Module Details
Module Code: |
MEDI C4G01 |
Module Title:
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Sustainable Filmmaking
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Title:
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Sustainable Filmmaking
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eoin Homan
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Module Author:: |
Yvonne Finn
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Module Description: |
The aims of the subject are: 1. To provide an understanding of the benefits and integration of sustainable building practices, circular economy theory, waste management and waste reduction methods in relation to the construction needs of the film industry. 2. Demonstrate knowledge of mitigation methods to limit environmental impact to existing natural environments, local amenities and eco systems whilst filming on location. 3. To examine general sustainable strategies throughout the whole lifespan of the filmmaking project. 4. To examine and apply sustainable certification methods for the film industry, e.g., GREEN FILM Certification and Albert Sustainable Production Certification.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate knowledge of the environmental impact of constructing a film set and how these can be offset by applying circular economy theory and waste reduction management techniques. |
LO2 |
Demonstrate knowledge of mitigation methods to limit environmental impact to existing natural environments, local amenities and eco systems whilst filming on location. |
LO3 |
Demonstrate knowledge of general sustainable strategies throughout the whole lifespan of a filmmaking project. |
LO4 |
Demonstrate knowledge relating to how the Film and TV Industry is Working Towards Sustainability using virtual production methods. |
LO5 |
Demonstrate the ability to apply sustainable certification methods for the film industry. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Sustainable Buildings
(a) Energy efficient buildings (b) Renewables
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Whole life cycle analysis
(a) whole life cycle analysis (b) life cycle costing (c) circular economy theory (d) Urban mining (b) Reuse of construction materials, sets, props, rigging/harnessing equipment, etc.
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Waste Management
(a) waste product types and categories (b) ISO 14001 Environmental management systems (c) waste management methods
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Mitigating environmental impacts of location filming
(a) Potential environmental impact to existing natural environments, local amenities and eco systems whilst filming on location (b) Reducing potential risks (c) Mitigation requirements and habitat restoration following filming
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General sustainable strategies for a film set
(a) Sustainable materials for set construction, scenery and general paper usage, e.g., scripts, daily work schedules, etc. (b) Electrical power and lighting (c) Transportation to and from accommodation (d) Sustainable facilities (e) Catering
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Sustainable certification methods for the film industry
(a) Sustainable certification methods for the film industry, e.g. GREEN FILM certification and Albert Sustainable Production Certification (albert Consortium led by BAFTA, UK) (b) Other sustainable certification, e.g. BREEAM and LEED (c) Completing a certification project.
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Virtual production and sustainable filming
(a) Virtual production explained (b) Virtual production software and methodology (c) How virtual production is making the film industry more sustainable
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
Project | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
4.00 |
48 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Project |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Green Screen Interreg Europe. Sign Posting to Green Best Practice in Audiovisual Production.
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Niko Roorda. (2020), Fundamentals of Sustainable Development, 3rd. Routledge, [ISBN: 0367511193].
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Naeem Sadiq,Asif Hayat Khan. (2019), ISO 14001 Step by Step, Itgp, p.126, [ISBN: 1787780325].
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Boussabaine H, Kirkham T. (2004), Whole Life-cycle Costing: Risk and Risk Responses, 1st. John Wiley & Sons, [ISBN: 1405107863].
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(2020), Green matters Environmental sustainability and film production: an overview of current practice, Bigger Picture Research.
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CIOB. (2002), Code of Practice for Project Management for Construction and Development, 3rd Edition. Blackwell.
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S. Keoki Sears, Glenn A. Sears, Richard H. Clough. (2008), Construction Project Management: A Practical Guide to Field Construction Management., 5th edition. Wiley.
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Dassault systemes. (2018), SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING A GUIDE TO TRANSFORMATION.
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Other Resources |
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GREEN FILM certification. 2021,
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Kyle Raymond Fitzpatrick. (2019), Vice,
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Environmental Protection Agency.
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