Course Title: Analyse influences on textile design and construction

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2024

Course Code: GRAP6374C

Course Title: Analyse influences on textile design and construction

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4434 - Certificate IV in Textile Design and Technology

Course Contact: Betty Kanzurovski

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9232

Course Contact Email: betty.kanzurovski@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 100

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

Nil

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research and analyse historical and contemporary influences on textile designs, products and production processes. This unit relates to textiles other than garments.

This unit applies to individuals working in textile design and construction roles.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSTAT4005 Analyse influences on textile design and construction

Element:

1. Source information on textile designs and products

Performance Criteria:


1.1 Identify possible sources of information on textile designs and products and determine means of accessing information

1.2 Select and use research techniques to access information

1.3 Assess information for reliability to inform design processes

Element:

2. Analyse key influences on textile design and construction

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify key past influences on textile design and construction from analysis of information

2.2 Identify contemporary influences on textile design and construction from research

2.3 Analyse changes to production processes and the effects of new and emerging technologies on textile design and construction

Element:

3. Analyse influences on future directions in textiles

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Identify new or emerging textiles and examine features, benefits and likely uses

3.2 Analyse trends and influences to identify possible changes in textile production and demand

3.3 Determine the nature and scope of influences on practice in area of own work


Learning Outcomes


Refer to Elements/Performance Criteria


Details of Learning Activities

The learning mode for this course is face-to-face.  The course is delivered on the Brunswick Campus in a studio.
In this course, you will participate in the following learning activities:

- Presentations

- Demonstrations

- Supervised studio time

- Peer and teacher feedback


Teaching Schedule

Session/week  Key topics  Due dates 
Session 1 

 

Introduction 

Introduction to the course 

Introduction to design research 

Introduction to the design process 

Introduction to the first design breif 

Drawing exercise 

       

  

Session 2  Inspiration - 

Brainstorming 

Generating imagery 

Preliminary sketches 

Motif development 

Colour theory

       

  

Session 3  Motifs  - 

Motif generation 

Design elements and principles 

Assessment 1 due 
Session 4  Croquis 1 Translating motifs into croquis   
Session 5  Croquis 2 

Applying colour to croquis 

Colour matching 

Implying repeat systems 

 
Session 6  Repeat 

Learning about repeat systems 

Sharing design work with the group for feedback 

 
Session 7  Storyboards Simulating textile designs onto objects through illustration   
Session 8  Finalising a project Last week to finish AT2 and incorporate any feedback   
Session 9  Design Briefs 

Research and discussion about AT3’s design brief 

Brainstorming 

Preliminary sketches 

Assessment 2 due 
Session 10  Motifs 

Motif development 

Variations on motifs 

Planning for complexity 

 
Session 11  Textile Design Categories Presentation and discussion around different types of textile designs and cohesion within a collection  
Session 12  Croquis for a Collection Generating and colouring croquis efficiently   
Session 13  Swiss Repeats Translating hero design into repeat using the Swiss method    
Session 14  Storyboarding a Collection 

Tips and ideas for storyboarding a collection 

Sharing design work with the group for feedback 

 
Session 15  Supervised Studio Time Guided studio time to complete all assigned work  Assessment 3 due 
Session 16  Feedback and Resubmission    

 

*Please note: This planner is a guide only and may be subject to change 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:


The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub

The learning Lab
https://learninglab.rmit.edu.au/#gsc.tab=0


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 the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.


Assessment Tasks

This unit of competency is clustered for assessment with MSTAT4005 Analyse influences on textile design and construction

This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all the assessment to a satisfactory standard.

 

Assessment Task 1: Research to Guide Design Due Week 3

This assessment will allow students to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in design research, and locating and analysing information about textile design and construction processes 

  

Assessment Task 2: Design in Response to Research  Due Week 9

This assessment will allow students to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to design in response to a design brief, using the research gathered in Assessment Task 2, as well as their own visual and trend research. Students will integrate design processes and colour theory to produce a professionally painted textile design. 

  

Assessment Task 3: Textile Design Collection  Due Week 15

This assessment will allow students to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to apply the textile design process to complete a cohesive range of textile designs in response to a design brief. Students will focus on colour theory, cohesion, design processes, and incorporating feedback. 

You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

Competency is achieved only if competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period. Students are advised that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to confirm aspects of competency not evidenced in class or through assessments.

Results for this course are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability, it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions, which are available for review online:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.   These matrices are available through Program Administration if required.

Other Information

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

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 the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Assessment Feedback: 

You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work.  Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

Student Progress:

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress

 

Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):

If you cannot complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/adjustments-to-assessment

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-results/academic-integrity

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.

Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC 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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