Course Title: Design sustainable product or process

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2019

Course Code: MANU7430C

Course Title: Design sustainable product or process

School: 320T Architecture & Urban Design

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5382 - Diploma of Product Design

Course Contact: Robin Blood

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4683

Course Contact Email: robin.blood@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

None

Course Description

This unit of competency covers the ability to redesign an existing, or design a new, product or process to achieve optimal sustainability outcomes
 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSS015004 Design sustainable product or process

Element:

1 Define parameters of new/improved product

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Consult with relevant stakeholders to determine required function, performance and aesthetics of new product.

1.2 Identify market, expected time to market and cost constraints of product and production process.

1.3 Identify requirements with possible high sustainability impacts.

1.4 Negotiate requirements to achieve desired sustainability impacts.

1.5 Develop agreed definition of product requirements. 

Element:

2 Develop alternative product and process designs

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify alternative resource requirements. 2.2 Identify alternative processes.

2.3 Determine the possible sustainability impacts of different combinations of resources and processes.

2.4 Test alternative product and process designs against original product requirement definitions. 2.5 Identify product requirements which may be causing significant sustainability impacts.

2.6 Renegotiate, where possible, product requirements to lessen sustainability impacts. 2.7 Short-list preferred resources and processes.

Element:

3 Evaluate life cycle impacts

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Estimate life cycle sustainability impacts for each short-listed alternative.

3.2 Identify process steps with greatest sustainability impact.

3.3 Evaluate process steps for alternatives/modifications with lower impact.

3.4 Select alternative which best meets requirements and has the lowest sustainability impact.

Element:

4 Confirm design

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Develop selected design as required.

4.2 Confirm life cycle sustainability impacts.

4.3 Review design against product requirements.

4.4 Obtain required authorisations.

4.5 Document design in the required form.

Element:

5 Prepare for implementation

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Consult with key stakeholders.

5.2 Identify key measures for monitoring implementation of design.

5.3 Identify data sources required by key measures.

5.4 Organise for data to be captured and manipulated, as required. 

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 of competency covers the ability to redesign an existing, or design a new, product or process to achieve optimal sustainability outcomes. This unit does not supply the technical competence for design of a particular product or process. It is anticipated that this unit would be undertaken in conjunction with appropriate technical design and technical supporting units which, because of the variety of manufactured products and the varying technical skill required for their design, are unable to be specified.


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 - Introduce you - issue/discuss

 

 

  

Week 3

 

 Studio class

PPT - Mal

 

  

Week 4

 

 Task 1 - Introduce you - Presentation Task 1 - Introduce you - Presentation Task 1 - Introduce you - Presentation
 

Week 5

 

 Studio class Studio  class Studio class

Week 6

 

 Task 2 - Research a material - issue/discuss

 

 

  

Week 7

 

 Studio class

PPT - Mal

 

  

Week 8

 

 Studio class

 

 

  

Week 9

 

 Studio class

PPT - Mal

 

  

Week 10

 

Task 2 - Research a material -

Presentation

Task 2 - Research a material -

Presentation

Task 2 - Research a material -

Presentation
14.09-27.09 - Mid semester break

Week 11

 

 Task 3 - Design & make - issue & discuss

PPT - Mal

 

  

Week 12

 

 Studio class

PPT - Mal

 

  

Week 13

 

 Studio class

PPT - Mal

 

  

Week 14

 

 Studio class

PPT - Mal

 

  

Week 15

 

Task 3 - Design & make -

Presentation

Task 3 - Design & make -

Presentation

Task 3 - Design & make -

Presentation

Week 16

 

Assessment Week

Assessment Week

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
 

 

The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers. http://mams.rmit.edu.au/kh6a3ly2wi2h1.pdf


Assessment Tasks

Task 1

This task requires you using image & text address the following questions about yourself. Use one slide per question. Write the question on your slide. A cover sheet for the assessment task will be provided.   Task 2 This is a group assignment You will be working in a small team with the purpose of researching a material that will be assigned to your group.   Task 3 This task is an individual task and you will need to record all aspects of your design journey.


Assessment Matrix

Task 1

01_Introduce You (1) 01_Introduce You (1)

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 outcomeDoes the presentation distil and summarise intention    
  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 outcomeIs the presentation visually interesting & engaging    
  NOT SATISFACTORY The content is not engaging and does not visually support the intention   BEGINNING The presentation is somewhat engaging and supports the design to some extent   DEVELOPING One or more elements of the presentation supports the intention to a good level. The presentation is engaging and supports the design.   ACCOMPLISHED One or more elements of the presentation supports the intention to a very good level. The presentation is very engaging.   EXEMPLARY All elements of the presentation are highly engaging in supporting the intention to an excellent level. The presentation is very engaging.
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeIs the verbal and visual communication clear and effective.    
  NOT SATISFACTORY The verbal and visual communication is not clear and not effective.   BEGINNING The verbal and visual communication is satisfactorily clear & effective.   DEVELOPING The verbal and visual communication is good. It is clear & effective.   ACCOMPLISHED The verbal and visual communication is very good. It is very clear & effective   EXEMPLARY The verbal and visual communication is excellent.

