes withstudents and staff.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-mincomposition class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM224M.excl: FCC300Assess: folio of work completed during semester(submitted at the end of sem) (70%), 2-hr analysis exam(administered at the end of sem) (30%)Courses: [F3K]


Instruments 3BOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus (classical orcontemporary instrument) studentsThe sixth of six graduated units of study.Through a 70 minute public recital as well asconcerto performance (classical stream) or aprofessional quality CD of studio recordings(contemporary) the student will demonstratecomprehensive expressive, technical and musicalskills to a professional level of excellence. Allaspects of technique assessed in semester 1 andthat have been continuously assessed throughoutthe degree should be at a level appropriate toentry-level professional demands.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staff(orchestral instruments), PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lesson and 90-min performanceclass weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM310M.excl: FCO300Assess: performance in Concert Practice is a prerequisitefor further assessment. Concerto performance(Classical) Professional quality CD recording(Contemporary) (50%); 70 minute recital (25% of whichmay be of music previously assessed once) (50%)Courses: [F3K]

FCM321Classical or Contemporary Keyboard 3BOffered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary keyboard) studentsThe sixth of six graduated units of study.Through a 70 minute public recital as well asconcerto performance (classical stream) or aprofessional quality CD of studio recordings



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(contemporary) the student will demonstratecomprehensive expressive, technical and musicalskills to a professional level of excellence. Allaspects of technique assessed in semester 1 andthat have been continuously assessed throughoutthe degree should be at a level appropriate toentry-level professional demands.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms S Deng, MrsB Sedivka, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM311M.excl: FCY300Assess: performance in Concert Practice is a prerequisitefor further assessment. Concerto performance(Classical) Professional quality CD recording(Contemporary) (50%); 70 minute recital (25 % of whichmay be of music previously assessed once) (50%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary guitar) studentsThe sixth of six graduated units of study.Through a 70 minute public recital as well asconcerto performance (classical stream) or aprofessional quality CD of studio recordings(contemporary) the student will demonstratecomprehensive expressive, technical and musicalskills to a professional level of excellence. Allaspects of technique assessed in semester 1 andthat have been continuously assessed throughoutthe degree should be at a level appropriate toentry-level professional demands. The unitprovides a course of study in classical orcontemporary guitar covering both techniqueand repertoire. A wide range of styles and idiomsare included. The program of study includestechnical work and selections from the repertoireof major works, recital pieces and technicalcompositions.Staff: Mr D Malone, PTA staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lessons and 90-min performanceclass weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM 312M.excl: FCG300Assess: performance in Concert Practice is a prerequisitefor further assessment. Concerto performance(Classical)/Professional quality CD recording(Contemporary) (50%); 70 minute recital (25% of whichmay be of music previously assessed once) (50%)Courses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus (classical orcontemporary voice) studentsThe sixth of six graduated units of study.Through a 70 minute public recital as well asconcerto performance (classical stream) or aprofessional quality CD of studio recordings(contemporary) the student will demonstratecomprehensive expressive, technical and musicalskills to a professional level of excellence. Allaspects of technique assessed in semester 1 andthat have been continuously assessed throughoutthe degree should be at a level appropriate toentry-level professional demands.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Ms M Smith, PTAStaffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-minperformance class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM313M.excl: FCV300Assess: performance in concert practice is a prerequisitefor further assessment. orchestral song cycle or operaticperformance or large ensemble performance (classical)or a professional quality CD recording (contemporary)(50%); 70-min recital (25% of which may be of musicpreviously assessed once) (50%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for all BMus(composition) majorsThe following range of activities serves as a basisfor the establishment of technical and expressivetools for the composition student to advance tomore complex and extended projects as well as ademonstration of fundamentals of musiccomposition such as formal conception,instrumentation, handling of pitch and temporalmaterials, etc – (a) one-to-one lessons; (b)composition folio: [i] orchestra, [ii] chorus; (c)recitals – public performances of works writteneach semester; (d) principal studies class –visiting composers, ensembles, classes withstudents and staff.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr individual tuition and 90-mincomposition class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCM314



M.excl: FCC300Assess: folio of work completed during sem (50%), 3-hrend-of-sem analysis exam (50%)Required: Musical scores, CDs as required by the lecturerCourses: [F3K]

FCN120Foundation Core Studies

(Contemporary)Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: required course for BMus and DipMus(contemporary) studentsIntroduces essential musicianship skills throughlistening and analysis. The student develops anddemonstrates an understanding of the solo andensemble skills and the structural and tonaldevices commonly used in contemporary music.Development of improvisational skills isemphasised along with the development andappropriate use of a consistent and universallyaccepted nomenclature, functional keyboard andbasic major and minor chord and scale theory,chord substitution and arrangement. Studentsdevelop an understanding of style, form andgenre through singing, analysing, listening andperforming with particular emphasis on gospel,soul, blues and jazz standards. The unit is linkedwith Major Studies where a weekly performanceclass gives the student the experience of playingbefore an audience as well as being one of severalopportunities to demonstrate their understandingof the work covered in Core Studies, and todiscuss important elements of performancepracticeStaff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 2-hr lecture, 1 x 1-hr keyboard lab(13 wks)M.excl: FCL100, FCL200Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturers: Aural and listening component (65%),Research and theory component (35%)Required: Levine, The Jazz Theory Book, Sher Music Co,1995.Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCN210Intermediate Core Studies

(Contemporary)Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for BMus (contemporary)studentsFurther develops essential musicianship skillsthrough listening and analysis. The student willdevelop and demonstrate an understanding of

the solo and ensemble skills and the structuraland tonal devices commonly used incontemporary music. Development ofimprovisational skills and sight-reading isemphasised along with the development andappropriate use of a consistent and universallyaccepted nomenclature and major, minor,diminished and whole tone scale theory.Dictation forms and integral part of the unit inthe areas of melody, rhythm and harmony.Students develop an understanding of style,form, genre through singing, analysing, listening,performing and researching music from 1900 to1950. Particular emphasis is placed on trad, bebop/hard bop and cool jazz, and the continueddevelopment of jazz standards. The unit is linkedwith Major Studies where a weekly performanceclass gives the student the experience of playingbefore an audience as well as being one of severalopportunities to demonstrate their understandingof the work covered in Core Studies, and todiscuss important elements of performancepractice.Staff: Mr A LeggUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 2-hr lecture, 1 x 1hr keyboard lab(13 wks)Prereq: FCN120Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturers: aural & listening component (65%), researchand theory component (35%)Required: Levine, The Jazz Theory Book, Sher Music Co,1995.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCN220Advanced Core Studies

(Contemporary)Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus (contemporary)studentsFurther develops essential musicianship skillsthrough listening, analysis and composition. Thestudent develops and demonstrates anunderstanding of the advanced solo andensemble skills and the structural, harmonic,melodic and tonal devices commonly used incontemporary music. Development ofimprovisational skills and sight-reading isemphasised along with the development andappropriate use of a consistent and universallyaccepted nomenclature, and bebop, pentatonicand modal scale theory. Dictation andtranscription forms and integral part of the unitin the areas of melody, rhythm and harmony.Students will develop an understanding of style,



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form, genre and primary arranging skills throughsinging, analysing, listening, performing andresearching music from 1950 to the present day.Particular emphasis is placed on electric,progressive and free jazz, as well as funk, house,hip hop and emerging styles. The unit is linkedwith Major Studies where a weekly performanceclass gives the student the experience of playingbefore an audience as well as being one of severalopportunities to demonstrate their understandingof the work covered in Core Studies, and todiscuss important elements of performancepractice.Staff: Mr A Legg (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 x 2-hr lecture, 1 x 1hr keyboard lab(13 wks)Prereq: FCN210Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturers: aural and listening component (65%), researchand theory component (35%)Required: Levine, The Jazz Theory Book, Sher Music Co,1995.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCP110Foundation Practical Study

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: required unit for DipMus studentsProvides a course of vocal, instrumental orcompositional study, covering both techniqueand repertoire. Composition students will beguided in the development of an individual styleof composition in a variety of musical genres. Aprogram of study will be established on anindividual basis with regard to the needs andstage of development of each student, a widerange of styles and idioms being introduced.Emphasis will be placed on progressivedevelopment throughout the duration of thecourse.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator)Unit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lesson, 1 x 90 minuteperformance/composition class weekly (13 wks)M.excl: FCP180Assess: instrumental/vocal performance: 20-min recital(50%), technical exam (50%); composition: presentationof a folio (50%), analysis exam (50%).Courses: [F2K]

FCP120Advanced Practical Study

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: Required unit for DipMus students

Continues the course of vocal, instrumental orcompositional study undertaken in FCP110Foundation Practical Study.Staff: Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator)Unit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lesson, 1 x 90 minuteperformance/composition class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FCP110M.excl: FCP180Assess: instrumental/vocal performance: 20-min recital(50%), technical exam (50%); composition: presentationof a folio (50%), analysis exam (50%).Courses: [F2K]

FCT110Tonal Theory

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for BMus and DipMusstudentsIntroduces students to the basic structuresunderlying tonal music of the common practiceperiod, through the study of harmonic materialsand part writing techniques. Students gain skillsin music literacy, analysis of tonal music throughthe study of harmony and voice-leading.Exercises in part-writing and analysis of music inthree and four parts are designed to stimulate thedevelopment of analytical thinking about music.Staff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 90-min lectures (13 wks)M.excl: FCT100 , FCT200 , FCT300Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturer (50%), mid-sem test (10%), end-of-sem 2-hrexam (40%)Required: Kostka S & Payne D,Tonal Harmony, 4th edn,McGraw-Hill, Textbook and Workbook, 2000.Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCT120Chromatic Theory

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: required unit for BMus and DipMusstudentsContinues development of music literacy skillsundertaken in FCT110 Tonal Theory in the areasof part writing, and analysis of diatonic andchromatic harmony of the common practiceperiod. Skills in written harmonisation arefurther developed, incorporating diatonic andchromatic harmony and principles ofmodulation.Staff: Prof D Knehans(Coordinator), Dr M GrenfellUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 90-min lecture (13 wks)



Prereq: FCT110M.excl: FCT100, FCT200, FCT300Assess: assignments, exercises and tests as determinedby the lecturer (50%), end-of-sem 2-hr exam (50%)Required: Kostka S & Payne D,Tonal Harmony, 4th edn,McGraw-Hill, Textbook and Workbook, 2000.Recommend: Green D, Form in Tonal Music, 2nd edn,Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1997.Courses: [F3K] [F2K] [R3A]

FCT210Post-Tonal Theory

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: required unit for BMus studentsIntroduces students to the principal concepts ofmusic theory from the beginning of the 20thcentury to the present day. Students gainunderstanding of the principles of atonal andserial music, the significant currents andrepertoire of classical and contemporary 20th-century music. Exercises in analysis are designedto deepen understanding of the major 20th-century developments in pitch organisation aswell as non-pitch organisational elements whichact as form-generating aspects of 20th-centurymusicStaff: Prof D Knehans (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 x 90-min lecture (13 wks)Prereq: FCT120M.excl: FCT100, FCT200, FCT300Assess: assignments and exercises as determined by thelecturer (50%), end-of-sem 2-hr exam (50%)Required: Kostka S, Materials and Techniques of Twentieth-Century Music, Prentice-Hall, 2000.Courses: [F3K] [R3A]

FCX110/210Classic Tracks: Music on Record

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: not available to BMus studentsProvides an introduction to classical musicthrough study of those classical recordings thathave had the greatest exposure and social impactin Western culture. The recordings selected willcover a wide variety of genres and styles ofclassical music from the Middle Ages to thetwenty-first century including some jazz classicsand the works will be studied in respect tomusical and stylistic characteristics and historicalcontext. Students gain familiarity with significantrepertoire and enhanced aural awareness in theapprehension of formal and stylisticcharacteristics as well as skills in score-readingand a knowledge of the chronological

development of musical styles.Staff: DrH MonkhouseUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture, 1 hr workshop weeklyM.excl: FCD110Assess: library research assignment (10%), 2 workshoptests, wks 5 and 10 (5% ea), 1,200-word essay (25%),listening test, wk 13 (15%), end-of-sem 2-hr exam (40%)Required: Joseph Machlis & Kristine Forney, TheEnjoyment of Music, 8th edn, 1999, ISBN 0393972992Courses: [F2K] [R3A] [OC]

FCZ400/401Bachelor of Music with Honours

Full time/Part timeOffered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Bachelor of Music with Honours is a l-year(minimum) full-time course with specialisation inPerformance, Composition or Musicology.Candidates work with one or two supervisorsand are expected to submit an Honours proposalby late March, for approval by the HonoursCommittee. The approved proposal will consistof a unified project combining performance orcomposition and a written exegesis. ForMusicology candidates the proposal will focus ona substantial written thesis or analysis project.Entry to the Honours program is by invitation orformal application. Candidates are expected tohave a good academic record, and to havesatisfied minimum criteria as either: successfulcompletion of a Pass degree in Music with highachievement in the area of specialization and aleast grades of Credit or better in other level 300units; or demonstrate equivalent professionalattainment.All Honours candidates will undertake a unifiedresearch project in Performance, Composition orMusicology. Students are required to attend theMusic Research Methodology class in firstsemester and attend and give a presentation inthe Honours Seminar in second semester. Also,all performance and composition students arerequired to attend the weekly performance classof their chosen discipline.The Honours Committee, advised by examinerand supervisor reports, will oversee the grades tobe awarded to each Honours candidate.Assessment weightings will be as follows:Staff: Dr A Forbes (Coordinator)Unit weight: 100%/50%Teaching pattern: approx 12 hrs weeklyPrereq: completion of Years 1-3 of the Bachelor of Musiccourse, with meritorious results in the area in whichHonours work is proposed and satisfactory results in allother areas.



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Assess: Performance: The recitals and exegesis mustconstitute a unified project – Mid year recital: 20%Final recital (different repertoire to that of themid-year presentation): 50%; Music Researc;Exegesis (10,000 words): 20%. Composition: Thefolios and exegesis must constitute a unifiedproject – Mid year folio: 20%; Final folio (differentrepertoire to that of the mid-year presentation):50%; Music Research Methodology: assignments(semester one): 10%; Exegesis (10,000 words):20%. Musicology: Thesis (25,000 words): 50%;Music Research Methodology: assignments and5,000 word paper (semester one): 25%; Two musicunits at 400 level; or pertinent non-music unitsoffered in other faculties: 25%.

FFA102Introduction to Cultural Practices 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces students to the visual and performingarts through appreciation, criticism and relatedcultural, historical and theoretical issues. The unitis structured around current exhibitions andperformances, and will involve critical writing,analysis and interpretation. Emphasis is placedon an analytical approach to contemporarypractice.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator), Mr M Edgar, Mr MMumfordUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 hr lecture, 1 hr tutorial, attendance atweekly 1 hr Art ForumM.excl: FFA100, FPC100Assess: Tutorial contribution (10%), tutorial presentation(10%), 750-word review (20%), work book (20%), 1,500-word written assignment (40%)Required: Unit WorkbookCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFA103Introduction to Cultural Practices 2

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveDevelops critical skills in relation to the visualand performing arts and, as in FFA102Introduction to Cultural Practices 1, usesexhibitions and performances to explore issues ofcritical theory. A lecture program introducesstudents to some of the key concepts and styles inthe arts from the perspective of Western culture.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator), Mr M Edgar, Mr MMumfordUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 hr lecture, 1 hr tutorial, attendance at

1 hr Arts forum weeklyPrereq: FFA102Assess: excursion performance (20%), tutorialpresentation (20%), 500-word review (20%), 1,500-wordwritten assignment (40%)Required: Unit WorkbookCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFA210/310History of Jazz & Rock A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Provides an understanding of contemporaryforms of jazz and popular music by tracing itsdevelopment from its roots in the 19th century tothe fusion of black African, European and Creolemusic, to the 1950s. The unit will cover the earlyminstrel music of the mid-19th century, andexplore village blues, ragtime, vaudeville, NewOrleans style, Chicago blues, the Swing Era, andBe Bop. Emphasis will be placed on the social,economic and cultural context that underpinnedthe historical development of popular music,especially in the USA.Staff: Mr MH MumfordUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly (13 wks); lectures &practical sessionsPrereq: FFA102 and FFA103 for BCA studentsAssess: listening journal (50%); tutorial presentation(10%); 48 hour take-home exam (40%)Courses: [F3J]

FFA211/311History of Jazz & Rock B

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Surveys major trends and artists withincontemporary (Jazz & Rock) music from 1950 tothe present day. Lectures will include importantjazz periods such as Cool, Free, and Jazz/RockFusion, and the evolution of rock will bediscussed with specific reference to blues andfolk music. Important periods in this idiom willinclude Rhythm & Blues, Progressive Rock, Punk,Rap, and Techno. Lectures will also discussvarious social and cultural influences which haveinfluenced the development of contemporarymusic.Staff: Mr JM LadeUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hrs lectures, 1-hr tutorial (13 wks)Prereq: FFA102 and FFA103 for BCA studentsAssess: 1,500-word assignment (60%), final invigilatedexam (40%)Courses: [F3J]



FFA213/313World Music

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Examines the development of World Musicstarting from its current influences within thegenre of contemporary music. It will explore thephenomena of fusion between current popular,contemporary and folk music, including a widevariety of indigenous music, which has led thedevelopment of this increasingly importantmusic expression. Music from non-westerncultures such as India, Indonesia, Thailand, andvarious indigenous musical expressions in Africaand South America will be discussed withreference to recent contemporary (jazz & rock)music composition and performance practice.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly; (13 wks), lectures,tutorials and practical sessionsPrereq: completion of Year 1 for BCA studentsAssess: listening journal (50%); tutorial participation(10%); take-home exam (40%)Courses: [F3J]

FFA233/333Professional Practice

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Equips artists with essential skills for theirprofessional development within the artsindustry. Issues addressed include professionalopportunities available to studio artists and otherarts workers, the gallery system, grants andloans, visual record keeping and the presentationof a professional portfolio. This unit preparesstudents for a research project in professionalpractice which can be carried out in FFA301Research Seminar.Staff: Mr M BywatersUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial, attendance at1-hr Arts forum weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFA102 or FFA103Assess: attendance (20%), attendance at seminar and1,500-word seminar report (30%), portfolio (50%)Courses: [F3E] [F3J]

FFA234/334Gallery Studies

Offered: Ltn: winter-schCareer options in curating, exhibitionmanagement and gallery administration areexplored. The unit will teach the full range of

theoretical and practical skills required bycurators in the development of exhibitionproposals for traditional gallery spaces andalternative ways to present art and art events.Practical weekend sessions assist students to gaingallery installation experience. This unit offerssignificant input from professionals in the field.Students are expected to be self-motivated andwork towards developing a formal exhibitionproposal to a standard required to securefunding.Staff: Mr M BywatersUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 8-day intensive seminar, 1-dayworkshop (June-July)Prereq: FFA102 or FFA103Assess: formal assignment (70%), participation inpractical sessions (30%)Courses: [F3E] [F3J]

FFA235/335Wilderness and Natural Environment

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: quotas applyIntroduces the history of ideas associated withthe perception and representation of naturalenvironment. Emphasis is placed on anexamination of contemporary meanings andmethods of articulating the concept of wildernessand their relationship to the cultural colonisationof Tasmania. This unit has a substantial visualand/or written component which is developedfrom the 3-day field trip to the Walls of Jerusalemand Dixons Kingdom. The outcomes of thiscomponent will be presented in exhibition/display and seminar formats in the UniversityGallery.Staff: Prof VF McGrath (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: lecture, tutorial, fieldworkPrereq: (S3T: 25% from Schedule B) (FFA102 andFFA103) or equivAssess: minor project (assessed at conclusion of fieldtrip) (20%), major fieldwork component (assessed onfinal day of exhibition) (80%)Required: a list of equipment, provisions and othermaterials will be provided at the commencement of theunitMajors: Natural Environment and Wilderness StudiesCourses: [F3E] [F3J] [R3A] [S3T] [OC]

FFA236/336Thai Art and Culture

Offered: Ltn: winter-schSpecial note: available as an elective for students inother courses; quotas apply



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Involves a selected examination of variousaspects of the art, architecture and culturalhistory of Thailand. The unit aims to providestudents with the opportunity to develop adeeper understanding of the world and theirplace within it, an important career building goalin a time when all professions are becomingincreasingly interdependent and international.During three weeks of overseas study, studentswill be encouraged to challenge themselves in adifferent learning environment and will acquireinsights into the formation of cultural attitudes.The unit has four basic components: generalpreparatory pre travel lectures at the Launcestoncampus; lectures on campus at SilpakornUniversity in Bangkok and Nakorn Pathom;travel to and tours in Thailand; and lectures oncampus at Chiang Mai University.Staff: Mr D Hamilton (Coordinator), Dr D Malor, Prof VMcGrathUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 weeks (5 days per wk); 3x3-hrorientation session during sem 1; plus additional studyprogram (June-July)Prereq: 25% level 100 any facultyAssess: either a visual art project (in negotiation withcoordinator) or a 3,000-word essay which explores anaspect of Thailand’s art and culture (60%); workbook/journal (20%); tutorial presentation (20%)Required: ‘in house’ prepared readerCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFA237/337Australia, Art and Design

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Provides a background to understandingcontemporary Australian arts practice. The unitsurveys major topics in a comparative manneracross the history of Australian art and designsince colonisation. Those studied may include:patronage systems; Aboriginal arts fromcollection to curatorship; the arts of migrancy;arts, crafts and architecture; design andmodernism; ecology and the arts; film and myth;photography and advertising; critics of abstractand conceptual art; the localisation ofpostcolonialism; regionalism and globalisation.Teaching makes use of the full resources of theQVMAG, and the natural and built heritage ofthe wider Launceston area.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial, 1-hr ArtForum weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFA102 and FFA103 or equivAssess: 2,000-word essay (30%); 4x 500-word reviews(10% ea); seminar presentation (25%); participation (5%)

Required: Reader available from SchoolCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFA250/350The Construction of Genius

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Considers the economic, philosophical, scientificand religious conditions that saw the shift fromthe anonymous artisan to the individual inspiredgenius. The unit includes the work of Giotto,Brunelleschi, Leonardo da Vinci, Shakespeare andother artists of the Renaissance. Topics includeprofessionalisation, the invention of perspective,the development of new forms, the growth ofdrama and visual arts practices that examinedindividual character, and the origins of ModernEnglish. The unit also examines changinghistorical attitudes to the concept/phenomenonof genius including conflicting contemporaryevaluations of the concept and changing attitudestowards the product of historical geniuses.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator), Mr M Edgar and othersUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 hr lecture, 1 hr tutorial, 1 hrconsultation weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFA102 and FFA103Assess: 2x500-word short written exercises (30%),tutorial presentation (20%), 2,000-word essay (50%)Required: Unit WorkbookCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFA251/351Romance and Realism

Offered: not offered in 2004The successes and failures of the period ofintellectual ferment known as the Enlightenmentresulted in both Romanticism and Realism,sometimes in conflict and sometimes in harmony.This unit provides a critique of the late 18th and19th centuries, focusing on the work of artistsand writers such as Turner, Constable, Blake,Robertson, Ibsen, Strindberg and Wilde, andincludes the cult of the 19th-century Romanticoutsider, the development of realism and theaesthetic movement, and the role of Romantictraditions in the project of colonisation.Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFA252/352The Avant-Garde and the Necessity of

the NewOffered: not offered in 2004Analyses the search for the essence of art and theinvestigation of basic form which became



dominant issues in the first half of the 20thcentury. The unit covers manifestations of theseissues in general terms across the arts and as theyare revealed in the particular art forms of visualart and theatre. It focuses on the work ofKandinsky, Malevich, Mondrian, Brecht,Pirandello and Beckett. The unit also considersthe postmodernist and poststructuralist critiquesof modernism undertaken in the latter part of thecentury.Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFA254/354The Arts in Revolt

Offered: Ltn: sem 1The tendency for the arts to question the statusquo and shock the general populace out of theircomplacency was a recurring theme of artthroughout the 20th century. This unit focuses onthe visual and performing arts as manifested inDada, Surrealism and contemporary performanceart operating from a socially critical agenda. Inresponse to new media traditional arts practicehas been forced to examine and emphasise theconcept of ‘liveness’ and ‘truth’. At the same timeboundaries between high art and popular artshave been questioned and in this unit examplesof popular culture are examined. The unittherefore also considers critical practices ofpostmodernism, poststructuralism andpostcolonialism.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator), Mr M EdgarUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 hr lecture, 1 hr tutorial, 1 hrconsultation weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFA102 and FFA103Assess: 2x500-word short written exercises (30%),seminar presentation (30%), 2,000-word essay (40%)Required: Unit WorkbookCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFA301Research Seminar

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Is a single-semester research-based unit byindividual supervision and group meetings.Students are required to develop a research planfor a topic relevant to their arts practice; and topresent their research project in both oral andwritten form.Staff: Dr D MalorUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: individual supervisionPrereq: minimum of 12.5 at level 200 in Visual Arts orPerforming Arts Theory

Assess: 3,500-word essay, seminar presentationCourses: [F3E] [F3J]

FFA750Professional Practices 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: students enrolling part time should useenrolment code FFA760Consists of a professional practice project or aseries of such projects agreed upon inconsultation with academic staff of the School.The projects can be taken in one of the followingstudios: Art Theory, Ceramics, Drawing, Painting,Printmedia, Sculpture, and Textiles.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator)Unit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 20 facilitated hrs weekly (13 wks)M.excl: FSA750Assess: by a panel of examiners appointed by the SchoolCourses: [F7D]


Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: students enrolling part time should useenrolment code FFA761Consists of a professional practice project or aseries of such projects which extends thoseundertaken in Professional Practices 1 ( FFA750),and agreed upon in consultation with theSchool’s Coursework Awards Committee. Theprojects can be taken in one of the followingstudios: Art Theory, Ceramics, Drawing, Painting,Printmedia, Sculpture, and Textiles.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator)Unit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 20 facilitated hrs weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFA750M.excl: FSA751Assess: by a panel of examiners appointed by the SchoolCourses: [F7D]


Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: students enrolling part time should useenrolment code FFA762Consists of a professional practice project or aseries of such projects which extends thoseundertaken in Professional Practices 2 ( FFA751),and agreed upon in consultation with theSchool’s Coursework Awards Committee. Theprojects can be taken in one of the followingstudios: Art Theory, Ceramics, Drawing, Painting,



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Printmedia, Sculpture, and Textiles.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator)Unit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 20 facilitated hrs weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFA751M.excl: FSA752Assess: by a panel of examiners appointed by the SchoolCourses: [F7D]

FFA753Research Project

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: students enrolling part time should useenrolment code FFA763Is a supervised research project on a topic agreedupon in consultation with the CourseworkAwards Committee.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator)Unit weight: 50%M.excl: FSA753Assess: dissertation by exhibition (plus documentation)or 8,000-word thesisCourses: [F7D]

FFC110Introduction to Ceramics

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveUses practical ceramic projects to explore ideassurrounding the concepts of form and function.Each project will combine a conceptual challengewith the acquisition of new ceramics skills andprocesses. As a background to the projects, anintroduction to the great ceramics traditions ofCrete, Greece, Italy and France will be made andcompared with contemporary clay practices.Staff: Prof V McGrathUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, lectures, demonstrations,set studio projects, self-initiated research, group critiquesessions and individual studio guidance (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio presentation at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFC180Ceramics 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFC181 and FFC182; unit weight part time37.5% per yearFocuses on a number of set projects that aredesigned to help students develop and refine

making skills, acquire technical informationconcerning clay and glaze technology, buildconfidence in handling machinery such as kilns,slipcasting equipment and spray booths. Inaddition, the way in which ideas are expressed inceramics forms a major part of the study.Staff: Prof V McGrath (Coordinator)Unit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation at end of unit(100%)Required: Fournier R, Illustrated Dictionary of PracticalPottery, 3rd rev edn, AC Black, Lond, 1992.Courses: [F2F]

FFC201/301The Art of the Potters Wheel

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces students to the skills of making potsfrom the potters wheel. A wide range ofwheelthrowing techniques and processes areexplored in the making of cups, jugs, mugs,plates and bottles. The idea of the functionalvessel is studied from the contexts of function,form, decoration and stylistic meaning, withparticular reference to modern day table culture.Various glazing techniques including pouring,brushing and spraying together with firingprocesses and procedures inform the study.Staff: Prof V McGrathUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/individual supervision (13wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio/presentation of set class projects atend of unit (100%)Required: set of hand tools and protective clothingCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFC203/303The Return of the Figure

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveA studio-based unit which introduces students tothe making of the figurative object. The studyexplores the reasons for the re-emergence of thefigurative genre in the Postmodern era andbegins with an appreciation of the Pop Artmovement, including the work of Andy Warholand Roy Lichtenstein. The human figure iscentral to developing ideas, meanings andappearances dealing with the satirical, heroic,



irreverent, mythical, popular, political and ironic.Students are able to develop a number of skills inmodelling, coil and slab building, extruding andpress moulding. In addition, various ceramicpainting, drawing and etching techniquestogether with raku and earthenware firingprocesses are practised.Staff: Prof V McGrathUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/individual supervision (13wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio/presentation of set class projects atend of unit (100%)Required: set of hand tools and protective clothingCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFC204/304The Pot as Narrative

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveA studio unit that examines how the functionaland non-functional vessel object has celebratedand recorded defining moments in history, socialattitudes and cultural beliefs of society. The studyexplores the idea of the narrative, of tellingstories from the recent past that emerge fromfamily histories, personal experiences andimagined events. A significant part of theinvestigation centres on the acquisition of skillsand understandings relating to the depiction andinterpretation of pictorial elements associatedwith the visual narrative. Handbuilding andwheelthrowing skills, kiln management, togetherwith painting, drawing, etching, relief carvingand mould making techniques are introducedand practised as an essential part of set classprojects.Staff: Prof V McGrathUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/individual supervision (13wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio/presentation of set class projects atend of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFC205/305Studio Glass Studies

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveFor students wishing to explore the potential ofwarm and cold glass mediums in contemporary

art, architecture and interior design contexts. Theunit provides a brief history of Roman, Medieval,late Victorian and Modernist glass, including ArtDeco. As well, warm glass practices of the CraftsMovement and aspects of postmodern glass willbe studied to complement practical studiopresentations. The main emphasis of this studiounit is placed on the acquisition and practice ofglass skills set within a suite of challengingstudio project briefs. Processes and technologiesinclude: a study of the nature of glass; mouldmaking; slumping and fusing; cutting andpolishing; colour theory for glass; designprinciples; and glass kiln management.Staff: Prof V McGrath (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1-hr lecture/tutorial, 2-hr critique and individual supervision duringstudio sessions (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal portfolio: end-of-unit presentation of 4set class projects (25% ea)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFC250/350Ceramics: Precious and Ephemeral

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveEncourages students to explore a variety ofmeans by which creative ideas can be realisedthrough clay materials, processes andtechnologies. Students are exposed to the greatEastern and Western traditions of ceramic art asan important way of understanding the nature ofcontemporary studio clay practices – preciousobjects, ephemeral works, serial and batchproduction, and ceramic installations for the builtenvironment.Staff: Prof VF McGrathUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture/demonstration, 2-hr groupcritique/individual supervision weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio/presentation at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J]

FFC251/351Ceramics for the Kitchen Dresser

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: available as an electiveExplores the history and meaning of objectsassociated with the kitchen dresser. The terms‘precious’, ‘common’, ‘functional’, ‘decorative’are examined in the contexts of family,community and cultural perspectives. Students



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will have the opportunity to design and create arange of ceramic objects that can fit within theidea of the kitchen dresser.Courses: [F3J]

FFC280Ceramics 2

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use the enrolmentcodes FFC281 (full year) and FFC282 (full year); unitweight part time 37.5% per yearThe program builds on the skills and knowledgeacquired in FFC180 through a close investigationof materials, processes and ideas. There will beset and self-directed projects which encourageexamination of functional and non-functionalforms, as well as commentary on histories andfutures (social, cultural and environmental).Staff: Prof V McGrath (Coordinator)Unit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FFC180Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFD100Introduction to Drawing 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: available as an electiveExplores the language, techniques and traditionsof drawing. The unit emphasises thedevelopment of a personal language whichcommunicates the perceptual and conceptualpossibilities of the medium. This language isdeveloped through life drawing, still life,installation, landscape and urban drawing.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: studio class 3 hrs weekly (13 wks)Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFD101Introduction to Drawing 2

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: available as an electiveContinues to explore the language, techniquesand traditions of drawing. The unit emphasisesthe development of a personal language whichcommunicates the perceptual and conceptualpossibilities of the medium. This language is

developed through life drawing, still life,installation, landscape and urban drawing.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: studio class 3 hrs weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFD100Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFD181Drawing 1A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFADExplores the language, techniques and traditionsof drawing. The unit emphasises thedevelopment of a personal language whichcommunicates the perceptual and conceptualpossibilities of drawing. Life drawing, still life,landscape (including the built environment) areincluded in the unit.Staff: Ms P Mason (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: (13 wks)Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of sem (100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFD182Drawing 1B

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFADContinues to explore the language and traditionsof drawing introduced in FFD181.Staff: Ms P Mason (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: (13 wks)Prereq: FFD181Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of sem (100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFD200/300Drawing: Questioning the Practice

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveContinues to explore the language, techniquesand tradition of drawing. The unit emphasisesthe development of a personal language whichcommunicates the perceptual and conceptualpossibilities of the medium. Students areencouraged to question and challenge thepossibilities of drawing and its use in variouspractices and contexts. This language isdeveloped through life drawing, still life,



installation, landscape and urban drawing. Oneproject is undertaken outside studio hours.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs studio class weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFD101Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of sem (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFD201/301Drawing: The Body

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveExplores approaches to drawing the body from anumber of aspects, including anatomy, theinterior/exterior of the body and the impact oftechnological innovations on how the body isimagined. Various philosophical approaches tothe body are considered in the light of each ofthese approaches. Practical workshops using themodel are augmented by lectures establishing ahistory and current context. Students areexpected to be self-motivated and develop asignificant folio comprising drawing andassociated research.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: studio class 3 hrs weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFD101Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFD202/302Drawing into Print

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveInvestigates the relationship between drawingand basic print processes. An introduction isgiven to monotype, drypoint and etchingtechniques. Practical workshops are augmentedby lectures which provide an overview ofcontemporary printmaking practices.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: studio class 3 hrs weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFD101Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFD203/303Drawing: Approaches to Abstraction

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: available as an electiveExplores the concepts and strategies of differing

approaches to abstraction and correlations withother media (eg music and dance). The unit seeksto develop an awareness of conceptualpossibilities through practical workshops whichexplore diverse approaches to drawing practice.These workshops are augmented by lectureswhich investigate the history of abstract practiceand its utopian, political and cultural aspirations.Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFD204/304Drawing in the Landscape

Offered: not offered in 2004Explores approaches to drawing the landscape,including the built environment. Field trips willbe augmented by lecturers establishing anhistorical and current context.Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFD281Drawing 2A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFADDevelops and expands on the skills acquired inFFD182. Students should become increasinglyaware of the relevance of drawing to their studiopractice and should initiate self-determinedprojects.Staff: Ms P Mason (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: (13 wks)Prereq: FFD182Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFD282Drawing 2B

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFADDevelops and expands on the skills acquired inFFD281.Staff: Ms P Mason (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: (13 wks)Prereq: FFD281Assess: formal folio/presentation at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F2F]



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FFE102Introduction to Two-Dimensional

StudiesOffered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces students to the technical andconceptual concerns related to working in twodimensions. Through a series of projectsdesigned to give experience in two dimensionallanguage the unit will have particular focus onthe activities of the Photography, Painting andComputer Imaging facilities. The unit examinessome of the materials and technical processesrelated to these facilities with an emphasis oncreative expression.Staff: Mr JJ Voss, Ms P Mason, sessional staff tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/ individual supervision (13wks)Assess: formal folio/presentation of set class projects atend of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFE103Introduction to Three-Dimensional

StudiesOffered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces students to the technical andconceptual concerns related to working withthree dimensional form. Through a series ofprojects designed to give experience in threedimensional language the unit has particularfocus on the activities of the Ceramics, Sculptureand Textiles facilities. The unit examines some ofthe materials and technical processes related tothese facilities with an emphasis on individualcreative expression.Staff: Prof V McGrath (Coordinator), Dr W Hudson, MsT Hall, Mr D Hamilton, sessional staff tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/individual supervision (13wks)Assess: formal folio/presentation of set class projects atend of sem (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFE304Studio Project (2D Studies)

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to BCA students

In consultation with staff of the study streamstudents are required to prepare a projectproposal and then undertake a year-long studioinvestigation in a chosen theme, visual art subjector technical area. The project proposal shoulddemonstrate a method of investigation thatencourages a comprehensive exploration,development and refinement of project ideas intovisual form. The outcomes of the projectconceptually locate the work within the contextof contemporary studio practices.Staff: Mr JJ Voss, Ms P Mason, sessional staff tbaUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs weekly (individual supervisionand grp critiques) (26 wks)Prereq: 50% level 200 units from 2D Studies scheduleAssess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation of student initiatedprojects at end of unit (100%)Required: studio hand tools and protective clothingCourses: [F3J]

FFE305Studio Project (3D Studies)

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2In consultation with staff of the study streamstudents are required to prepare a study proposaland then undertake a year-long studio project ina chosen theme, visual art subject or technicalarea. The project proposal should demonstrate amethod of investigation that encourages acomprehensive exploration, development andrefinement of project ideas into visual form. Theoutcomes of the project conceptually locate thework within the context of contemporary studiopractices.Staff: Prof V McGrath, Dr W Hudson, Ms T Hall,sessional staff tbaUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs weekly (individual supervisionand grp critiques) (26 wks)Prereq: 50% level 200 units from 3D Studies scheduleAssess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation of student initiatedprojects at end of unit (100%)Required: studio hand tools and protective clothingCourses: [F3J]

FFP110Introduction to Painting

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveTwo broadly-based projects are undertaken, bothof which explore some of the principles ofpictorial dynamics and their construction. One



project uses the tradition of still life painting as astarting point to exploring the possibilities ofcomposition. The second project is a self-directedinvestigation which gives greater emphasis to therepresentation of ideas through painting.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, lectures, demonstrations,set studio projects, self-initiated research, group critiquesessions and individual studio guidance (13 wks)Prereq: FFE102Assess: formal folio/presentation at the end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3J]

FFP180Painting 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFP181 (full year) and FFP182 (full year); unitweight part time 37.5% per yearThe Painting program has been designed toencourage students to engage in both traditionaland contemporary practices, while addressing arange of intellectual and practical interactions inmaking their work. The unit sets students a seriesof broad open-ended projects to help them focuson an individual direction. The emphasis isplaced on the students, in consultation with thestaff, setting their own individual range of visualproblems to solve, and questioning the stepstaken to arrive at solutions.Staff: Ms P Mason (Coordinator)Unit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Assess: formal folio/presentation at the end of unit(100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFP201/301Painting: Self-directed Project

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveInvestigates and explores a single themedeveloped by the student in relation to thefollowing issue: An ongoing controversy incontemporary art occurs in ‘...the tug of warbetween what can be called media andtherapeutic conceptions of art’ (Kuspit, 1988).This is the debate between whether art shouldexist for art’s sake or whether art shouldseriously concern itself with social issues of thereal world. Various strategies for exploring bothpolitical and pictorial ideas are explored.

Elements of composition including theorganisation of spaces within the pictorial plane,and the potential to manipulate the power andsignificance of images through the manipulationof scale and colour are explored.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/individual supervision (13wks)Prereq: FFE102 for BCA studentsAssess: 2 class projects (45% ea), class participation(10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFP202/302Painting Media, Processes and

ApproachesOffered: not offered in 2004Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces a range of the material processesavailable to painting. Water colour, acrylic and oilbased media are explored along with theirappropriate supports such as canvas andspecialist papers. Each process is consideredwithin the context of its traditional andcontemporary use. Conceptual approaches arealways linked to subject matter and ideas aboutrepresentation. Students are challenged todevelop a personal position on these issues whichcan be observed in their work.Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFP203/303Painting: Material/Descriptive

ExplorationOffered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveExpands on the range of material processesassociated with painting introduced in semesterone. Further exploration of water colour, acrylicand oil based media along with their relevantsupports, including canvas and specialist papersis undertaken. The focus of these processes is oncontemporary use. Conceptual approaches arealways linked to subject matter and ideas aboutrepresentation. Students are challenged todevelop a personal position on these issues whichcan be observed in their work.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/ individual supervision (13wks)



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Prereq: FFE102 for BCA studentsAssess: 2 class projects (45% ea), class participation(10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFP204/304What are the Limits of Painting?

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveExplores in a practical way how painting hasbeen defined in the 20th century. The theoreticalimpetus for these developments and theirunderlying assumptions about representation,place and space are explored. This unit includes amaterial investigation component which links toa conceptually based theme to be developed byindividual students. The project is designed tochallenge the traditional ‘painting in a frame’.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, group critique/individual supervision(13 wks)Prereq: FFE102 for BCA studentsAssess: 2 class projects (45% ea), class participation(10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFP250/350Contemporary Painting Practices

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveProvides students with the skills necessary todevelop and then bring to fruition, a self-directedpainting proposal. Initial tutorials concern thedevelopment and expansion of the proposalthrough a range of visual research materials andprocesses which inform contemporary paintingpractice. Students are expected to investigateindependently those techniques, materials andprocesses most appropriate to their purposes.Staff: Ms P MasonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly, lecture/demonstration, group critique, individual supervision(13 wks)Prereq: FFE102 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio presentation (100%)Courses: [F3J]

FFP280Painting 2

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled in

DipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFP281 (full year) and FFP282 (full year); unitweight part time 37.5% per semEncourages students, in consultation with staff, topursue a theme of their own choosing, and toexperiment as much as possible in the search forindividual solutions.Staff: Ms P Mason (Coordinator)Unit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FFP180Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation at the end of unit(100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFR110Introduction to Printmedia

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an elective; quotas applyDevelops concepts through the completion ofassignments, which are designed to provide agood technical and theoretical understanding ofblack and white photographic processes and howto apply them to visual problem-solving.Illustrated lectures, demonstrations and tutorialsassist in giving students an impetus towardscreative expression.Staff: Mr JJ VosSUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, lectures, demonstrations,group critique sessions plus individual guidance (13wks)Prereq: FFE102 or demonstrated skill in bask b&wphotographyAssess: formal folio/presentation at end of unit (90%),class participation (10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFR180Printmedia 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFR181 (full year) and FFR182 (full year); unitweight part time 37.5% per yearFocuses on black and white photography as atechnical and conceptual tool. The unit covers awide range of applications from cameralessphotography to photographing with a 35 mmcamera. A solid basis in camera skills, filmprocessing and darkroom techniques isestablished. Students are assisted with technicallearning and the promotion of ideas towardsdeveloping a personal mode of expression with



photography. Students may also work withdigital cameras and computer imaging.Staff: Mr JJ VossUnit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation at end of unit(90%), class participation (10%)Courses: [F2F]

FFR200/300Photography Project

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an elective; quotas applyIn this intermediate level unit students areinvited to design their own project inconsultation with the lecturer. Students can usethe photographic medium in a wide range ofanalogue darkroom photographic applicationsand, where appropriate, digital photography andcomputer imaging. There is an expectation of aprinted result for assessment. A revisable projectoutline and a project diary detailing decisionsand the working process are required. Someassistance is provided by the lecturer in theconceptual development and technicalproduction of the project. Students can expect togain greater creative control over productionprocesses and a clearer understanding of thetheoretical position of their project relative tocontemporary printed art.Staff: Mr JJ VossUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly – typically 1-hr lecture,demonstrations and 2 hrs critique and individualconsultation (13 wks)Prereq: FFE102 or FFR110 or demonstrated abilitiessuitable to the proposed projectM.excl: FFE304 Studio Project (2D Studies)Assess: folio/presentation: major project at the end ofunit (80%), work in progress presentations (10%), classparticipation (10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFR201/301Advanced Black and White

PhotographyOffered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an elective; quotas applyProvides students with a range of more advancedskills in the use of black and white photography.Concepts of the medium are examined – fromhistorical applications and ideas to the position ofblack and white photography in contemporaryart and society. Various camera formats, various

films and processes, printing techniques andphotographic situations are studied and appliedthrough assignments.Staff: Mr JJ VossUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weeklyPrereq: FFE102 or FFR110 or FFR250 or demonstratedability in intermediate b&w photography (13 wks)Assess: Formal folio/presentation of set class projects atend of unit (90%), class participation (10%)Required: 35 mm or medium format cameraCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFR203/303Digital Project

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an elective; quotas applyStudents design their own digital project(s) innegotiation with the lecturer. Conceptual issueswhich particularly concern this new medium areexplored and discussed. These discussionsinclude the importance of ideas in combinationwith technical competence, the proper use ofsource material, copyright and potential avenuesfor the distribution of completed work. Availableprograms (eg Photoshop, Macromedia Flash andiMovie) are introduced and program instructionsare made available as needed. Prior experience ofworking with digital imaging and competence inthe use of at least one program (eg Photoshop)are prerequisites for this unit. Collaborativeprojects between two or three students can beconsidered.Staff: Mr JJ VossUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/individual supervision (13wks)Prereq: FFR252 or equiv, demonstrated basic computerimaging skillsAssess: formal folio/presentation of set class projects atend of unit (80%), work in progress (10%), classparticipation (10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFR205/305Web Page Design

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an elective; quotas applyAddresses the processes involved in the designand implementation of web sites. The use of avariety of techniques are presented includingvideo, audio, graphics, Java Script, Shockwaveand animation as well as a number of softwarepackages. By using the presented techniques



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students are expected to design and implement asmall web site. No programming knowledge isrequired but a reasonable familiarity with the useof computers is essential.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly; tutorials, workshops &practical sessions (13 wks)Assess: design and realisation of a web site (80%),written assignment (20%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFR206/306Advanced Digital Project

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an elective; quotas applyOffers students a logical progression from DigitalProject FFR 2/303. The basic requirements are inconceiving, developing and realising a major self-set project that uses the computer as a locus forarranging information and as a tool forassembling images, text and sound. Themes andideas put forward by the student in that process,combined with technical competence form thebasis of the Project for assessment. Cross-discipline projects are encouraged andcollaborative projects may be considered. Anemphasis is placed on experimentation within themedia and developing awareness of how digitalmedia impact theoretically as well as practicallyon contemporary society.Staff: Mr JJ VossUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly – typically 1-hr lecture,demonstrations or group critiques, plus 2 hrsproduction time and individual consultation (13 wks)Prereq: FFR203/303 or FFR252/352 or FFR205/305 ordemonstrated ability. Previous experience well beyondthe basics in at least two relevant software programs isessential.Assess: formal folio/presentation of set class projects atend of unit (80%), work in progress (10%), classparticipation (10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFR250/350Photography as Service

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an elective; quotas applyDesigned to equip students with a good basicunderstanding of how photography can be usedas a support medium for a variety of artspractices. Technical workshops include cameracontrols and darkroom processes from film toprint for black and white photography as well as

the documentation of artwork onto colour slidefilm. A series of assignments will ask students toapply learned technical skills while consideringthe conceptual and aesthetic properties of thephotographic medium. Students are introducedto the history of photography and its wide rangeof applications in contemporary society.Staff: Mr JJ VossUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1 hr lecture, 2 hrs group critique/individual supervision (13 wks)Prereq: FFE102 or demonstrated basic b&wphotography experienceAssess: formal folio/presentation of assignments at endof unit (90%), class participation (10%)Required: 35mm cameraCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFR252/352Computer Imaging

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an elective; quotas applyProvides students with a theoretical as well astechnical introduction to using digital technologyas a tool for art making. A series of shortassignments and a self-directed project in thelater part of the unit will make students familiarwith PhotoShop. Emphasis is on the developmentof aesthetic awarenesses, which are mediumspecific and focus on creative experimentation.Staff: Mr JJ VossUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture/demo, 2-hr groupcritique/individual supervision weekly (13 wks)Assess: formal folio/presentation of assignments at endof unit (90%), class participation (10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFR280Printmedia 2

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFR281 (full year) and FFR282 (full year); unitweight part time 37.5% per yearOffers a fuller exploration with the photographicmedium and includes an introduction to the useof medium and large format cameras. Computerimaging can be integrated into the structure ofthe unit. Students are expected to work on a self-designed project in consultation with the lecturer.The final folio should demonstrate technicalcompetence and a cohesive personal visualexpression.Staff: Mr JJ Voss



Unit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FFR180Assess: formal folio/presentation at the end of unit(90%), class participation (10%)Courses: [F2F]

