Course Title: Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: ARCH5242C
Course Title: Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5396 - Diploma of Interior Design
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4759
Course Contact Email: svdsc.design.tech@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Maddie Granata
Nominal Hours: 40
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
This course is delivered and assessed in conjunction with MSFID5020 Design Residential Interiors.
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess structural components and services in a residential building to determine their impact on the interior design brief.
This unit applies to interior designers, including kitchen and bathroom designers. They analyse and integrate information from site inspection, documentation and consultation to inform the design process.
Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSFID5021 Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs |
Element: |
1. Prepare for site evaluation |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review project brief and clarify with client |
Element: |
2. Assess structural elements |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify and inspect key structural elements of the space for their impact on the design brief
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Element: |
3. Assess services |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and assess plumbing, water and drainage features for impact on design brief |
Element: |
4. Conduct additional research to support site evaluation |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Confirm outcomes of site evaluation through consultation with specialist professionals based on the design brief |
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
Learning activities will take place this semester with a blended classroom model using industry standard tools and resources. Some classes maybe scheduled to be on campus, and some may be in a remote (virtual) learning mode online.
Refer to your Course schedule and Canvas shells for specific information on how each of your courses is delivered this semester.
You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Reference mode of delivery for this course is a blended approach.
On campus class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project-based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
• Class presentations
• Independent project-based work
• Site visits (observations)
• Studio Practice
Virtual In-class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project-based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
• Class presentations
• Online research
• Independent project-based work
• Site visits (observations)
• Studio Practice
Out-of-class activities will include:
• Online investigation
• Independent project-based work
• Gallery/Exhibition visits
Teaching Schedule
This teaching schedule is f-or the clustered subjects of Design Residential Interiors (ARCH5240C) & Evaluate site structures and services for interior design briefs (ARCH 5242C) and is also connected with the course Produce digital models & docs for interior projects (ARCH5238).
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Week |
Session |
Class Content |
Assessment Tasks |
DUE |
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1
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
AT1 Brief |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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2
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
AT2 Brief |
Activity 1 |
2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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3 |
1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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4
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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Activity 1 submission due |
2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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5
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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6 |
1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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AT2 review (prelim) submission due |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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7
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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Mid semester break | ||||
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8
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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10
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
AT3 Brief |
AT1 due |
2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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11
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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12
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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AT2 submission is due |
2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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13
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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14
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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15
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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16
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1, Monday |
Creative Studio Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204 |
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2, Tuesday |
Lecture Evaluate site structure ARCH5242 |
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3, Thursday |
Documentation |
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AT3 submission is due |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Library support
The University Library has extensive resources for Interior Design and Decoration students. The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies https://rmit.libguides.com/interior-design
For all The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/study/referencing
Study and Learning support
Would you like to get better at studying, writing, or researching for your assignments? The Library has everything you need to develop your academic skills, improve your marks and save time.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
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 tasks and projects.
An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
AT1- Knowledge questions
AT2- Design concept and client presentation- review
AT2- Design concept and client presentation- Final
AT3 - Client Project presentation
Note: full briefs, assessment details and rubrics for each task are available in Canvas
All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.
Assessment / Late Submission
All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher. This course is delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment.
CA: Competency achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did Not Submit for Assessment
SEC: Stopped engagement in course
WDR: Withdrawn from course
All work for Assessable Tasks is required to be submitted on the due date and time as outlined in the
Assessment Briefs. Exception to this is where an approved ELS plan, an application for Special Consideration or an approved Extension of Time is in place, submitted before the task’s due date with appropriate documentation.
Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level.
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension of time for your assessable work.
Please see following access for the details on applying for extension of time to assessments;
Special consideration;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/specialconsideration
Application for extension of time;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/extensions-of-time-forsubmission-of-assessable-work
Equitable assessment arrangements (EAA); https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/equitableassessment-arrangements--eaa-
If your work is incomplete, you are strongly encouraged to submit your work on the due date, in order to meet the submission requirements. Should it be below competency you may be asked to resubmit within 5 working days.
Assessment Matrix
An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency is available from the course contact person (stated above)
Other Information
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio-based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to be successful in this course.
Canvas
Use Canvas to access your course content and announcements, submit assignments, and receive your grades and feedback;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/canvas
Submitting Assessments onto Canvas
Here is a guide to submitting assessments on Canvas; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/studentessentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/submitting-assessments-in-canvas
Student feedback at RMIT:
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. The following link is an outline and ways that you will receive your feedback at RMIT; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/feedbackmechanisms
Student Progress Monitoring
Academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Please see following access to the Student progress policy
webpage; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academicprogress
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
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RMIT; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academicintegrity
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