 

Task 2

CriteriaRatings
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeDoes the presentation distil and summarise your project development into a final concept both visually and technically    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeDoes the presentation communicate your design intentions, key themes and ideas effectively and clearly?    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeYour presentation uses at least one element of animation or video media to enhance the communication of your design and support your presentation    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeDoes your presentation utilise a suitable digital tool such as PowerPoint, Prezi, Google slides    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeAllow for a suitable time to discuss and debate ideas, for audience participation and feedback.    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeBe prepared to discuss your design and its components with your classmates and instructors    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeProvide suitable responses to questions regarding your design that demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of your design and/or a direction to follow up.    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeIs the presentation interesting, engaging and supportive of your design    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeHas the presentation been completed within the designated time frame? 5-6 minutes. 6 minutes for questions and discussions    
  Satisfactory     Not Satisfactory  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeDoes the presentation distil and summarise your project development into a final concept both visually and technically within the time constraints.    
  NOT SATISFACTORY Presentation does not demonstrate a clear summary of the origins and direction for the design. No story is evident. Visual and technical development are not clear. Poor presentation timing   BEGINNING Presentation articulates suitable project development through oral and visual communication. Room for development with both oral and visual aspects   DEVELOPING Presentation articulates project development through good oral and visual communication.   ACCOMPLISHED Presentation articulates project development through very good oral and visual communication.   EXEMPLARY Presentation articulates project development 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 your design intentions, key themes and ideas effectively and clearly? Is the oral and visual communication clear and effective.    
  NOT SATISFACTORY Presentation does not effectively communicate design intent   BEGINNING Communication through visual and oral presentation is satisfactory   DEVELOPING Communication through visual and oral presentation is is clear and concise. effective explanation of content, themes and technical design   ACCOMPLISHED Communication through visual and oral presentation is is clear and concise. Very good effective explanation of content, themes and technical design   EXEMPLARY Communication through visual and oral presentation is is clear and concise. Excellent, effective explanation of content, themes and technical design
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeYour presentation uses at least one element of animation or video media to enhance the communication of your design and support your presentation. Is the presentation visually interesting, engaging and supportive of your design    
  NOT SATISFACTORY The use of animation or video media has not been included. The content is not engaging and does not visually support your design   BEGINNING One element of animation or video is present that supports the presentation. The presentation is somewhat engaging and supports the design to some extent   DEVELOPING One or more elements of animation or video is present that supports the presentation to a good level. The presentation is engaging and supports the design.   ACCOMPLISHED One or more elements of animation or video is present that supports the presentation to a very good level. The presentation is very engaging and supports the design to very good extent   EXEMPLARY One or more elements of animation or video is present that supports the presentation to an excellent level. The presentation is highly engaging and supports the design to an excellent level
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeBe prepared to discuss your design and its components with your classmates and instructors. Provide suitable responses to questions regarding your design that demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of your design and/or a direction to follow up. Allow for a suitable time to discuss and debate ideas, for audience participation and feedback.    
  NOT SATISFACTORY No allowance or limited allowance for discussion and debate. Very little knowledge of the design has been demonstrated through the discussion and feedback segment   BEGINNING Responses to feedback, questions and critique is satisfactory without displaying extensive knowledge of the product or its mechanical detail   DEVELOPING Feedback has been managed well. Responses to feedback, questions and critique is good displaying a thorough knowledge of the product and its mechanical detail and design directions verbalised   ACCOMPLISHED Feedback has been managed very well. Responses to feedback, questions and critique is very good displaying an extensive knowledge of the product and its mechanical detail and design directions verbalised.   EXEMPLARY Feedback has been managed extremely well. Responses to feedback, questions and critique is excellent displaying outstanding and thorough knowledge of the product and its mechanical detail and design directions verbalised.

 

Task 3

 

Research a Topic Research a Topic

CriteriaRatings

This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeMid project presentation Work to date progress  
  Full marks     No marks  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomePrepare PPT/PDF Submission Document Prepare PPT/PDF
Submission Document  
  Full marks     No marks  
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeVerbal Presentation Communicates clearly
Addresses audience
Ability to answer questions
Summarise/Review your work  
  Full marks     No marks

 

Other Information

Teaching schedule may vary according to students and task requirements

Information is correct at time of publishing.

 

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