FFS110Introduction to Sculpture

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces students to a broad range of basictechniques and a variety of media. Students areencouraged to develop an understanding ofvarious technical processes as well as gain aninsight into aesthetic and formal concerns andhow they may be applied in the making ofsculpture. Basic material and techniques exploredduring this unit include heating, forging andwelding with steel; modelling with wax and clayas well as casting procedures using metal; woodand associated soft materials using carving,lamination and joining techniques.Staff: Dr W HudsonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly; lectures, demonstrations,set studio projects, self-initiated research, group critiquesessions and individual studio guidance (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio/presentation (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFS180Sculpture 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFS181 (full year) and FFS182 (full year); unitweight part time 37.5% per yearBegins with students completing a series of setexercises designed to acquaint them withsculptural techniques and a range of differentmaterials. After completing these exercises,students, in consultation with studio staff,develop self-initiated projects. It is expected thatstudents will develop a creative approach tosolving artistic problems in three-dimensionalforms; acquire the knowledge, confidence andtechnical skills needed to develop their ideasthree-dimensionally; and develop a disciplined,safe work practice.Staff: Dr W HudsonUnit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (not

assessed); formal folio/presentation at the end of unit(100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFS201/301Revisiting the Figure

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveA studio-based unit introducing students tomodelling and mouldmaking techniques usingplaster/plaster bandage and alginatemouldmaking systems. The final sculpture formsare cast using a range of casting materials such ascast concrete, glass reinforced polyester resin andpapier mâché.Staff: Dr W HudsonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs contact weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/individual supervision (13wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: 3 set class projects (30% ea), Class participation(10%)Required: set of hand toolsCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFS202/302Student Initiated Sculpture Project 1

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: available as an electiveA student initiated project-based program whichhas a multimedia approach to the construction ofsculpture. Students are encouraged to developindividual areas of both technical and conceptualdevelopment using a diverse range of materials.Courses: [F3J]

FFS203/303Soft Sculpture

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Introduces students to carving, tooling, wetforming and fabrication techniques usingmaterials such as leather, fabric, plastic, vinyl andfoam. These techniques form the basis to createsculpture in conjunction with more traditionalmaterials such as metals and wood.Staff: Dr W HudsonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly – 1 hr lecture/demonstration, grp critique/individual supervision (13wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: 3 set class projects (30%ea), Class participation(10%)



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FFS204/304Student Initiated Sculpture Project 2

Offered: not offered in 2004A student initiated project-based program, whichhas a multimedia approach to the construction ofsculpture. Students are encouraged to developindividual areas of both technical and conceptualdevelopment using a diverse range of materials.Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFS250/350Sculpture: Fine Art Metal Casting

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces students to the basic formal andtechnical problems to be considered in theproduction of sculpture through the process ofcasting. The primary emphasis is on workingwith the lost wax casting process to producesculpture in both aluminium and bronze.Demonstrations, studio practice and critiques areused to assist the production of technicallycompetent and conceptually informed work.Staff: Dr W HudsonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture/demo; 2-hr groupcritique/individual supervision weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio presentation at the end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFS251/351Small Scale Sculpture

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveHas a multimedia approach to the construction ofsmall scale sculpture. The unit acknowledges theimperative of ‘close viewer scrutiny’ and theintimacy of objects. It takes into considerationadvantages not possible in larger works.Although students are introduced to a variety ofmedia, the primary emphasis is on working withmetals using jewellery tools and techniques.Staff: Dr W HudsonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture/demo; 2-hr groupcritique/individual supervision weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio presentation at the end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFS280Sculpture 2

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFS281 (full year) and FFS282 (full year); unitweight part time 37.5% per yearExpects students to work on self-initiatedprojects, developing their ideas to a sophisticatedconclusion. A journal recording the developmentof the work must be kept. Skills and techniquesintroduced in the first year are developed andconsolidated, with new skills and techniquesbeing introduced as required.Staff: Dr W HudsonUnit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FFS180Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation at the end of unit(100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFX110Introduction to Textiles

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces basic skills and concepts in textilepractice before progressing, through a series ofprojects, to a greater in-depth study of the areaincluding weave, print/dye, and stitch.Staff: Ms T HallUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, lectures, demonstrations,set studio projects, self-initiated research, group critiquesessions and individual studio guidance (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal folio presentation at the end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3J]

FFX180Textiles 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFX181 (full year) and FFX182 (full year); unitweight part time 37.5% per yearExplores a range of processes and includesprojects initiated by the student in consultationwith the lecturer. These projects are directedtoward the students developing critical andconceptual judgement.



Staff: Ms T HallUnit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation at the end of unit(100%)Courses: [F2F]

FFX202/302The Art of Costume 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveIntroduces students to the design andconstruction process in the making of costume.The major project for the unit is the creation of agarment for an imagined movie or pop star, ascience fiction character or theatre production.The unit incorporates a brief study of the historyand meaning of costume throughout selectedhistorical periods and within various culturalcontexts. In realising class projects students areintroduced to a number of processes andtechniques including the use of pattern blocksand commercial patterns, simple garmentconstruction and fabric and fibres identificationand selection.Staff: Ms T HallUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hr studio session weekly includinglecture/demonstration, individual supervision andgroup critiques (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: Formal folio presentation of set class projects atend of unit (100%)Required: a list of standard sewing tools and accessories(eg sewing needles, scissors, bobbins, measuring tapeetc), together with a reading list, will be available at thebeginning of the unitCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FFX204/304Textiles: Pattern and Form, Symbol and

MeaningOffered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveExamines the visual language of pattern andform, sign, text and symbol through the mediumof textiles. A study of current textile practices inIndonesia, Thailand, Laos, the Middle East,Africa and India will provide an importantbackground to the possibilities of this thematicstudy. To support the study students will beintroduced to advanced techniques and processesin print, weave, stitch, felt and tapestry.Staff: Ms T Hall

Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture/tutorial, 2-hr critique andindividual supervision during studio sessions (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal portfolio: end-of-unit presentation of 3set class projects (30% ea), class presentation (10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFX205/305Fibres and Fabrics

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an electiveA comprehensive study in some of the majortextile techniques, processes and technologies.These may include felt making, paper making,dyeing, discharge dyeing, basketry and colourtheory. Studio projects will reflect the wide-ranging potential of these techniques in thedevelopment of individual responses tochallenging ideas. Project topics will engagecurrent ideas concerning textiles in public anddomestic spaces, textiles and the body, textiles asartefact, and the way the textile medium canfunction across disciplinary practices includinginstallation art, theatre and dance performance.Staff: Ms T HallUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture/tutorial, 2-hr critique andindividual supervision during studio sessions (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 for BCA studentsAssess: formal portfolio: end-of-unit presentation of 3set class projects (30% ea), class presentation (10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFX206/306Computer-aided Textiles

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an electiveIn recent years computer-aided designtechnology has either completely replaced orenhanced many of the traditional methods ofworking in textiles. This unit will explore the newpossibilities offered by computer technology as amajor tool in aiding the creative processesassociated with textile studio arts practice. Digitaltextile transfer printing, computer facilitatedweaving and the exploitation of software forcomputer-linked sewing machines will form thebasis of the technological investigation. Thesecomputer experiences will be set within a contextof textile studio projects that enable theconceptual and technological characteristics to befully tested in making individual works of art orprototypes for serial production.Staff: Ms T Hall



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Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture/tutorial, 2-hr critique andindividual supervision during studio sessions (13 wks)Prereq: FFE103 and FFE102 for BCA studentsAssess: formal portfolio/presentation either 1 project(90%) or 3 projects (30% ea), class participation (10%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FFX280Textiles 2

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: restricted to students enrolled inDipFAD; part-time students should use enrolmentcodes FFX281 (full year) and FFX282 (full year; unitweight part time 37.5% per yearA consolidation of personal ideas, conceptapproaches and aesthetics. The unit is a studentinitiated program, in consultation with thelecturer.Staff: Ms T HallUnit weight: 75%Teaching pattern: 12 facilitated hrs weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FFX180Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); formal folio/presentation at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F2F]

FPA400/401Bachelor of Performing Arts Honours

Full time/Part timeOffered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: full-time students enrol in FPA400(100%); part-time students in FPA401 (50%)Allows students to concentrate on developing abody of work, usually of a speculative andindividual nature, and emphasises a strong senseof independent enquiry. Research training isprovided in theory and performance-baseddisciplines in the Performing Arts by supervisionof individual projects agreed to in conjunctionwith the School’s Honours Committee, and by aregular seminar program.Staff: Dr D Malor (Coordinator)Unit weight: 100%/50%Teaching pattern: seminars, individual supervisionPrereq: BPA or equivAssess: 12,000-word essay for Theory-based candidates;equiv performance presentation for Performance-basedcandidates (50%), 4,000-word theory paper (25%), 2,500-word report (12.5%), one seminar presentation (12.5%).Assessment is by a panel of examiners appointed by theHead of School. Each panel will include an outsideassessor. All students undergo a half-hour oral defenceof their research dissertation.

Required: as advised by supervisorCourses: [F4B]

FPB101Australian Theatre

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: available as an elective to students fromother coursesDevelops an awareness of the phenomenon oftheatre in formal and informal aspects ofAustralian culture; a knowledge and appreciationof some representative plays by Australianplaywrights; an understanding of theperformance modes and conventions associatedwith particular plays; and, editorial, acting, andtechnical skills through the various approachesand processes involved in realising the play textsas theatre.Staff: Mr M EdgarUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, lectures, tutorials &practical sessions (13 wks)Assess: dramatic project (20%), seminar presentation(20%), 1,000-word essay (20%), 2 x tests (40%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FPB102Principles of Western Theatre

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an elective to students fromother coursesLeads students to an awareness of the dramaticimpulse in Western societies and to anunderstanding of the currents of thought andsignificant events which led to the developmentof particular forms of drama. Students investigateways in which plays of particular periods werestaged (and may now be staged) and apply actingskills and techniques to selected texts in order torealise these as theatre.Staff: Mr M EdgarUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, lectures, tutorials, andpractical sessions (13 wks)Prereq: FPB101Assess: seminar presentation including dramaticpresentation component (40%), 1,000-word essay (20%),2 written tests (40%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J] [OC]



FPB103Theatre Skills 1

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Students explore their potential for performancethrough the application of various techniquesdrawn from contemporary approaches to acting,voice production and movement. Studentsdevelop a heightened physical and vocalawareness; explore the possibilities within theirown voice and free themselves from therestrictions of their habitual movementbehaviours. Students discover and practiceimprovisation methods and theatre exercises inthe exploration of the performer’s creative andexpressive potential. The students are alsointroduced to the actor’s qualities of energy,commitment, enjoyment, freedom anddevelopment of confidence and courage.Staff: Mr P Hammond (Coordinator), and others tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 5 hrs weekly, practical sessions (13wks)Coreq: FPB105 Technical TheatreAssess: 2 practical text presentations (75%), practicalassignment (15%), written text assignment (10%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]


Offered: Ltn: sem 2Students explore the specific physical and vocalskills required for the demands of text andvarying performance contexts, including thepresentation of a comedy routine. Thisexploration focuses on the objective of enlargingthe realm of possibilities for each student as acommunicator of emotion, ideas and meaning.Specifically, students develop an ability tostrengthen spinal support; to connect breath andmovement and sound; to centre the natural voice;to free the channel of sound; to articulate clearly;to extend the range of the voice; to understandphonetics; and to convey the subtle nuances ofthought and feeling present in text. The unit alsointroduces the Stanislavski conceptions of action,given circumstances, sensory awareness,concentration, emotional memory, imaginationand observation.Staff: Mr P Hammond (Coordinator), Mr M Edgar, Ms LMerrittUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 5 hrs weekly, practical sessions (13wks)

Prereq: FPB103 Theatre Skills 1Assess: preparation and presentation of stand-upcomedy routine (40%), preparation and presentation ofshort dramatic scene (40%), preparation of annotatedscript (20%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB105Technical Theatre

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Focuses on stage management and involvesworkshops, discussions and seminars concerning:responsibilities and channels of communicationwithin each department and the overallproduction; duties and skills required by supportstaff, and organisational skills appropriate to thepreparation and execution of each theatricaldepartment. Each workshop/discussion sessionexplores one or more facets of stage management.Students gain practice in the safety procedures ofresponsible theatre operation. Each studentselects a technical role within a production andoversee all associated duties in the execution ofthat department.Staff: Mr P HammondUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly (13 wks)Assess: production area on performance(s) (70%),associated paperwork/prompt copy (10%), written andpractical assignments (20%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB106Performance and Production

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Is conducted in two parts. The first concernsperformance of a given playscript and offersopportunities to explore acting techniques astaught in Theatre Skills 1. The second partexamines processes and procedures of lightingdesign. Emphasis is placed on instrumentation,accessories, electricity and the exploration of theartistic capabilities of using lighting instrumentsin order to verify methods and principles taughtin theoretical sessions. Each student assists withthe research, organisation, design, constructionand/or realisation of a technical departmentwithin a production.Staff: Mr P Hammond and others tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 4 wks block timetabled [equiv of 5 hrs



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weekly (13 wks)]Prereq: FPB103 Theatre Skills 1, FPB105 TechnicalTheatreAssess: participation in rehearsals and production andperformances (50%), associated paperwork, written andpractical assignments (50%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB121/221Acting and Theatre: An Introduction

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Offers an introduction to acting and acting skillsfor those who are not intending to workprofessionally in theatre. The unit develops basicposture, movement and vocal skills as well aspractice in the fundamentals of acting, role-playing, theatre games and theatre sports. Itappeals to and is of value to those who may beinvolved in teaching, tourism, social work orindeed any area where self-confidence, self-presentation and relaxed interaction with othersis important.Staff: Ms L Merritt (Coordinator), and sessional staff tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly (tutorials and practicalsessions) (13wks)M.excl: FPB103, FPB104Assess: participation in, contribution to andperformance in class exercises (20%); two x 5-10 min.small group presentations (40% ea)Courses: [OC]

FPB201Classical Production

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Students work in a number of technical oradministrative roles to support the ClassicalPerformance production. They study thedemands of various areas such as publicity,bookings, sound production etc. Each studenttakes a major responsibility in one area as well asassisting in others.Staff: Mr M Edgar (Coordinator), other staff tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: equiv of 3 hrs weekly, practical sessions(13 wks)Prereq: FPB106 Performance and ProductionCoreq: FPB202 Classical PerformanceAssess: production logbook (20%), implementation ofpractical support role (80%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB202Classical Performance

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Students rehearse and present for publicperformance a production of a given classicaltext. ‘Classical’ in this context indicates a textwhich has achieved a substantial reputation andperformance history and which provides aworthwhile acting challenge for a large numberof students. The rehearsal process allowsstudents to exercise and further develop skillslearned in Year 1. It also enables them to learngood rehearsal technique and discipline andgives them the opportunity to develop skills inresearching background material.Staff: Mr M Edgar (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: equiv of 5 hrs weekly, practical sessions(13 wks)Prereq: FPB104 Theatre Skills 2, FPB106 Performanceand ProductionCoreq: FPB201 Classical ProductionAssess: rehearsal process (40%), public performance(40%) rehearsal and performance logbook (20%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB203Devised Performance

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Students rehearse and present for targeted publicperformance one or more small scale devisedprograms. Past productions in this area haveincluded programs devised for the QueenVictoria Museum and Art Gallery, pre-show foyerperformances for Theatre North, Nursing andSocial Work conferences and programs forschools. It is expected that similar areas will beserviced in the future. Students gain experiencein researching and shaping material forperformance and in devising programs for non-theatrical spaces.Staff: Mr M Edgar (Coordinator), Mr P Hammond andothersUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: equiv of 3 hrs weekly, practical sessions(13 wks)Prereq: FPB202 Classical PerformanceAssess: participation in devising and rehearsing (40%),public performances (40%) plus rehearsal andperformance log book (20%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]




Offered: Ltn: sem 2Students explore the vocal resources required torespond to the demands of a variety ofperformance styles. The resonance and range ofthe voice are developed and the ability to use thefactors of space, time, weight and rhythm inlanguage extended to widen characterperformance choices. Students extend theirmovement possibilities through furtherestablishing the physical text of a performance.The ability to create and investigate characterfrom physical choices is explored. These physicaland vocal skills are integrated into thepreparation and performance of selecteddramatic texts. Text analysis and approaches tointerpretation further extend the theory andpractice of acting. Various theatrical forms,devices and presentational modes areinvestigated.Staff: Mr P Hammond (Coordinator), and others tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 5 hrs weekly, practical sessions (13wks)Prereq: FPB202 Classical PerformanceAssess: 3 practical text presentations (55%), 3 practicalassignments (45%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB251/351Advanced Technical Theatre

