Course Title: Analyse cultural history and theory

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2021

Course Code: OART5007C

Course Title: Analyse cultural history and theory

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: Brunswick 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: 70

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

In this course you will develop skills and knowledge required to research, analyse and debate cultural history and theory. You will be able to gain insight into historical art movements that will support and develop your own approach to creative work.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	CUARES503 Analyse cultural history and theory
Element:	Conduct critical analysis
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Seek out and compare critical views of others in chosen area of enquiry 2.2 Investigate issues within historical and contemporary production, interpretation, promotion and consumption of culture 2.3 Allow process of analysis to take exploration of issues in new and unintended directions
Element:	Develop own practice from research
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Determine potential for integration of research findings into own work 4.2 Relate cultural history and theory to professional practice 4.3 Identify relationships between history and theory and contemporary cultural practice 4.4 Consider potential benefits of research in own professional practice and its future direction
Element:	Discuss cultural history and theory
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Develop substantiated opinions and ideas about cultural history and theory 3.2 Make informed contributions to discussions of cultural history and theory 3.3 Encourage and participate in open and constructive discussion
Element:	Select focus for cultural research
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Select focus for research based on own needs and perspectives in consultation with others 1.2 Consider information and ideas to be obtained 1.3 Question own preconceptions about research processes and potential information sources 1.4 Select relevant historical and contemporary sources for investigation and consider any intellectual property requirements

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Select an appropriate research focus
• Analyse cultural ideas and information
• Develop substantiated positions to support professional practice
• Participate in informed discussion of cultural history and theory.

In this course you will develop the following program capabilities:

• Recognise historical and theatrical contemporary cultural practices
• Develop opinions and ideas about cultural history and theory.

Details of Learning Activities

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

Select an appropriate research focus
Analyse cultural ideas and information
Develop substantiated positions to support professional practice
Participate in an informed discussion of cultural history and theory.

In this course you will develop the following program capabilities:

Recognise historical and theatrical contemporary cultural practices
Develop opinions and ideas about cultural history and theory.

Teaching Schedule

Course Schedule

Week	Topic	Readings and Activities	Assessment
Week 1	Introduction to assessment tasks & course schedules Task 1 Task 2	Q&As
Week 2	Studio	Studio
Week 3	Studio	Studio
Week 4	Task 2_Visit an exhibition	Task 2_Visit an exhibition
Week 5	Task 1- Presentation 1	Task 1- Presentation 1
Week 6	Task 2	Task 2	T2_Submit
Week 7	Studio	Studio
Week 8	Task 1	Task 1- Presentation 2
Week 9	Task 3	Task 3
Week 10	Task 1	Task 2
Week 11	Task 3 - Issue	Q&As
Week 12	Task1	Task1- Presentation 3
Week 13	Task 3	Task 3 - Review
Week 14	Task 1	Task 1 -Presentation 4	Task 1 - Submit
Week 15	Task 3	Task 3 -Presentation	Task 3 - Submit
Week 16	Assessment Week	Assessment Week	Assessment Week

While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment.  Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Students will need to refer to CANVAS as teaching resources may vary according to teaching schedule and task requirements.

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:

The Learning Lab https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab

Study Support https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is on going throughout the semester. Your will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program capabilities. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include:

• Written and or/oral questioning and discussion to assess knowledge and understanding
• Completion of an journal
• Design project

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.

A student charter (http://mams.rmit.edu.au/kh6a3ly2wi2h1.pdf ) summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced in a single document: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ln1kd66y87rc

Assessment Tasks

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace. 

To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher for each assessment task. 

Assessment Task 1: Presentations

Due: Week 14

Assessment Task 2: Exhibition Visit Report

Due: Week 6

Assessment Task 3: Presentation and Discussion

Due: Week 15

*Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.

 Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:

CA: Competency Achieved

NYC: Not Yet Competent

DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.

Other Information

Attendance:

Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Information about your studies:

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

Assessment:

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (e.g. applying for an extension of time):

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity  Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:  Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).  Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.  Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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