Course Title: Generate design solutions
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: GRAP5416C
Course Title: Generate design solutions
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.
Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4414 - Certificate IV in Design
Course Contact: Robin Blood
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4683
Course Contact Email: robin.blood@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
James Fong
Nominal Hours: 70
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to generate design solutions in response to a particular design need.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADES411 Generate design solutions |
Element: |
1 Define the design challenge |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Determine and evaluate stakeholder needs 1.2 Clarify specifications, parameters and constraints of the design challenge in consultation with required personnel 1.3 Articulate essence of the design challenge in a format that meets stakeholder requirements |
Element: |
2 Undertake research to inform the design solution |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Source and evaluate information that may assist in responding to the design challenge 2.2 Determine historical, current and future perspectives and trends that might inform design solutions 2.3 Identify applicable social, economic, environmental, ethical and cultural issues that may impact design solutions 2.4 Analyse, distil and collate information to inform the development of the design solution |
Element: |
3 Communicate and collaborate with others |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Establish and develop working relationships with required personnel 3.2 Seek and integrate input and ideas from others during design process 3.3 Inform key stakeholders about progress of the design and related implications 3.4 Negotiate and agree on any changed requirements or modifications |
Element: |
4 Generate ideas and responses to the design challenge |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Examine and integrate ideas generated from research and consultation 4.2 Generate different options and ideas using creative thinking techniques |
Element: |
5 Select a design solution |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Evaluate different options and ideas using developed criteria 5.2 Select a solution based on agreed criteria and in consultation with required personnel 5.3 Adjust and refine proposed design solution based on research, testing and reflection 5.4 Present proposed design solution with applicable supporting documentation according to project requirements |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a studio and computer laboratory using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study. In-class activities will include:
- class exercises
- tutorials
- practical demonstrations
- workshops
- group discussion
- review and revision
- peer learning
- peer teaching and class presentations
- teacher directed group activities/projects
- workshopping of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of class activities may include:
- independent research
- independent project based work
- studio practice
- online tutorials and activities
- review and revision
Teaching Schedule
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and resources.
There will be a number of prescribed tasks and projects (see Assessment Tasks below).
This course will be delivered in the same weekly session as GRAP5418 - Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms - CUADES303. The following timeline contains activities for both courses
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
| Week 1 | 4/7/2022 | Introduction to the course |
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| Week 2 | 11/7/2022 |
Discussion about research Primary Research vs Secondary Research Research Template discussion |
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| Week 3 | 18/7/2022 |
Discussion about research
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| Week 4 | 25/7/2022 |
Discussion about research Discussion about AT 2 - Visualisation |
Assessment Task 1 - Research Submission |
| Week 5 | 1/8/2022 | Discussion about Visualisation | |
| Week 6 | 8/8/2022 | Discussion about Visualisation | |
| Week 7 | 15/8/2022 | Discussion about Visualisation | |
| Week 8 | 22/8/2022 |
Discussion about Visualisation Discussion about Prototyping |
Assessment Task 2 - Visualisation submission |
| Midsemester break - No Class between (29/8/2022 - 2/09/2022) | |||
| Week 9 | 5/9/2022 | Discussion about Prototyping | |
| Week 10 | 12/9/2022 | Discussion about Prototyping | |
| Week 11 | 19/9/2022 | Discussion about Prototyping |
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| Week 12 | 26/9/2022 | Discussion about Prototyping | |
| Week 13 | 3/10/2022 | Discussion about Prototyping | |
| Week 14 | 10/10/2022 |
Discussion about Prototyping Discussion about Product Delivery |
Assessment Task 3 - Prototyping |
| Week 15 | 17/10/2022 | Discussion about Product Delivery | |
| Week 16 | 24/10/2022 | Discussion about Product Delivery | |
| Week 17 | 31/10/2022 | Class Consultation |
Assessment Task 4 - Product Delivery |
| Week 18 | 7/11/2022 | No Class, consultation only |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at the Learning Hub at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information. A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year.
You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library resources.
Amongst the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access Lynda.com for online tutorials and lessons. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning. The University Library has extensive resources for Design students.
The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies: http://rmit.libguides.com/graphicartanddesign
The Library provides guides on academic referencing: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing
and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/librarians/dsc
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS
Assessment Tasks
This course has 4 assessment tasks. You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard through the completion of all coursework to achieve competency. Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both. The exercises are relevant to aspects of the project briefs and the design industry in general.
Overview of Assessment -
The assessment tasks will be as follows:
AT1 - Research
AT2 - Idea Visualisation
AT3 - Prototyping
AT4 - Product Delivery
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
At the completion of the course you will be assessed for competency.
Competency-based assessment is as follows:
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Feedback - You will receive verbal and written feedback by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student feedback at RMIT
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (e.g. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
On Time Submission and Impact of Late Submission
On time submission is an important factor in your assessment. Employability skills are embedded in all courses and these include Planning & Organising and Self-management. For this reason, late work impacts on your competency assessment.
Submissions that are assessed as Not Satisfactory can be re-submitted once and this is only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Submissions
When submitting work for assessment you are required to complete a declaration of authorship. This must be done for every summative assessment task. This statement acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. For non-digital submission use the printed form provided. For digital online submission please use e Submission process.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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