Course Title: Research and apply techniques in product design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2019
Course Code: GRAP6361C
Course Title: Research and apply techniques in product design
School: 320T Architecture & Urban Design
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5382 - Diploma of Product Design
Course Contact: Robin Blood
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819
Course Contact Email: robin.blood@rmit.edu.au
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Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and apply techniques for the design of products. It involves interpreting work briefs, organising resources, testing ideas, and refining approaches to a range of design challenges. The unit covers the design process to the point of producing prototypes of products.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADES402 Research and apply techniques in product design |
Element: |
1. Plan and organise requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Interpret design briefs in consultation with clients or colleagues 1.2 Research financial, physical and human resources required for developing design concept to prototype stage 1.3 Investigate environmental, ethical and technical factors that impact on selection and use of resources 1.4 Select and prepare resources based on research into designs and approaches used for similar objects, and relevant standards or legislative requirements |
Element: |
2. Test design approaches |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Produce preliminary visuals 2.2 Experiment with range of techniques and processes to test design approaches 2.3 Evaluate, challenge and refine testing processes 2.4 Critique own work and seek feedback as required 2.5 Document outcomes of testing 2.6 Select final design approach based on outcomes of testing and input from others |
Element: |
3. Make prototypes of products |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Scope work and determine requirements for object fabrication 3.2 Select and organise materials, tools and equipment for fabrication according to design approach 3.3 Make prototype or sample consistent with design concepts and briefs 3.4 Respond to feedback and refine work as required 3.5 Present prototypes within agreed timeframes |
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
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Teaching Schedule
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
A list of all resources requirements can be found in your CANVAS shell.
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 and will include:
EXAMPLES
- Practical tasks, a major project
- direct observation including exploration of and experimentation with techniques
- written and/or oral questioning and discussion to assess knowledge and understanding
- completion of a design journal and/or portfolio including personal reflection and feedback
- direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence
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Assessment Tasks
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Assessment Matrix
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Other Information
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