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: restricted to BCA (Theatre) studentsEach student assists with the research,organisation, design, construction, realisation andstage management of a major production. Theunit is conducted through weekly tutorials anddiscussions on stage management techniques,front of house duties, and approaches to problemsolving. Class content includes revision of basicstage management principles, prompt cornerinstrumentation, safety procedures,organisational skills, scheduling and running therehearsal room, front of house management andpromotion activities. Students gain experienceand practice in the research of an agreed andspecific stage management portfolio.Staff: Mr P HammondUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, tutorials & practicalsessions (13 wks)

Prereq: FPB105 Technical TheatreAssess: major role in one or more theatrical productions(80%) and associated paperwork/prompt copy (20%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB252/352Professional Presentation Skills

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: available as an elective to students inother coursesAddresses the communication needs of thosestudents or intending professionals required tospeak in the presentation context. Specific vocaland physical skills are experienced to assist thestudent in presenting in a dynamic and focussedway. A technique to rehearse the material forpresentation is explored. Strategies to allow thepresentation to reach the listeners with theintended impact are investigated. The means ofaddressing performance anxiety is covered andthe transference of these skills into professionalcontexts is developed.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, practical sessions (13wks)Assess: preparation, rehearsal, delivery and critiquing of2 speeches (100%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J] [OC]

FPB253/353Stage Design

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Is concerned with contemporary design and therole of the designer in the theatre as it may affectthe stage in its various formations andconfigurations; formulating attitudes andapproaches to finding the ‘core’ and ‘metaphor’,from which all artistic decisions concerning aproduction are made. Tutorial sessions cover theapplication of design principles for stage: line,shape, composition, colour, texture, space and theprinciples of harmony; contrast, variation,gradation, balance; movement, repetition,emphasis and rhythm. Students examine theprocess of text analysis through to the executionof a completed scale model and white model.Students also design, and assist in constructingthe set for a production.Staff: Mr P HammondUnit weight: 12.5%



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Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, tutorials & practicalsessions (13 wks)Prereq: normally FPB105Assess: design and realisation of set for one or moreproductions (60%), accompanying designs andpaperwork (40%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB254/354Lighting Design

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: restricted to BCA studentsEmphasis is placed on the artistic capabilities ofusing theatre luminaires in order to verifymethods and principles examined in seminars,workshops and theoretical sessions. Topicsinclude lighting the event, the play, or danceperformance, and standard drawing/documentation procedures of lighting design.Each student assists with the research,organisation, design, and realisation of a lightingdesign within a production or installation.Staff: Mr P HammondUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, tutorials & practicalsessions (13 wks)Assess: design and realisation of one or more lightingdesigns (80%), associated lighting plans and plots (20%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB255/355Scriptwriting

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: restricted to BCA studentsIs designed to heighten awareness of the essentialelements of scriptwriting, characterisation,conflict, suspense, dialogue and subtext. The unitgives students the opportunity to write their ownshort scripts, including mimes, monologues andscenes. These scripts are workshoppedthroughout the semesterwith the aim ofimproving successive drafts which are finallyassessed for their originality and skill inemploying the elements of dramatic writing.These scripts are shared at a limited and specifiedplayreading.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, tutorials & practicalsessions (13 wks)Prereq: FPB101, FPB102

Assess: set exercises (30%), submission of drafts throughworkshopping process (20%), final submission of a 10to 20-min one-act play (50%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB258/358Voice for TV

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: restricted to BCA (Theatre) studentsDevelops the student’s vocal versatility throughthe experience of developing skills for TV.Students investigate skill of working to thecamera. As well as developing the vocal andacting skills needed for TV performance, studentspresent a ‘stand-up’ to camera in documentarystyle. Skills are applied to specific industrycontexts.Staff: Ms L MerrittUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly (tutorials and practicalsessions) (13wks)Assess: participation in class activities (20%), practicalassignments (80%)Courses: [F3J]

FPB259/359Voice for Radio

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: restricted to BCA (Theatre) students;offered in rotation with FPB289/398 Voice for TV, thisunit will be offered in 2005Develops the student’s vocal versatility throughthe experience of developing skills for radio.Microphone technique is investigated. Studentsalso research and experience the dynamic of thevoice over as well as the vocal and actingdemands of the radio play. They also develop thevocal confidence needed for taped readings of arange of material. Skills are applied to specificindustry contexts.Courses: [F3J]

FPB260/360Talking the Talk: Social Speech

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: not available to BCA(Theatre) studentsGives students from all areas of study in theuniversity the opportunity to develop speech andcommunication skills for situations less formalthan high level professional presentations butmore formal than normal conversation eg,delivering a eulogy, making a speech at a



wedding or a community meeting, presenting asubmission to a committee, telling a joke oraccepting an Oscar. There is a study of basicelements of relaxation, breathing and posture aswell as the mechanics of speech. Emphasis isplaced on planning and finding the right tone forspecific situations. The deliberate and structureduse of humour is also explored as an aid tomaking interesting social speech. While most ofthe work is practical, study is made of successfulexamples within the field.Staff: Ms L MerrittUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly (tutorials and practicalsessions) (13wks)Assess: 750-word written critique of a published orrecorded speech (20%); preparation, rehearsal anddelivery of two x 5 min. speeches targeted to particularoccasions (40% ea)Courses: [OC]

FPB302Theatre Project 1: Student Directed

ProductionOffered: Ltn: sem 1Each student is responsible for selecting baseresource materials or playscript for performanceand then overseeing the entire production andstaging process through to, and including,presentation of the finished product. Lecturesand workshops on key issues within thedirector’s portfolio are included: auditions,setting up of support structures, organisationalstrategies, qualities of leadership and rehearsaltechniques.Staff: Mr P HammondUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs weekly, tutorials, workshops &practical sessions (13 wks)Prereq: FPB204 Theatre Skills 3, FPB203 DevisedPerformanceAssess: selection, casting, rehearsal and production of aone-act play (80%); director’s portfolio (20%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPB303Theatre Project 2: Graduate ProductionOffered: Ltn: sem 2Classes are conducted as rehearsals of a chosenplayscript directed by the lecturer. Students areexpected to apply techniques learnt in FPB103,FPB104, FPB204 Theatre Skills 1, 2 and 3 to thecreation of the production and rehearsal of their

role(s). Students are also expected to take part indiscussions on the playscript and to be asked tocontribute to design and production decisionsand assist in a technical department in order torealise elements of the production.Staff: Mr P HammondUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs weekly, practical sessions (13wks)Prereq: FPB204 Theatre Skills 3, FPB203 DevisedPerformanceAssess: participation in rehearsal, production andperformance (60%) technical departmentresponsibilities (40%)Required: tbaRecommend: tbaCourses: [F3J]

FPM101Theory, Composition & Arranging 1A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Investigates the foundations of contemporary(jazz & rock) music theory, composition andarranging techniques, and develops notationskills. Students will be introduced to basicelements exhibited in modern chord progressionsand composition, and develop writing skills forthe jazz and rock rhythm section. The course willbegin with chord structures and appropriatenomenclature, and topics such as form,instrument range and transposition, chord/scalerelationships, and basic chord substitution will bediscussed. Compositions will be written utilisingthe theory studied, and an arrangement for onehorn and rhythm section will be produced. Allcompositions and arrangements will beperformed.Staff: Mr JM LadeUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly (13 wks); lectures &practical sessionsAssess: 100-bar arrangement for one horn & rhythmsection (30%), arranging assignments (10%),composition/theory assignments (20%), invigilatedfinal exam (40%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM102Aural & Ensemble 1A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1The aural component of this unit introducesstudents to the fundamental music vocabularyand notation reading skills including rhythmic,intervallic and triadic chordal recognition.Tonality will be restricted to major keys. It aims



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to develop and increase rhythmic and auralawareness and fluency in reading, through sightsinging, rhythmic drill and performing andnotating music in a variety of contemporarymusical styles. The ensemble component of thisunit assists students in developing interpersonalcommunication and personal responsibility skillsnecessary for successfully working together toachieve common goals in a creative musicenvironment. The unit also providesopportunities for developing ensemble rehearsaland performance skills in musical expression,improvisation, internal pulse, intonationawareness and accompaniment sensitivity.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, lectures, tutorials &practical sessions (13 wks)Assess: weekly rhythmic and aural performance tests(10%), dictation and analysis (10%), aural viva voceexams (30%), weekly performance observation ofindividual contribution to ensemble (50%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]

FPM103Practical Study 1A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: restricted to BCA (ContemporaryMusic) studentsAims to develop technical facility, interpretiveskills, and improvisation ability on the student’sprincipal instrument (including voice) in thecontemporary (jazz and rock) idiom. All studentswill participate in sight-reading andimprovisation classes, and guitarists will attend acomping class. Topics will include articulation,standard jazz phrasings, and voice-leadingprinciples. Practical application of diatonic chordprogressions using the major scale, andsecondary and extended dominants will beexplored in the improvisation class. Theinstrument lesson content will consist of technicalwork such as scales, arpeggios and studies, inaddition to the acquisition of a contemporarymusic repertoire. Each student will undertake apractical examination at the end of the semester,which will test prepared work, improvisation,comping (if applicable) and sight-reading.Staff: Mr JM Lade (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2.5 hours weekly (13 wks); individuallessons (0.5 hours weekly), lectures, workshops &practical sessionsAssess: instrument exam (50%), improvisation exam(50%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM104Theory, Composition & Arranging 1B

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Continues to explore the harmonic, melodic andrhythmic principles of contemporary (jazz &rock) music. The unit emphasises thedevelopment of analytic and writing skills. Topicssuch as the principles of two-part horn writingand the use of motifs in contemporarycomposition will be discussed and demonstratedin the work produced. All compositions andarrangements will be performed.Staff: Mr JM LadeUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly (13 wks); lectures &practical sessionsAssess: 100-bar arrangement for two horns & rhythmsection (30%), arranging assignments (10%),composition/theory assignments (20%), invigilatedfinal exam (40%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM105Aural & Ensemble 1B

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Continues in developing the student’sfundamental notation reading and auralrecognition skills. Activities, include moreadvanced rhythmic reading skills, interval andchordal recognition. There is a continuation in thedevelopment of the student’s fluency in hearing,reading, and performing through practicalexercise in rhythmic, melodic and chordaldictation. Major key diatonic 7th chords will beintroduced and single note melodic lines will betranscribed. The ensemble component willcontinue in the provision of opportunities fordeveloping interpersonal communication andpersonal responsibility skills. It will also continueto provide opportunities for increasing ensembleperformance skills in musical expression,rhythmic tightness, intonation andaccompaniment sensitivity. This will culminate ina performance at the end of the semester.Staff: tba (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly, lectures, tutorials &practical sessions (13 wks)Assess: weekly rhythmic and aural performance tests(10%), dictation and analysis (10%), aural viva voceexams (30%), weekly performance observation ofindividual contribution to ensemble (50%)Courses: [F3J] [OC]



FPM106Practical Study 1B

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: restricted to BCA (ContemporaryMusic) studentsExtends the student’s skill in sight-reading andcomping (if applicable), and further developsimprovisation and instrumental ability.Advanced articulation and jazz, jazz/rockphrasing will be discussed and demonstrated inselected repertoire. Topics in the improvisationclass will include the practical application ofsubstitute chords and modal interchangeharmony. Acquisition of advanced contemporaryrepertoire, scales, arpeggios and studies willoccur in the student’s individual lesson. Eachstudent will undertake a practical examination atthe end of the semester, which will test preparedwork, improvisation, comping (if applicable) andsight-reading.Staff: Mr JM Lade (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2.5 hours weekly (13 wks); individuallessons (0.5 hours weekly), lectures, workshops &practical sessionsPrereq: FPM103Assess: instrument exam (50%), improvisation exam(50%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM201Theory, Composition & Arranging 2A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Continues to explore the harmonic, melodic andrhythmic principles of contemporary (jazz &rock) music. Analytic, arranging, andcomposition skills are further developed. Lecturetopics include contrapuntal writing, arrangingtechniques for three horns, modulation and bluesprogressions. Student assignments willdemonstrate the concepts discussed in lecturesand will be performed.Staff: Mr JM LadeUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours per week (13 wks); lectures &practical sessionsPrereq: FPM104Assess: 100-bar arrangement for three horns & rhythmsection (30%), arranging assignments (15%),composition/theory assignments (25%), contrapuntalcomposition (30%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM202Aural & Ensemble 2A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Continues in developing the student’s notationreading and aural recognition skills. Activities,including advanced rhythmic reading skills,interval and chordal recognition. There is acontinuation of developing the student’s fluencyin hearing, reading, and performing throughpractical exercise in rhythmic, melodic andchordal dictation. 7th chords, secondarydominants and minor keys will be introducedand two line melodies will be transcribed. Theensemble component will continue toward thedeveloping of interpersonal communication andorganisational skills. It will also continue toprovide opportunities for professional ensembleperformance skills.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly (13 wks); lectures &practical sessionsPrereq: FPM105Assess: weekly rhythmic and aural performance tests(10%), dictation and analysis (10%), aural viva voceexams (50%), weekly performance observation ofindividual contribution to ensemble (50%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM203Practical Study 2A

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Special note: Restricted to BCA (ContemporaryMusic) studentsFurther extends the student’s skills on theirinstrument in the areas of repertoire acquisition,technical work, and improvisation. Topics in theimprovisation class include blues chordprogressions; diminished chord patterns andappropriate substitutions. The acquisition of amore advanced contemporary repertoire, scales,arpeggios, and studies occur in the individuallesson. Each student undertakes a practicalexamination at the end of the semester, whichwill test prepared work, improvisation, and sight-reading.Staff: Mr JM Lade (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2.5 hours per week (13 wks); individuallessons (0.5 hours per week), lectures, workshops &practical sessionsPrereq: FPM106Assess: instrument exam (50%), improvisation exam(50%).Courses: [F3J]



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FPM204Theory, Composition & Arranging 2B

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Extends the principles of contemporary (jazz &rock) theory, and further develops arranging andcomposition skills in this idiom. Topics such asminor-key progressions, modal harmony, 12-tonecomposition, and arranging techniques for fourhorns will be discussed, and assignments relatingto lecture content will be produced andperformed.Staff: Mr JM LadeUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours per week (13 wks); lectures &practical sessionsPrereq: FPM201Assess: 100-bar arrangement for four horns & rhythmsection (30%), arranging assignments (15%),composition/theory assignments (25%), contrapuntalcomposition (30%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM205Aural & Ensemble 2B

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Further develops the student’s notation, readingand aural recognition skills. Activities includeadvanced rhythmic reading skills, interval andchordal recognition. The unit extends thestudent’s fluency in hearing, reading, andperforming through practical exercise inrhythmic, melodic and chordal dictation. Modalscales, chromaticism and atonal melodies will beintroduced and three line melodies will betranscribed. The ensemble component willcontinue toward the developing of interpersonalcommunication and organisational skills. It willalso continue to provide opportunities forprofessional ensemble performance skills. Thiswill culminate in a performance at the end of thesemester.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly (13 wks); lectures &practical sessionsPrereq: FPM202Assess: weekly rhythmic and aural performance tests(10%), dictation and analysis (10%), aural viva voceexams (30%), weekly performance observation ofindividual contribution to ensemble (50%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM206Practical Study 2B

Offered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: Restricted to BCA (ContemporaryMusic) studentsFurther extends the student’s skills on theirinstrument in the areas of repertoire acquisition,technical work, and improvisation. Topics in theimprovisation class will include modal and minorkey chord progressions. The acquisition of a moreadvanced contemporary repertoire, scales,arpeggios, and studies will occur in theindividual lesson. Each student will undertake apractical examination at the end of the semester,which will test prepared work, improvisation,and sight-reading.Staff: Mr JM Lade (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2.5 hours per week (13 wks); individuallessons (0.5 hours per week), lectures, workshops &practical sessionsPrereq: FPM203Assess: instrument exam (50%), improvisation exam(50%).Courses: [F3J]

FPM207/307Music Technology: Computers and

SequencingOffered: Ltn: sem 2Special note: Restricted to BCA (ContemporaryMusic) studentsProvides students with instruction andexperience in the use of computers in music.Notation software, MIDI, sequencing softwareand techniques are explored.Staff: Mr JM Lade (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly; lectures, workshops &practical sessionsPrereq: completion of Year 1 for BCA studentsAssess: notation assignments (30%), sequencingassignments (30%), project (40%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM208/308Pedagogy

Offered: Ltn: sem 1Explores a practical and philosophical approachto teaching within the private studio or schoolitinerate teacher environment. It will provide thestudent with the techniques to teach theirprincipal instrument at a variety of levels. Theunit will investigate a number of approaches to



teaching proposed by important music educators.It will also investigate the psychological andpractical aspects of learning and teaching. Theunit also provides students with effectivecommunication skills and acquiring sufficientbusiness and administrative skills to operate asuccessful private teaching practice.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hours weekly; (13 wks); lectures &practical sessionsPrereq: completion of Year 1 for BCA and BEd studentsAssess: individual practice/observation (20%), bookreport /class presentation (10%), major book review/class presentation (50%), folio work (20%)Courses: [F3J]

FPM209/309Contemporary Vocal Ensemble

Offered: not offered in 2004Explores various contemporary (jazz & rock)vocal music styles and techniques. The unitprovides practical performance experience inmajor contemporary vocal idioms. There will bespecial emphasis on acquiring vocalharmonisation, improvisation, voice productionand breathing skills. The unit will focus ondeveloping ensemble awareness skills inintonation, balance, blend and rhythmic unity.The unit also aims to provide reinforcement, inrhythmic, aural and sight reading skills,supplementing the work covered in Aural andEnsemble.Courses: [F3J]

FPM210/310Cross-Media Studies

Offered: not offered in 2004Provides opportunities for students to explore thepossibilities of the combination of elements fromvisual arts, contemporary music, and theatre.Individually or in groups, students will exploredifferent possible cross-media projects. Examplesmay include music theatre performances,soundscapes within visual arts installations,performance art and music, multi-media (videoand music, sound for internet), and radioproductions involving art, theatre and music.Courses: [F3J]

FPM303Music Project

Offered: Ltn: sem 1 & 2Special note: Restricted to BCA (Contemporary

Music) studentsStudents rehearse in two ensembles each weekthroughout the year and eventually perform inthese ensembles. In consultation with music staff,students are required to prepare a projectproposal and then undertake an investigation in achosen area. The project proposal shoulddemonstrate a method of investigation thatencourages a comprehensive exploration,development and refinement of project ideas.Possible projects could include preparation of amajor solo performance, composition of a folio ofwork, or recording original compositions orarrangements.Staff: Mr JM Lade (Coordinator)Unit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 6 hours weekly (26 wks); includesindividual lesson or supervision (0.5 hours weekly)together with lectures, workshops, rehearsals, practicalsessions and facilitated project development time.Prereq: 50% at level 200 of the BCA (ContemporaryMusic stream)Assess: mid-year assessment of ensemble component:preparedness and performance at tutorials (12.5%),performance (12.5%); end-of-year assessment ofensemble component: preparedness and performance attutorials (12.5%), performance (12.5%), final project(end-of-year assessment) (50%)Courses: [F3J]

FSA200/300Complementary Study

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: Available only to BFA students, subjectto approval of HoSProvides students with the opportunity toundertake investigative study in a specialisedarea that complements their study program.Complementary study is taken in either year twoor year three as a specifically designedinvestigation to support the major study. Theinvestigation is self-directed once the outline ofthe project has been agreed to by the Head of thediscipline. Students can choose a topic for specialinvestigation which may be either practical ortheoretical in nature. Normally BFA students mayundertake only one complementary electivewithin their course of study.Staff: Head of Discipline (Coordinator) and one otherdesignated School staff member or outside consultant/adviser.Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr consultation, 2-hr project sessionsweekly (13 wks)Prereq: successful completion of Year 1 (100%) of theBFA



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FSA201/301Complementary Study

Part timeOffered: Hbt: summer-sch OR sem 1 OR winter-schOR sem 2Special note: available only to BFA students, subjectto approval of HoS; taken as two sequential semesterson a part-time basisProvides students with the opportunity toundertake investigative study in a specialisedarea that complements their study program.Complementary study is taken in either year twoor year three as a specifically designedinvestigation to support the major study. Theinvestigation is self-directed once the outline ofthe project has been agreed to by the Head of thediscipline. Students can choose a topic for specialinvestigation which may be either practical ortheoretical in nature. Normally BFA students mayundertake only one complementary electivewithin their course of study.Staff: Head of Discipline (Coordinator) and one otherdesignated School staff member or outside consultant/adviser.Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr consultation, 2-hr project sessionsfortnightlyPrereq: successful completion of Year 1 (100%) of theBFAAssess: work-in-context assignment (20%), formalpresentation of work undertaken during sem (80%)Courses: [F3E]

FSA400/401Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours

Full time/Part timeOffered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: full-time students enrol in FSA400(100%); part-time students in FSA401 (50%)The program is an in-depth, though notnecessarily media-specific, study of one of thefollowing areas: Art Theory, Ceramics, Drawing,E-Media, Furniture Design, Graphic Design,Painting, Photography, Printmaking or Sculpture.This course allows students to concentrate ondeveloping a group of works of a speculativenature and an individual character. The coursestrongly emphasises independent enquiry. Thework submitted for examination will be directedby the Research Proposal which, in turn, will

develop into a Research Essay of 3000 words inlength. The proposal and essay will evolvethrough consultation with both studio and theorystaff.The Research Essay reports on and criticallyanalyses in a coherent and structured form theresearch that students have carried out for theirpractical work. This essay will be writtenprogressively through the year, emerging fromthree short papers, each of which will bepresented for critique in the Honours ResearchSeminar weekly program.Candidates are expected to have a clearcommitment to the articulation of visual arttheory in written, verbal and visual form, and itsintegration into art practice.Candidates involved in a Theory-only Honoursprogram will complete a thesis of 15,000 wordsmaximum on their selected topic. They will alsocomplete a secondary paper on a methodologicalor theoretical issue related to the thesis. Thesubject matter of this second paper (max 5000words) will be determined in discussion with thecandidate’s supervisor.As well as the Research Seminars, the program issupported by a weekly meeting with theHonours Coordinator to discuss researchstrategies and issues related to the realisation ofindividual projects.At the end of the year, shortly beforeexamination, a short (100-word) summaryexplanation of the research outcomes in relationto the course proposal will be required.A panel of academic staff appointed by the Headof School examines the candidate’s presentationof visual work (or, in the case of Art Theorycandidates, their written submission)representing their year’s study; the Researchpapers and any other written documentation,such as diaries and notebooks. The panel willinclude the candidate`s studio and theorysupervisors.Staff: Mr P Zika (Coordinator)Unit weight: 100%/50%Teaching pattern: regular tutorials and seminarsPrereq: Fine Arts degree/diploma with at least twodistinctions or above or a degree in an accepted cognatediscipline. It is normally expected that one distinctionwill be in the final year of the major unit completed.Candidates are also expected to have completed 75% inunits offered in Art & Design Theory at levels 100, 200and 300Courses: [F4A]



FSA750Professional Practices 1

Offered: Hbt: summer-sch OR sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: part-time students should useenrolment code FSA760Consists of a professional practice project or aseries of such projects agreed upon inconsultation with academic staff of the School.The projects are taught by academic staff fromone of the following studios: Drawing, E-Media,Furniture Design, Graphic Design, Painting,Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture.Staff: tba (Coordinator) and specialised Studio and/orArt Theory staffUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 20 facilitated hrs weekly (13 wks)M.excl: FFA750Assess: by a panel of examiners appointed by the SchoolCourses: [F7D]


Offered: Hbt: summer-sch OR sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: part-time students should useenrolment code FSA761Consists of a professional practice project or aseries of such projects which extends thoseundertaken in FSA750 Professional Practices 1, andagreed upon in consultation with the School’sCoursework Awards Committee. The projects aretaught by academic staff from one of thefollowing studios: Drawing, E-Media, FurnitureDesign, Graphic Design, Painting, Photography,Printmaking, and Sculpture.Staff: tba (Coordinator) and specialist Studio and/or ArtTheory staffUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 20 facilitated hrs weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSA750M.excl: FFA751Assess: by a panel of examiners appointed by the SchoolCourses: [F7D]


Offered: Hbt: summer-sch OR sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: part-time students should useenrolment code FSA762Consists of a professional practice project or aseries of such projects which extends thoseundertaken in FSA751 Professional Practices 2, andagreed upon in consultation with the School’sCoursework Awards Committee. The projects aretaught by academic staff from one of the

following studios: Drawing, E-Media, FurnitureDesign, Graphic Design, Painting, Photography,Printmaking, Printmedia, Sculpture, Textiles, andVideo.Staff: tba (Coordinator) and specialist Studio and/or ArtTheory staffUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 20 facilitated hrs weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSA751M.excl: FFA752Assess: by a panel of examiners appointed by the SchoolCourses: [F7D]

FSA753Research Project

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Special note: part-time students should useenrolment code FSA763Is a supervised research project on a topic agreedupon in consultation with the CourseworkAwards Committee.Staff: tba (Coordinator) and specialist Studio and/or ArtTheory staffUnit weight: 50%M.excl: FFA753Assess: dissertation by exhibition (plus documentation)or 8,000-word thesisCourses: [F7D]

FSB275Design Drawing

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyDevelops CAD drawing skills as an aid toconceptualising and documenting designs, basedon orthographic projection to Australianstandards. Some design problem-solving inassociation with specific CAD drafting projectsare set as a introduction to CAD principles.Students’ work is assessed by an examinationpanel comprising the lecturer responsible for thesubject plus one other Furniture Design staffmember, at the end of the unit.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs weekly (13 wks)Assess: set projects and work, assessed on the extent towhich the submitted work demonstrates the skill andexecution of given projects as applied to design (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSD150Introduction to Life Drawing

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analytical and expressive approaches in lifedrawing. The unit is geared to the developmentof visual perception, methods of analyticaldrawing, and expressive investigations in relationto drawing the human figure.Staff: Mr LRP BroughtonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr studio session includingintegrated theoretical and practical studies weekly (13wks)Assess: portfolio of 15-20 selected life drawings (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSD153Media and Methods in Drawing

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 OR sem 2Involves the study and application of principlesof pictorial composition, the representation ofspace, colour and tonal studies. Students alsoexplore the inherent characteristics of variousdrawing media. The unit provides a grounding informal principles, but also stretches students’conceptions as to the possibilities of drawing.Thus students are encouraged to experiment withunconventional, as well as conventional,approaches. In the final 3 weeks of the unit, eachstudent undertakes a personal project based onfurther development of a chosen aspect of thecourse covered.Staff: Mr LRP BroughtonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr studio session includingintegrated theoretical and practical studies weekly (13wks)Assess: portfolio of drawings from coursework projects(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSD253/353The Historical Landscape

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Is based upon the conception of landscape as arepository and a sign of human history. The unitinvolves production, in the form of drawings, ofimages which explore this conception, withemphasis on the landscape, history and art ofcolonial Van Diemen’s Land–Tasmania.Excursions are made into landscapes ofsignificance in terms of Aboriginal, settler andconvict history. Emphasis is also placed on thehistorical landscapes of other places, real orimagined, and encourages personal responses toparticular historical topics and particularlandscapes. This unit complements studies inFSZ251 Natural Environment and Wilderness and

FST205 Picturing the Wilderness.Staff: Mr LRP BroughtonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr studio session (includingintegrated theoretical and practical studies) weekly;occasional 1-day excursions (13 wks)Assess: portfolio of selected drawings (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSD255/355Life Drawing A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1In this unit various principles and possibilities oflife drawing are addressed. The unit reinforcesand expands upon knowledge and skills acquiredin FSD150 Introduction to Life Drawing, but also isconcerned with the development of individualimagery which references the body as keycontent. The unit also caters for students whosework in their other studio studies would becomplemented by a unit in life drawing.Staff: Mr LRP BroughtonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr studio session weekly, includingintegrated theoretical and practical studies (13 wks)Assess: portfolio of 15–20 selected drawings (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSD256/356Life Drawing B

Offered: Hbt: summer-sch OR sem 2Various principles and possibilities of lifedrawing are addressed. However, students areencouraged to pursue individual directions in lifedrawing. The unit also caters for students whosework in their other studio studies would becomplemented by a unit in life drawing.Staff: Mr LRP Broughton or part-time staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr studio session weekly, includingintegrated theoretical and practical studies (13 wks)Assess: portfolio of 15–20 selected drawings (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSD257/357Image Development A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Focuses on approaches to the sourcing anddevelopment of pictorial content. Essentially, theunit caters for students who wish to pursueindividual directions in drawing and for thosewho wish to use Drawing as a means ofdeveloping images which complement their otherstudio studies.



Staff: Mr LRP BroughtonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr studio session weekly, includingintegrated theoretical and practical studies (13 wks)Assess: a selection of drawings which demonstratecommitment and involvement over the semester (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSD258/358Image Development B

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Focuses on approaches to the sourcing anddevelopment of pictorial content. Essentially, theunit caters for students who wish to pursueindividual directions in drawing and for thosewho wish to use Drawing as a means ofdeveloping images which complement their otherstudio studies.Staff: Mr LRP BroughtonUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr studio session weekly, includingintegrated theoretical and practical studies (13 wks)Assess: a selection of drawings which demonstratecommitment and involvement over the semester (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSE110E-Media 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students not undertaking a BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BISwill need to present a folio of work and attend aninterview in December to be ranked for entry into thisunit; students should have a basic level of computerliteracy before undertaking this unit.Students study various electronic processes.Students undertake four set projects, eachfocused on an introduction to a way of workingwith electronic media. Students are also expectedto complete a larger self-direct project. A programof studio theory (which gives a context for theuse of technology by artists) is a compulsorycomponent of first-year modules.Staff: Mr L Hobba and/or Mr W Hart and sessional staffUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/tutorial/critique, 4 hrspractical weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE210E-Media 2

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2

Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyIn consultation with staff, students develop aproject, selecting a form of electronic media inwhich they have started to develop expertise. Instudio theory, students present seminarsaddressing issues relating to their project.Additionally, the student must enrol in andcomplete the unit content of two 12.5% E-Mediaelective options from the BFA schedule.Staff: Mr W Hart and/or Mr L HobbaUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lectures/tutorial/critique, 4 hrspractical weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSE110 or equivCoreq: 2x12.5% FSE electivesAssess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); folio of project-work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE250/350Digital Imaging A

Offered: Hbt: summer-sch OR sem 1Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeIntroduces digital imaging technologies,techniques, and aesthetics, focusing upon art anddesign related applications. The unit provides apractically orientated foundation in digitalimaging principals, from image capture tooutput, developing image manipulation conceptsand abilities.Staff: Mr W Hart or Dr M Scott or Mr M Milojevic orsessional staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE110 or other level 100 Studio A subjectM.excl: FSX250/350Assess: short folio of project work examined at end ofunit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE251/351Digital Imaging B

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeBuilds on the foundation of FSE250/350, andoffers the opportunity to develop a moresophisticated or specialised understanding of



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image manipulation concepts. In consultationwith staff, students research and develop animaging project.Staff: Mr W Hart or Dr M Scott or Mr M MilojevicUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE250/350 or equivM.excl: FSX251/351Assess: short folio of project work examined at end ofunit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE253/353WWW (World Wide Web) Design

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeThe rapid growth and continuing development ofelectronic document capabilities through theWorld Wide Web, bring unique challenges todeveloping and designing electronic documents.This unit provides a foundation in the historyand principals of electronic document design,and surveys continuing and futuredevelopments, focusing upon design challengesand aesthetic potentials of this emergingmedium. The orientation of the unit is largelypractical, developing a familiarity andunderstanding in the use of basic techniques andsoftware tools, from which participants will beencouraged to develop more advanced orexperimental designs.Staff: Mr W HartUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE250/350 FSE110, FSE254/354 or FSE251/351or equivM.excl: FSX253/353Assess: folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE254/354Temporal Imaging and 2D Animation

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeDigital processes provide unique ways tomanipulate and combine temporal media. This

unit will survey software tools and conceptualconsiderations in manipulating and combiningmedia elements (sound, animation and themoving image), in particular focusing on someprinciples and approaches to 2D animation. Thefocus of the unit is largely practical in orientation.Staff: Mr W HartUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE110 or other level 100 Studio A unitAssess: folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE256/356Sound A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeIntroduces the physics of sound as it relates toapplications for general electronic arts practice.Through set projects and critiques, studentsstudy sound as an art medium, incorporatingradio art, installation, sound for moving imageand sound as a sculptural element. The emphasisis placed on conceptual and skills-baseddevelopment using personal computer softwareprocesses, including: microphones and their uses;portable field recording; studio recordingtechniques, using Protools.Staff: Mr L HobbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE110 or other level 100 Studio A unitAssess: folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE257/357Sound B

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeA project-based, semester-length unit developingthe ideas and skills acquired in FSE256. A project-based semester-long unit that develops ideas notskills acquired in FSE256. Advanced processesinclude sound design for DVD audio, MIDI forsound and installation, waveform editing and



sound processing. Students complete a project orprojects under the direction of the lecturer.Staff: Mr L HobbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE256/356Assess: short folio of project work examined at end ofunit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE258/358The Moving Image A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeExamines video as a documentary medium. Theunit introduces students to pre-productionprocesses, including script development andlocation/resource management, the use ofportable equipment, and post-production skills.Students undertake a short documentary projectthat develops control of location and sound/image technologies. Stylistic approaches to thegenre are examined and the management of non-linear editing process is introduced using digitalvideo. Core editing software is Final Cut Pro.Staff: Mr L HobbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE110 or other level 100 Studio A unitAssess: folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R]

FSE259/359Electronic Installation

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeEncourages experimental approaches toelectronic media including customised interactivetechnologies for use in sound and visioninstallations. Cross-linking of media isencouraged, ranging from junkyard technologiesto refined software use. Application ofappropriate software is discussed to facilitatesolutions to technology-based installation.Strategies for interaction in physical space areconsidered.

Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE260/3603D Modelling and Animation A

Offered: Hbt: summer-sch OR sem 1Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeIntroduces the use of computer software as ameans of developing 3D visual concepts.Students are expected to develop a project whichexplores and develops skills in three areas ofcomputer-augmented 3D visualisation:developing a model or concept; developing themodel by adding lighting and texture; bringingthe scene to life by animation. The knowledgeand skills acquired have a wide range of visualapplications, including: developing 3D designconcepts; linking to computer aided manufactureof componentry; communication of 3D concepts;animation for television or multimedia.Staff: Mr W Hart or sessional staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE110 or other level 100 Studio A unitAssess: folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE261/361Interactive Design

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeExplores the theoretical, practical and aestheticaspects of human/machine interaction. Types ofinteraction and the concept of ‘ExperienceDesign’ will be developed (using electronicmedia and interactivity to convey experience).Staff: Mr W HartUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE254/354 or FSE253/353 or FSE259/359Assess: folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]



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FSE268/368The Moving Image B

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeFurther develops video process and productionskills. In particular advanced editing and mediamanagement techniques using Final Cut Pro andthe preparation of media elements for crossplatform applications. Students will develop andcomplete a resolved project with a screen basedoutcome.Staff: Mr L HobbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE258/358Assess: folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE270/3703D Modelling and Animation B

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may apply;students undertaking courses other than BFA, BA-BFA or BFA-BIS must seek enrolment approval fromthe lecturer in chargeFurther develops the use of computer software asa means for developing 3D visual concepts.Students are expected to develop a project whichexplores and develops skill in one or more of thethree areas of computer-augmented 3Dvisualisation: developing a model or concept;developing the model by adding lighting andtexture; bringing the scene to life by animation.Advanced techniques in each area are considered.Staff: Mr W HartUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3-hr tutorial/practical demonstrationweekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSE110 or other level 100 Studio A unitAssess: folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSE310E-Media 3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyIn consultation with staff, students develop a

project, selecting a form of electronic media inwhich they have begun to develop expertise. Instudio theory, students present seminarsaddressing issues relating to their project.Students must enrol in and complete the unitcontent of two 12.5% E-Media elective optionsfrom the BFA Schedule.Staff: Mr W Hart and/or Mr L HobbaUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lectures/tutorial/critique, 4 hrspractical weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSE210Coreq: 2x12.5% FSE electivesAssess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); folio of project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [F3R] [R3T]

FSF110Furniture Design 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyEmploys projects to encourage a broad approachto the process of design. Students give equalconsideration to sculptural and functional aspectsand explore both form and materials in order todevelop a personal direction in the design andmaking of furniture. They are given increasinglycomplex design briefs that demand a morefocused application to furniture design issues.Aspects of design such as form, colour, texture,balance, structure, ergonomics, functionality,material technology and manufacturability areaddressed as appropriate to the individualprojects. Studio theory is covered by occasionalseminars on design-related issues and concepts.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 4 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of year (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Employs projects to encourage an investigativeapproach to the process of design. Studentsexplore given themes to develop a personaldirection in the design and making of furniture,while extending the scale and complexity of theirdesign skills, using various materials and givingparticular emphasis to their concepts. Studiotheory involves level 200 and 300 students in a



weekly seminar, in which each student prepares aseminar paper related to current design theory,conceptual or practical issues. The mix ofindividual topics varies from year to year.Staff: Mr J SmithUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 10 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSF110Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of year (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSF250Furniture Design 2A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Has the same broad objectives as FSF210, butinvolves less coursework and correspondinglyreduced expectations.Staff: Mr J SmithUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 4 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSF110Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of year (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Develops students’ furniture design and makingskills, enabling them to produce furniture to ahigh creative standard. Students are encouragedto make their own interpretation of set projects toexpress contemporary values related to designissues, and to develop a personal direction indesign, with a view to making it possible forthem to be self-employed designer-makers. Someprojects may focus on design issues in relation toindustrial volume production.Staff: Mr J Smith, Mr KW PerkinsUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 10 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSF210, or FSF250 (DN)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of year (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSF350Furniture Design 3A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Enables students, in consultation with lecturers,to determine design briefs which will help them

to develop individual ideas and to work towardsforming a personal design approach. Studiotheory involves a weekly seminar on aspects ofcurrent design theory and practice.Staff: Mr J Smith, Mr KW PerkinsUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 4 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSF250 or FSF210Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of year (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSG110Graphic Design 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyInvolves a study of the fundamental principles ofgraphic design, including scale, dynamics,texture, colour, composition, third dimension,typography, image-making, concept and layout.Studio theory is studied during studio time andin regular additional seminars.Staff: Ms T AllenUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Employs set projects which increasingly enablestudents to apply and explore a wide range oftools and processes, including desktoppublishing, digital imaging and printing. Projectsmay include logo design, illustration,typography, image-making, posters, magazinedesign and the development of three-dimensionalsolutions to visual communication briefs. Studiotheory is studied during studio time and inadditional seminars.Staff: Ms T AllenUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 12 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSG110Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSG250Graphic Design 2A

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Is for students majoring in another area, butrequiring an understanding of applied graphicdesign as an adjunct to their major study. Theunit has the same broad objectives as FSG210 butinvolves less course work and correspondinglyreduced expectations.Staff: Ms T AllenUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSG110Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]


Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Gives students, who are assumed to be familiarwith tools and processes, a thoroughunderstanding of fundamental principles. Setprojects and actual briefs from industry are takenthrough to finished art and often into production,giving student portfolios a high level ofprofessionalism. Students are expected to findsuccessful solutions to set problems whileretaining their individuality. Studio theory isstudied during studio time and in regularadditional seminars.Staff: Ms T AllenUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 12 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSG210, or FSG250 (DN)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); professional practice/community project(20%), set projects examined at end of unit (80%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSG350Graphic Design 3A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Is for students majoring in another area, butrequiring a developed understanding of thepossible applications of Graphic Design, as anadjunct to their major study. The unit offers someflexibility as to direction, depending on thestudents’ areas of interest. Studio theory isstudied during studio time and in occasionaladditional seminars.Staff: Ms T AllenUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSG250 or FSG210Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); professional practice/community project(20%), set projects examined at end of unit (80%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSH110Photography 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyEmploys a series of demonstrations to teach theuse of the camera and basic skills of black-and-white photography. In the first semester, studentsare given assignments introducing specificaspects of the medium. In the second semester,they explore an individual project. Regular groupcritiques and individual consultation with thelecturer provide feedback and the exchange ofideas. Thematic slide lectures relate toassignments and give students exposure tohistorical and contemporary photographicimagery.Staff: Dr D Stephenson, Ms AL MacDonald, Ms R FrostUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/workshop/critique; 4 hrspractical weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSH210Photography 2

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Builds on students’ competency in black-and-white photography by giving instruction in theuse of medium and large format cameras, theZone System, and studio and flash lighting.Colour photography is introduced. Studentsexplore an individual project to produce acoherent group of work for their final portfolio.Studio theory is taught in a weekly slide lecturecovering the history of photography.Staff: Dr D Stephenson, Ms AL MacDonald, Dr R FrostUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/workshop/critique; 10hrs practical weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSH110.Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSH250Photography 2A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Has the same broad objectives as FSH210, exceptthat it is designed to provide students withtechnical and theoretical support in theirrespective major studies, particularly where thosestudies involve some use of photographic



processes.Staff: Dr D Stephenson, Ms AL MacDonaldUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/workshop/critique; 4 hrspractical weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSH110.Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSH310Photography 3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Requires students to design and develop anindividual project for the year. The project ismonitored through weekly group critiquesessions and individual consultation with thelecturers. Emphasis is placed on the innovativeexpression of ideas and techniques which use theformal and conceptual qualities of thephotographic medium. Students first present ashort proposal for their projects, then later in theyear, make a more formal presentation of theirwork, placing it in the context of historical andcontemporary practice. Additional studio theoryseminars are presented by lecturers on topicsincluding contemporary internationalphotography, critical writing on photography andprofessional practice. The development andpresentation of a group exhibition or publicationforms part of the program.Staff: Dr D Stephenson, Ms AL MacDonaldUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/workshop/critique; 10hrs practical weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSH210, or FSH250 (DN)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set projects examined at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSH350Photography 3A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Has the same broad objectives as FSH310, exceptthat it is designed to provide students withtechnical and theoretical support in theirrespective major studies, particularly where themajor involves some use of photographicprocesses.Staff: Dr D Stephenson and Ms AL MacDonaldUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/workshop/critique; 4 hrspractical weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSH210 or FSH250Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (not

assessed); set projects examined at end of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSP110Painting 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Students are set a series of broad open-endedprojects to allow them to focus on an individualdirection. In consultation with staff, students setthemselves a range of visual problems to solve,questioning the steps they take in arriving at asolution. Students are expected to: engage with20th-century art practice; develop their owncriticality about art; confront and ask questionsabout the act of painting itself; start to generateideas from which their work will evolve; developthese ideas into visual form and consider varioussolutions; experiment with various mediums andmaterials which may be relevant or appropriateto their particular enquiry.Staff: Mr P Zika (Coordinator)Unit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 1 hr lecture, 5 hrs practical weekly (26wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); all work attempted during the year –including preliminary notes and sketches, workingdrawings, completed works – examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSP210Painting 2

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Students are encouraged to pursue a theme oftheir own choosing with regular consultation andinput by the lecturers. Students are encouraged toexperiment as much as possible in the search forindividual solutions; this may lead them into anexploration of materials, media or forms whichmay not be traditionally associated with painting.Students select individual themes as a startingpoint for visual enquiry consider a range ofconcepts and issues associated with these themes;find visual solutions for their concepts; becomecompetent in the use of particular relevanttechniques and media; begin to articulate theirconcerns.Staff: Ms M ScottUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 10 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSP110.Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); all work attempted during the year –



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including preliminary notes and sketches, workingdrawings, completed works – examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSP250Painting 2A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Has the same broad objectives as FSP210.Staff: Ms M ScottUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 4 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSP110.Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); all work attempted during the year –including preliminary notes and sketches, workingdrawings, completed works – examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSP310Painting 3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Students are expected to pursue a theme of theirown choosing with a degree of sophistication.What visual form the final submission takes isdetermined by individual experimentation andresearch. Students should achieve distinctivevisual solutions; display an awareness ofpertinent current visual arts activity; articulatetheir concerns; complete a body of work whichemploys an intelligent use of particulartechniques and mediums; become acquaintedwith a variety of post-art school professionalcareer paths.Staff: Mr PD ZikaUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 10 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSP210, or FSP250 (DN)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); all work attempted during the year –including preliminary notes and sketches, workingdrawings, completed works – examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSP350Painting 3A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Has the same broad objectives as FSP310.Staff: Mr PD ZikaUnit weight: 25%

Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 4 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSP250 or FSP210Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); all work attempted during the year including– preliminary notes, sketches, working drawings aswell as a folio of completed works – are examined atend of unit (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSR110Printmaking 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyStudents learn the basic techniques ofprintmaking as a means of personal expression. Arange of traditional media are explored includingnon-toxic printmaking approaches. The unit isdivided into three sections over the twosemesters of study. Initially there is a period ofsettling in to the Print room environment and a‘coming to terms’ with the graphic image. As astarting point, issues dealing with ‘the portrait’are addressed both visually and theoretically.Students are then expected to select/develop atheme which will provide the basis for theirstudy of the various techniques. Progress invisual investigations and the realisation of atheme are major factors in the assessment of thestudents’ performance. Technical achievement isjudged against these and not as an end in itself.The work is monitored on a one-to-one basis andby group critiques. It is important for students toestablish a journal that will record theirinvestigations throughout the year and provide areference for staff in the review/assessmentprocess. Ideas, essays, source material andtechnical information should be included in thedocument.Studio theory addresses specific concerns relatedto the media investigated.Staff: Mr MA Milojevic, Mr RE ArnoldUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/tutorial, 4 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); folio of completed work; a journal (includingstudio theory paper); working proofs (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSR210Printmaking 2

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2In semester 1, students choose their visualapproach and media for the development of a



theme of their own choosing which is monitoredon a one-to-one basis and by group critiques. Thetheme is developed as a cohesive body of printsin book form. Staff present workshops in a rangeof printmaking media. In studio theory, staffpresent a visual and theoretical survey of 19thand 20th-century printmaking.In semester 2, students develop a theme of theirown choosing, using the media in which theyhave started to develop expertise. In studiotheory, students present seminars addressingissues relating to their own theme.Throughout the year workshops are conducteddealing in photographic processes, book bindingand other applications.Staff: Mr MA Milojevic, Mr RE ArnoldUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 10 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSR110Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); folio of completed work; a journal (includingstudio theory paper); working proofs (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSR250Printmaking 2A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Has the same broad objectives as FSR210, but theprojects and assessment recognise that less time isavailable.Staff: Mr MA Milojevic, Mr RE ArnoldUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 4 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSR110Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); folio of completed work; a journal (includingstudio theory paper); working proofs (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSR310Printmaking 3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Students develop a program in outline proposingthe direction they intend to take through the year,and then proceed to work with one or moremedia as appropriate. Studio theory: in semester1 – through a series of individual and groupdiscussions, students develop a proposedindividual program of work and attend seminarson a number of professional concerns of thepractising printmaker. In semester 2, studentspresent seminars addressing issues relating totheir own area of investigation.

