Course Title: Analyse cultural history and theory
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: OART5007C
Course Title: Analyse cultural history and theory
Important Information:
School: 515T Creative Industries
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
Kath Deighton
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
Week |
Class content |
Submissions |
Week 1 |
- Introduction to the subject including explanation of each of 3 assignments - Detailed explanation of Exhibition visit report assignment - First quiz question for Exhibition report project - Discussion about what topics would be good for the Product evolution project |
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Week 2 |
- Exhibition visit - Exhibition visit sheet to be given out |
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Week 3 |
- Further clarification of Exhibition visit report requirements - Detailed explanation of Product evolution project - Automata, Industrial Revolution (1750-1850) and Arts & Crafts movement (1880 – 1920) - Second quiz question for Exhibition report project - Students confirm product choices for Product evolution project - Students undertake research on products from Industrial Revolution and Arts & Crafts movement - Students may work on Exhibition visit report assignment |
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Week 4 |
- Students share images & annotations collected for their product evolution project. - Discussion about cultural, technological & socio-political factors that affected the products produced in the time frame - Art Nouveau (1880 – 1910) - Third quiz question for Exhibition report project - Students undertake research on products from Art Nouveau period - Students may work on Exhibition visit report assignment |
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Week 5 |
- Students share images & annotations collected for their product evolution project. - Discussion about cultural, technological & socio-political factors affecting products - Deutscher Werkbund (1917-1931), Bauhaus (1919 – 1933) and De Stijl (1917- 1931) - Fourth and Fifth quiz question for Exhibition report project - Students undertake research on products from Bauhaus and De Stijl - Students may work on Exhibition visit report assignment |
Task 2: Exhibition report due
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Week 6 |
- Detailed explanation of research project - Discussion about research methods options - Discussion about how to apply the research project to Design project - Students plan their research projects |
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Week 7 |
- Students share images & annotations collected for their product evolution project. - Discussion about cultural, technological & socio-political factors affecting products - Early modernism (1910-1939), Russian Constructivism - Students undertake research on products from Early Modernist period - Students may work on research projects |
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Week 8 |
- Students share images & annotations collected for their product evolution project. - Discussion about cultural, technological & socio-political factors affecting products - Art Deco (1919 – 1940) and Streamlining - Students undertake research on products from the Art Deco period (and in the Streamlining style) |
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Week 9 |
- Students complete planning for research under the headings of Participants, Methods, Procedure, Analysis, Hypotheses, Ethics - Mid-century modernism (1940 – 1959) - Students undertake research on products from Mid-century modernist era - Students may work on research projects |
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Week 10 |
- Students share images & annotations collected for their product evolution project. - Review Planning for research plans made by students - Discussion about cultural, technological & socio-political factors affecting products - Cultural revolution and Pop culture (1960-1979) - Students undertake research on products from Cultural revolution & Pop culture period - Students may work on research projects |
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Week 11 |
- Students share images & annotations collected for their product evolution project. - Discussion about cultural, technological & socio-political factors affecting products - Post modernism (1970-2000), Eco-design (1980s onwards), and Memphis (1981-1987) - Students undertake research on products from Post-modernist, Eco-design, and Memphis periods - Students may work on research projects |
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Week 12 |
- Students share images & annotations collected for their product evolution project. - Discussion about cultural, technological & socio-political factors affecting products - Contemporary design – look up 4 different kinds of designs for your product now – try and identify the influences behind these designs based on your research, comment on any new technology that is incorporated into the designs - Students undertake research on contemporary products - Students may work on research projects |
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Week 13 |
- Students share images & annotations collected for their product evolution project. - Discussion about cultural, technological & socio-political factors affecting products - Students work on research projects and finalise Product evolution project |
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Week 14 |
- Students work on research projects and finalise Product evolution project |
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Week 15 |
- Students work on research projects and finalise Product evolution project |
Task 1: Product evolution project due |
Week 16 |
- Research project presentation |
Task 3: Research project due |
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.
Prescribed Texts: There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course.
You are advised to look at the Learning Hub at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information.
A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year.
You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software.
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
Study Support
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support
RMIT Library.
You will also have access to the library resources.
Among the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access Lynda.com for online tutorials and lessons. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning. The University Library has extensive resources for Design students.
RMIT Library has produced the following:
subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies.
https://rmit.libguides.com/alldesign
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 15
Assessment Task 2: Exhibition Visit Report
Due: Week 5
Assessment Task 3: Presentation and Discussion
Due: Week 16
You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback with verbal and/or written evaluation of your progress within class time.
The submitted projects will be assessed with written feedback as well as a checklist that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome.
This course is assessed for competency.
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.
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.
Student feedback at RMIT
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy
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
On Time Submission and Impact of Late Submission
On time submission is an important factor in your assessment. Employability skills are embedded in all courses and these include Planning & Organising and Self-management. For this reason, late work impacts on your competency assessment.
Submissions that are assessed as Not Satisfactory can be re-submitted once and this is only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
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
Submissions
When submitting work for assessment you are required to complete a declaration of authorship. This must be done for every summative assessment task. This statement acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. For non-digital submission use the printed form provided. For digital online submission please use e Submission process.
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
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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