Course Title: Research and apply techniques in product design

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 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


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

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

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work pro actively with a client or commissioning organisation to develop and negotiate a design brief. 

Through your studies you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to create designs for consumer products, experiences and systems. You will present your ideas through a combination of skills in visual and verbal communication, 3D models and computer software.

 


Teaching Schedule

Course Schedule
Week Topic Readings and Activities Assessment

Week 1

 

 Introduction to course
schedules

Orientation Day
Meet the teacher and class.
Course introduction, overview and expectations.

  

Week 2

 

Task 1 - Principles & Elements - Issue

Task 4 - Design Manual

T1_Q&As

T2_Q&As

CANVAS

Task 1 - Issue

Task 4 - issue

Week 3

 

 Studio PPT_Mal  

Week 4

 

Task 1 - Principles & Elements - Presentation

Task 2 - Write & refine a brief - Issue

 Q&As Task 1 - Principles & Elements - Presentation
 

Week 5

 

 NO CLASS NO CLASS NO CLASS

Week 6

 

 Studio PPT_Mal  

Week 7

 

 Studio Studio  

Week 8

 

 In class activity

In class activity

  

Week 9

 

 In class activity

In class activity

  

Week 10

 

Stereotypes  - In class activity

Task 3_Street Furniture- Issue & Q&As

Stereotypes  - In class activity

Task 3_Street Furniture- Issue & Q&As

  
14.09.2019 - 29.09.2019 - Mid semester break

Week 11

 

 Studio Studio  

Week 12

 

 Task 2 - Write & refine a brief - Presentation Task 2 - Write & refine a brief - Presentation Task 2 - Write & refine a brief - Presentation

Week 13

 

 Task 3_Street Furniture- Mid task review Task 3_Street Furniture- Mid task review

Task 3_Street Furniture- Mid task review

Week 14

 

 Task 4_Design Manual - Hand in Task 4_Design Manual - Hand in Task 4_Design Manual - Hand in

Week 15

 

 Task 3_Street Furniture- Presentation Task 3_Street Furniture- Presentation Task 3_Street Furniture- Presentation

Week 16

 

No Class

Assessment Week

No Class

Assessment Week

No Class

Assessment Week


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


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

Task 1_Principles & Elements - Apply Techniques

Task 2_Write & Respond to a design brief

Task 3_Street furniture

Task 4_Design Manual_Establish

 


Assessment Matrix

Sample Matrix

CriteriaRatings
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeSubmission shows evidence of being well organised    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeSubmission contains no spelling grammatical errors    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeSubmission follows the required instructions specific to format, file naming conventions, a copy has been placed in the RMIT I Drive    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeSubmission addresses all the required information    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeSubmission includes an acknowledgement slide    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeSubmission addresses all the required information.    
  NOT SATISFACTORY Presentation does not demonstrate clearly or summarise the intention purpose   BEGINNING Presentation articulates suitable/clear demonstration the intention purpose   DEVELOPING Presentation articulates intention through good oral and visual communication.   ACCOMPLISHED Presentation articulates project intention through very good oral and visual communication.   EXEMPLARY Presentation articulates project intention through excellent oral and visual communication. Ideas are concise and clear. The originating story is well told and the emotional connection is clear
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeDoes the presentation effectively communicate the , key themes effectively and clearly?    
  NOT SATISFACTORY Presentation does not effectively communicate key themes effectively and clearly   BEGINNING Presentation communicates through visual and oral satisfactorily   DEVELOPING Visual and oral presentation is clear and concise. There is effective explanation of content and themes   ACCOMPLISHED Visual and oral presentation is clear and concise. Very good effective explanation of content and themes.   EXEMPLARY Visual and oral presentation is clear and concise. Excellent, effective explanation of content & themes.
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeBe prepared to discuss your design and its submission with your classmates and instructors. Provide suitable responses to questions regarding your submission that demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of your chosen subjects.    
  NOT SATISFACTORY No allowance or limited allowance for discussion and debate. Very little knowledge of your submission has been demonstrated through the discussion and feedback segment   BEGINNING Responses to feedback, questions and critique is satisfactory without displaying extensive knowledge of your submission   DEVELOPING Feedback has been managed well. Responses to feedback, questions and critique is good displaying a thorough knowledge of your submission.   ACCOMPLISHED Feedback has been managed very well. Responses to feedback, questions and critique is very good displaying an extensive knowledge of your submission.   EXEMPLARY Feedback has been managed extremely well. Responses to feedback, questions and critique is excellent displaying outstanding and thorough knowledge of your submission.

Other Information

Teaching schedule may vary according to students and task requirements
Information is correct at time of publishing

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