SL1S101 - StageCraft and Working Professionally 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | SL1S101 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | StageCraft and Working Professionally | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Music and Drama | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Music | ||
| Module Leader: | Lucy Squire | ||
| Module Team: | Rob Locke, Philip Hughes, Ian Williams | ||
| First Intended Intake: | APR 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | 2028 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100703 - stage management | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2029 |
Module Aims
This module aims to introduce students to the basic skillset required to be successful within the events industry as a technician.
The module introduces correct and safe ways of working, ensuring all future learning throughout is conducted in-line with the correct ‘safety first’ mindset, and to encourage the questioning of practises.
To gain knowledge and understanding of overarching legislation and regulations that affect the live events industry, including knowledge of working rights and welfare.
To introduce technical terminology used within theatre environments.
Content Summary
Working at height; an introduction to the safe use of ladders, access towers and discussion of other working at height options.
Personal Protective Equipment; its purpose, role in the risk hierarchy, options and provision.
Legislation and liability; its roles and which insurances and legislation students need awareness of, including but not limited to: Personal Liability Insurance, Provisional and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations, Noise at Work Regulations.
Risk Assessment and Method Statements, how to conduct them, their purpose and need.
Welfare on site, including the University; knowledge of working rights and welfare rights.
Rigging Terminology and kit introductions, focusing on theatrical style rigging.
Electrical Terminology and kit introductions, focussing on small temporary electrical systems.
This module contains a six-week immersive learning element.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 10 |
| Seminar | 12 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 12 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 84 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 2 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures and legislation used in the events industry. |
| LO2 | Understand the processes involved in freelancing as an early career technician and demonstrate production of relevant documentation. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | Risk Assessing a Task Creating RAMS documentation from a practical guided session. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Online Assessment (Exam) | Online Open Book Examination (Not Proctored) 1 | Online Test An online test of knowledge gained throughout the module. | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Online Open Book Examination (Not Proctored) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |