Course Title: Research and apply techniques in spatial design
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5381 Diploma of Visual Merchandising
Course Title: Research and apply techniques in spatial design
Portfolio: Vocational Education
Nominal Hours: 50
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Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
GRAP5413C |
City Campus |
TAFE |
515T Creative Industries |
Face-to-Face or Internet |
Term1 2022, Term2 2022, Term1 2023, Term2 2023 |
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4759
Course Contact Email: jenny.crowley@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test and apply techniques for the production of models or maquettes for spatial designs. It involves planning resources required to meet the design brief, testing different approaches based on research and developing prototypes of products that meet brief requirements.
It applies to individuals who generate ideas and solutions for the layout of spaces. Spatial design solutions are required for exhibitions, fit-outs for exterior spaces or environments, and fit-outs for building foyers and offices, special events and theatre sets.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADES423 Research and apply techniques in spatial design |
Elements: |
1. Plan and organise requirements 2. Test design approaches 3. Make spatial design models |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills.
Please note: All Assessment tasks need to be completed before competency is achieved. A number of tasks will be formative to show your progress and development of skills and knowledge throughout the semester. The final task will be summative to provide a level of performance in addition to your competency.
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