Staff: Mr MA Milojevic, Mr RE ArnoldUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 10 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSR210, or FSR250 (DN)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); folio of completed work; a journal (includingstudio theory paper); working proofs (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSR350Printmaking 3A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Has the same broad objectives as FSR310, but thetime available for studio work is substantiallyless, and assessment expectations take this intoaccount. Students are encouraged to developthematic and technical relevance to their majorarea of study.Staff: Mr MA Milojevic, Mr RE ArnoldUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 2 hrs lecture/critique, 4 hrs practicalweekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSR250 or FSR210Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); folio of completed work; a journal (includingstudio theory paper); working proofs (100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSS110Sculpture 1

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyRequires students to work on set projectsdesigned as an introduction to three dimensionalproblem solving. They gain experience inworking with a diverse range of materials, andwhen they have completed the set projects theywork on self-initiated projects developing theirown ideas. Students are expected to: keep apersonal journal recording the development oftheir ideas and processes of working; develop acreative approach to solving problems in three-dimensional form; acquire the knowledge,confidence and technical skills required todevelop their ideas three-dimensionally; developa disciplined work practice; and become aware ofsafe work practices in the studio.Staff: Mr R Jenyns, and sessional staffUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); submitted work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]



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FSS210Sculpture 2

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Encourages students to work on self-initiatedprojects. Throughout the development of theirprojects, students discuss their ideas withlecturers. The skills and techniques introduced inthe first year are developed and consolidated andnew ones are introduced as needed. Students areexpected to: develop individual ideas in three-dimensional form; become increasinglycompetent in respect of chosen techniques andmaterials; and discuss critically their own andothers’ work.Staff: Mr R Jenyns, and sessional staffUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 12 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSS110.Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); submitted work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSS250Sculpture 2A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Requires students to develop self-initiatedprojects with specialist skills and techniquesbeing introduced as needed. Students areexpected to develop an ability to generate, followthrough and resolve their own ideas forsculpture; and develop further their competentuse of materials.Staff: Mr R Jenyns, and sessional staffUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSS110Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); submitted work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSS310Sculpture 3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Requires students to develop self-initiatedprojects to a high level of competence, and toassume a major role in studio theory discussion,with each student presenting a seminar paperduring the year. It is expected that students willdevelop: a professional level of sophistication inthe resolution and presentation of ideas; athorough comprehension of the language of

sculptural form; and skills of critical thinking inrelation to sculpture, particularly in relation totheir own work.Staff: Mr R Jenyns, and sessional staffUnit weight: 50%Teaching pattern: 12 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSS210, or FSS250 (DN)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); submitted work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSS350Sculpture 3A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Requires students, in consultation with studiolecturers, to pursue self-initiated projects, and todevelop their ideas to a high level. They areencouraged to carry ideas across from their Majorstudio study. It is expected that students will:demonstrate an ability to develop successfullyideas in sculptural form; develop a sophisticationin the presentation of their work; and develop acapacity for the critical examination of their ownideas and the work of others.Staff: Mr R Jenyns, and sessional staffUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 6 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Prereq: FSS250 or FSS210Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); submitted work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST101Introduction to Art and Design Theory

1AOffered: Hbt: sem 1Introduces students to the language used by artand design theorists in the analysis of visualculture. Some of the main terms to be discussedinclude the following: allegory; the sublime;formalism; the grotesque; public art; orientalism;primitivism; realism; classicism; the gaze;intentionalism and the frame. The unit providesstudents with a sound working knowledge of theconcepts informing discussion of the arts incontemporary culture. Each week the tutorialgroups discuss two visual images which relate tothe particular lecture topics. During the semester,students are expected to write five shortcommentaries for designated tutorials; thesecommentaries form the basis for discussion.Staff: Dr L Negrin, Assoc Prof JH Holmes, Ms M KundaUnit weight: 12.5%



Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Assess: 4x500-word papers (50%), 1,000-word paper(25%), end-of-sem slide test, attendance andparticipation (25%)Required: Atkins R, Artspeak: A Guide to ContemporaryIdeas, Movements and Buzzwords, Abbeville Press Publ,NY, 1990Atkins R, Artspoke: A Guide to Modern Ideas, Movementsand Buzzwords, Abbeville Press Publ, NY, 1993Recommend: Honour H & Fleming J, A World History ofArt, 5th edn, Lawrence King, Lond, 1999Barnet S, A Short Guide to Writing about Art, 7th edn,Longman, 2003Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [S3T] [R3T] [F3R]

FST102Introduction to Art and Design Theory

1BOffered: Hbt: sem 2Examines innovative and significant aspects of20th century art and design, focusing inparticular on the period of modernism fromabout 1880 to 1940. The unit concentrates onsome of the major terms which came intoprominence during this period including thefollowing: modernism; abstraction, kitsch;functionalism; feminism; constructivism;futurism; collage; parody; surrealism andexpressionism. Each week, the tutorial groupsdiscuss and analyse a manifesto, review or articlewritten by a modernist artist, critic or theoristwhich relates to the particular lecture topics.Staff: Dr L Negrin, Assoc Prof JH Holmes, Ms M KundaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FST101Assess: 750-word paper (20%), 1,000-word paper (25%),1,250-word paper (30%), end-of-sem slide test,attendance and participation (25%)Required: Atkins R, Artspeak: A Guide to ContemporaryIdeas, Movements and Buzzwords, Abbeville Press Publ,NY, 1990Atkins R, Artspoke: A Guide to Modern Ideas, Movementsand Buzzwords, Abbeville Press Publ, NY, 1993Recommend: Barnet S, A Short Guide to Writing about Art,7th edn, Longman, 2003Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [S3T] [R3T] [F3R]

FST200/300Art and Design Theory 2/3

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: compulsory unit for students enrolled

in Bachelor of Fine ArtsIs the core year-2 or year-3 unit, which explores arange of theoretical issues confronting visualartists and designers in late modernism (1940-1970 approx) and investigates the relationshipbetween artistic theory and practice. Some of thetheorists covered include Jean-Paul Sartre,Clement Greenberg, Walter Benjamin, TheodorAdorno, Susan Sontag, Lawrence Alloway,Roland Barthes, Penny Sparke, Linda Nochlin,George Bataille, Laura Mulvey, Michael Fried andLeo Steinberg. Tutorial papers and discussionsfocus on the way in which many of the theoreticalideas under investigation were manifested inworks of visual art and design. Students canexpect to study a number of the significant latemodern art and design movements as well as thework of a wide range of individual practitioners.Staff: Assoc Prof JH Holmes, Dr L Negrin, Ms M KundaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FST101, FST102Assess: 2,500-word essay (60%), 500-word annotatedbibliography (10%), tutorial presentation andparticipation with associated 1,500-word tutorial paper(30%)Required: Harrison C & Wood P (eds), Art in Theory,1900–1990: an anthology of changing ideas, Blackwell, Oxf,1992.Recommend: Frascina F & Harris J (eds), Art in ModernCulture: An Anthology of Critical Texts, Phaidon, Lond,1992Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T] [F3R]

FST201/301Australian Art of the 1970s, 1980s and

1990sOffered: Hbt: sem 1Covers certain key survey exhibitions of theperiod, beginning with The Field in 1968 andincluding others such as the Sydney Biennale,Perspecta and a range of exhibitions of Australianart shown overseas. All visual arts disciplines arestudied using much contemporary sourcematerial, including exhibition catalogues, recentjournal articles and newspaper clippings. A studybooklet with extensive topic bibliographies isprovided at the beginning of the semester.Staff: Assoc Prof JH HolmesUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Prereq: 25% level 100 Art TheoryAssess: 2,500-word essay (60%), 100-word exhibition



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proposal (10%), take-home exam requiring thecompletion of 2 x 1,000-word papers (30%)Required: Taylor P (ed), Anything Goes: Art in Australia,1970–1980, Art & Text, Sth Yarra, 1984Butler R, What is Appropriation? An Anthology of CriticalWritings on Australian Art in the 80s and 90s, Power Pubsand IMA, Syd, 1996Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST203/303Postmodernism and Visual Culture

Offered: Hbt: sem 1In the last few decades there has beenwidespread questioning of the conception andideals of art which underlay the modernistproject in the first half of the 20th century. Thischallenge has led to a search for new culturalforms which transcend the boundaries betweenhigh art and mass culture and to a criticalexamination of the role of the arts and the artistin modern society. This unit examines the keyissues facing artists and critics in the postmodernera. Topics covered include: the death of theauthor; postmodern pastiche; critiques of themuseum as an institution, and, thecommodification of art.Staff: Dr L NegrinUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Prereq: 25% level 100 Art TheoryAssess: 2,500-word essay (60%), tutorial presentationwith associated 2,000-word tutorial paper (40%)Required: Heartney E, Postmodernism, Tate, 2001Recommend: Wallis B (ed), Art After Modernism, NewMuseum of Contemporary Art, NY, 1988Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST205/305Picturing the Wilderness

Offered: Hbt: summer-schSpecial note: offered as a summer school unit onlyLooks at the history and theory of landscape artwith particular emphasis being given to the waysin which artists have worked with wildernessand natural environment themes. While it will behistorical in nature the unit will also offerstudents the opportunity to consider the role ofthe visual arts in current environmental debates.Staff: Assoc Prof JH Holmes (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: introductory 2-hr seminar + 3x1-hrlectures and 3x1-hr tutorials weekly (4 wks)

Prereq: 25% level 100 Art TheoryAssess: 2,500-word essay (60%), 500-word annotatedbibliography (10%), take-home exam requiringcompletion of 2 x 1,000-word papers (30%)Required: Mitchell WJT (ed), Landscape and Power, UnivChicago Press, Chicago, 1994Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T] [S3T]

FST206/306Contemporary Craft and Design

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Looks at ideas and influences which have shapedcraft and design practice in the post-war period.Topics include the emergence of the craftsmovement in Australia; regionalism versusinternationalism in Australian craft and design;the role of design in manufacturing and in themedia; ornament and the feminine; re-evaluationof the ‘female’ crafts; humour in design; newmaterials in design; virtual reality and design.Staff: Assoc Prof JH Holmes, Dr L Negrin, Ms M Kundaand part-time staffUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Prereq: 25% level 100 Art TheoryAssess: 2,500-word essay (60%), 500-word annotatedbibliography (10%), tutorial presentation withassociated 1,500-word tutorial paper (30%)Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST207/307Fashioning the Body

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: may be taken as a Gender Studies unit;offered in odd-numbered yearsThe unit focuses on the body as a site of culturaltransformation, investigating the various ways inwhich the body has been moulded and adornedin accordance with culturally defined ideals. Itcovers such topics as facial decoration,hairstyling, tattooing, scarification, the slenderbody, the muscular body, cosmetic surgery, andmale and female dress.Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST211/311Surrealist Art Between the Wars

Offered: not offered in 2004Special note: offered in odd-numbered yearsThe Surrealist Movement had a profound impactin the second quarter of the 20th century. One



author has described the movement as a‘universally intelligible plea for the revival of theimagination based upon the unconscious asrevealed by psychoanalysis, together with a newemphasis on magic, accident, irrationality,symbols and dreams’. The unit looks at the largenumber of literary and theoretical documentsassociated with Surrealism as well as analysingSurrealism’s direct impact in the various visualarts. Although there is an emphasis upon mediasuch as painting, photography, sculpture, filmand drawing, there is also an extensive coverageof the other graphic arts, design and fashion.Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST213/313Contemporary Art of the Asia-Pacific

RegionOffered: Hbt: sem 2Introduces students to the diversity and culturalsignificance of the visual arts in the Asia-Pacificregion during the past two decades. In particularthe unit focuses on the critical debate which hasemerged in association with survey exhibitionssuch as the Asia-Pacific Triennial ofContemporary Art (Brisbane) and others inSouth-East Asia, Japan, China and the Indiansub-continent. Topics, such as art and politics, artof the diaspora, and globalisation and nationalidentity, are considered. Through illustratedlectures and materials, students can expect to beintroduced to the art and ideas of a large numberof contemporary artists working within theregion.Staff: Assoc Prof JH HolmesUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Prereq: 25% level 100 Art TheoryAssess: 2,500-word essay (60%), 100-word exhibitionproposal (10%), take-home exam requiring completionof 2 x 1,000-word papers (30%)Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST214/314Imaging the Body

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: may be taken as a Gender Studies unit;offered in even-numbered yearsAnalyses the various ways in which the body hasbeen depicted in Western visual culture,examining the changing social and culturalmeanings which have been invested in the body

both in past and in contemporary imagery. Theunit covers such topics as: the portrait; the femaleand male nude; non-Western bodies; themechanical body; the medicalised body; the bodyas political symbol and the sacred body.Staff: Dr L NegrinUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Prereq: 25% level 100 Art Theory or equivAssess: 2,500-word essay (60%), tutorial presentationwith associated 2,000-word tutorial paper (40%)Recommend: Adler K & Pointon M (eds), The BodyImaged: The Human Form and Visual Culture Since theRenaissance, CUP, 1993Mirzoeff N, Bodyscape: Art, Modernity and the IdealFigure, Routledge, 1995.Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart), GenderStudiesCourses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST215/315Electronic Media and the Visual Arts

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: offered in even-numbered yearsExamines the place of art and design in atechnological world. The unit traces the culturaland aesthetic effects of recent developments inmass communications (the internet, the worldwide web, digital imaging), and examines theimpact of new media on image making,performance work, video and installation, designand graphics and exhibition practices.Staff: Ms M KundaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr Art Forum, 1-hrtutorial weekly (13 wks)Prereq: 25% level 100 Art TheoryAssess: 2,500-word essay (60%), 500-word annotatedbibliography (10%), tutorial presentation withassociated 1,500-word tutorial paper (30%)Recommend: Rush M, New Media in Late 20th Century Art,Thames & Hudson, Lond, 1999Manovich L, The Language of New Media, MIT Press,Camb MA, 2001Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST216/316Professional Practice (Writing Skills)

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Communication skills underpin professionalvisual arts practice in curating and promotingexhibitions, seeking project grants andsponsorship, and in criticism and reviews.Through gallery visits and practical exercises, the



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unit familiarises students with professionalopportunities and available resources for visualarts, and how these can be used in projectdevelopment. Writing skills are honed throughgroup activities in a workshop environment, withan emphasis on planning, analysis and revisionin developing project concepts and in the writingprocess.Staff: Ms M KundaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 2-hr seminar, 1-hr Art Forum weekly(13 wks)Prereq: 25% level 100 Art TheoryAssess: 500-word review (20%), 500-word exhibitionproposal (20%), 2,500-word catalogue essay (35%),workbook (25%)Recommend: Barnet S, A Short Guide to Writing about Art,7th edn, Longman, 2003Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FST217/317Professional Practice (Business Skills)

Offered: Hbt: sem 2Professional Practice is the term accepted withinvisual arts to describe the broad range of‘ancillary’ skills, concepts and practices thatcomplement an artist or designer’s professionalcreative practice. These include: aspects of smallbusiness management – administration andbookkeeping, etc; (visual, craft and design) artsadministration, systems and infrastructure;public and private funding and sponsorship;marketing and promotion; taxation especiallyGST and FBT; introduction to industrial relations;public and private gallery operations; and arange of other related issues.Staff: Prof N FrankhamUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 1-hr lecture, 1-hr tutorial, 1-hr ArtForum weekly (13 wks)Prereq: 50% level 200 BFA and 25% Art Theory level 200Assess: 2,000-word essay (50%), seminar presentationand associated 1,000-word paper (25%), workbook(25%)Majors: Art and Design Theory (Hobart)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSW150Woodskills 1A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1 & 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyDevelops both the hand and machine skills whichenable students to work competently with woodand related furniture-making materials. The unit

covers the use of basic tools and cabinetmakingconstruction techniques, and introduces woodtechnology. While it is not a formal corequisite,Woodskills is a complement to Furniture Design(see FSF units). Within the context of practicalprojects, students learn to identify Tasmaniantimber species (common names), and areinstructed in: (a) timber conversion, seasoningand finishing; (b) correct methods ofwoodmachining (including the use of wood-turning lathes); (c) the use and maintenance ofhand-tools; (d) the development of skills inrelation to joinery and common cabinetmakingwood joints – how to identify, set-out, apply andexecute them; (e) the cultivation of a qualitystandard of workmanship; and (f) tasks whichdevelop an appreciation of wood and woodproducts (veneer, plywood, etc).Staff: tbaUnit weight: 25%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs workshop weekly (26 wks)Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set project work examined at end of unit(100%)Required: Walton JA, Woodwork in Theory and Practice, 6thedn, Random House, Canberra, 1993.Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSW250Woodskills 2A

Offered: Hbt: sem 1Builds on FSW150 by introducing more complexaspects of cabinetmaking, including moresophisticated machine processes, safetyprocedures and spray-finishing techniques.Students develop expertise in the areas of slicedand sawn veneer, compound curves, vacuumpressing, laminations – sliced, sawn, taperedand/or steamed, and finishing techniques.Staff: Mr KW PerkinsUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 hrs workshop weekly (13 wks)Prereq: FSW150Assess: mid-year review of work in progress (notassessed); set project work examined at end of unit(100%)Courses: [F3E] [R3T]

FSZ250/350Art, Natural Environment and

TechnologyOffered: Hbt: sem 2Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyAn experiential program which looks at ourrelationship with the landscape of Tasmania in



particular and our relationship withenvironmental issues in general. The unit is aboutencounters. The student encounters new placesand, in turn, studies the encounters of Europeanswith the landscape and aboriginal culture. Theunit is offered as a semester-long unit whichincludes three field trips of four days each, andassociated lectures and tutorials.Staff: tbaUnit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3 field trips; associated lectures andtutorials (13 wks)Prereq: (S3T: 25% from Schedule B)Assess: major essay and practical project (100%)Majors: Natural Environment and Wilderness StudiesCourses: [F3E] [R3A] [R3T] [S3T]

FSZ251/351Art, Natural Environment and

WildernessOffered: Hbt: sem 1Special note: enrolment restrictions may applyA program of field trips and lectures surveyingideas about art and nature with a focus on thelandscape of Western Tasmania. Through thisexperiential program students look at definitionsand links between the concepts of art and nature.The unit has two ambitions in terms of studentresponse. The first is a research project that isexpressed through an interpretation format andthe second in a more expressive piece developedthrough the student’s major study.Staff: R Arnold (Coordinator)Unit weight: 12.5%Teaching pattern: 3x4-day field trips; weekly tutorials (13wks)Prereq: (S3T: 25% from Schedule B)Assess: journal, research/interpretation project; practicalpaper (100%)Majors: Natural Environment and Wilderness StudiesCourses: [F3E] [R3A] [R3T] [S3T] [R3T]

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· Faculty of Arts (Visual and Performing Arts) – C-171 On how to interpret unit details, see page A-5, to follow the trail of a unit or of a course code, see page A-10. F Units