Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: GRAP6359C
Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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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: City Campus
Program: C5381 - Diploma of Visual Merchandising
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4759
Course Contact Email: jenny.crowley@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Sue Robinson
Mon - Thur available at RMIT
Please email me for an appointment
Nominal Hours: 65
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 required.
Course Description
In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge required to source information on design history and theory, and to apply that information to your design work.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
Element: |
1. Collect information on design history and theory |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on design history and theory 1.2 Organise research material and findings for current or future use in design practice, facilitating easy access and cross‑referencing |
Element: |
2. Apply information to own area of work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate information in the context of current design practice 2.2 Assess which aspects of information on design history and theory could be used or adapted to inform current practice 2.3 Use relevant information in a culturally appropriate way to develop an understanding of own area of work |
Element: |
3. Update and maintain knowledge of design trends |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of design trends and developments 3.2 Incorporate and integrate knowledge into design activities |
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.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place face to face and online. Across the semester we may also visit exhibitions as part of our studies.
Refer to your Course schedule and Canvas shells for specific information on how each of your courses is delivered this semester.
You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Reference mode of delivery for this course is a blended approach.
Virtual In-class activities will include:
- Tutorials and project-based work
- Group discussion
- Teacher directed activities/projects
- Class presentations
Out of class activities will include:
- Online investigation
- Independent project based work
- Gallery/Exhibition visits
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topic |
Assessment Submissions |
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Week 1
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Introduction
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Week 2
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Applying Research – Medieval/Gothic
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Week 3
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Research + Referencing
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Submission of WIP activity |
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Week 4
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Gallery Visits
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Week 5
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Applying Research - Trends
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Week 6
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Applying Research - Street Art
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Week 7
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Excursion TBC |
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Week 8
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Applying Research – Art Deco
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Submit AT1 |
Week 9 |
Applying Research – Surrealism
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Semester Break |
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Week 10
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Applying Research – Modernism
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Week 11
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Public Holiday - Anzac Day
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Week 12
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Applying Research - Art Deco
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Week 13
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Applying Research - Bollywood
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Week 14
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Assessment Task 2 - Individual Progress Check
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Week 15
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Assessment Task 2 – Design Presentations
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Week 16
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Finalise submission for AT2 |
Submit AT2 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources for Visual Merchandising students.
The library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies
http://www.rmit.edu.au/libguides.com/visualmerchandising
The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject speacialist help via your Liaison Librarian
http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/study/referencing
Study and Learning Support
Would you like to get better at studying, writing or researching for your assignments?
the Library has everything you need to develop your academic skills, improve your marks and save time.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
References
The recommended reference for this course is the Harvard style
https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/study/referencing/referencing-guides-for-printing
Rule:
Author's Last name, First name. Year. Title of Book: Subtitle of Book. Place of Publication: Publisher's Name.
Example:
Webb, Jela. 2008. Strategic Information Management: A Practitioner's Guide. Oxford: Chandos.
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.
Assessment tasks include a research project and presentation.
The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
This course has 2 assessment tasks
AT1 - Art and Design Research - due week 8
AT2 - Design Presentation to Peers - (presented week 15) due week 16
Compulsory WIP (Work in Progress)
Throughout this course there are associated learning activities or exercises that are compulsory.
They will be identified as a Compulsory WIP.
These exercises/activities must be completed in a timely manner as indicated in the weekly schedule to allow you to build knowledge and progress to the formal assessment.
Even if you complete and pass the formal assessment, if you haven’t completed the WIP you are unable to pass this course overall.
Note:
Full briefs, assessment details and rubrics for each task are available on canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did Not Submit for Assessment
SEC: Stopped engagement in course
WDR: Withdrawn from course
Assessment / Late Submission
All work for Assessable Tasks is required to be submitted on the due date and time as outlined in the Assessment Briefs. Exception to this is where an approved ELS plan, an application for Special Consideration for an approved Extension of Time is in place, submitted before the tasks due date with appropriate documentation.
Special Consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level.
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension of time for your assessable work.
Please see following access for the details on applying for extension of time to assessments;
Special consideration
Application for extension of time;
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Assessment Matrix
An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency is available from the course contact person (stated above).
Other Information
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production.It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to be successful in this course.
Canvas
Use Canvas to access your course content and announcements, submit assignments, and receive your grades and feedback;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/canvas
Students 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.
The following link is an outline and ways that you will receive your feedback at RMIT;
Student Progress Monitoring
Academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Please see the following access to the Student progress policy webpage
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentilas/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Submitting Assessment onto Canvas
Here is a guide to submitting assessments on Canvas;
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity.
Please see following access for more information on Academic Integrity at RMIT
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
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