Course Title: Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: GRAP6357C
Course Title: Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5396 - Diploma of Interior Design
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4759
Course Contact Email: jenny.crowley@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Sarah Palliser
Nominal Hours: 65
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 MSFID5016 Develop decoration proposals for complex sites.
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work proactively with a client or commissioning organisation to develop and negotiate a design brief. It applies to individuals working in any industry or design context where the designer plays a key role in determining the scope and nature of work required. Establishment, negotiation and refinement of a design brief requires the integration of highly-developed creative thinking, communication and planning skills in a process that may not be linear. Adaptability and effective responses to change and new ideas are crucial. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES502 Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief |
Element: |
1 Establish design requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and make appropriate contact with relevant stakeholders for the design project, in addition to the client 1.2 Identify and source information and references relevant to the design project 1.3 Undertake critical analysis of sources and extract key information to inform the design project 1.4 Liaise with client and other key stakeholders to determine overall objectives and parameters for the design project 1.5 Proactively seek, review and act on information needed to inform constructive communication with client 1.6 Build trust and respect between self and client through effective communication and demonstration of professional integrity |
Element: |
2 Develop and refine design brief |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Develop concepts and ideas for inclusion in design brief, taking account of overall objectives and parameters 2.2 Undertake own analysis of concept and challenge ideas and approaches taken to ensure responsiveness to project needs 2.3 Present ideas in an appropriate format/medium and seek feedback from key stakeholders 2.4 Use effective communication techniques to generate discussion, debate and critical analysis 2.5 Re-evaluate and refine options based on own analysis and discourse with others 2.6 Establish and agree on final nature and scope of design brief with client and accurately document details |
Element: |
3 Negotiate terms and conditions |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Negotiate and agree terms and conditions of brief in accordance with relevant organisational and professional standards 3.2 Clarify, agree and document roles and responsibilities of those involved in the project 3.3 Confirm agreements in writing in accordance with organisational requirements 3.4 Identify the need for specialist advice when developing formal agreements or contracts, and seek appropriate assistance |
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 / studio-based delivery.
On campus class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project-based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
• Class presentations
• Independent project-based work
• 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
Teaching Schedule
| Week |
Session 1 On campus |
Session 2 On line |
Session 3 CAD | F2F & online |
Session 4 On campus |
Assessment |
| 1 |
Course Introduction & Weekly schedule. |
AT1 Knowledge Question Q1-5 |
No Class |
AT1 Knowledge Question Q6-10 |
|
| 2 |
AT1 Knowledge Question Q11-15
|
AT2 Brief / learning Activity
|
Documentation
|
AT1 Knowledge Question Q16-19
|
|
| 3 | Material and finishes | Human Dimension + Space planning |
Documentation |
Review of Project folio |
|
| 4 | Inspirational Design + Correspondence With client | Mood board + Concept Board + Finishes | Documentation |
Rendering
|
AT1, Due week 4 |
| 5 | One on One sessions - Progression | Check list - Fit for purpose | Documentation |
Client Correspondence
|
AT2 preliminary concept uploaded to canvas for presentation |
| 6 | Primary Concept Presentation | One on one feedback (Recorded from Presentations) | Documentation | Studio time - amendments Model making | Client Correspondence activity uploaded to canvas at end of Session 3 |
| 7 | Reflected ceiling Plan documentation | Check list - Project folio | Documentation | One on one reviews of final presentation | |
| 8 | Presentations | One on one feedback form presentation | Documentation | Reflection -Overflow of presentations | AT2, Due week 8 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
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
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
This unit is clustered with: MSFID5016 - Develop decoration proposals for complex sites
AT1 Knowledge Questions - Due week 4
AT2 Design Presentation - Due week 8
Note: full briefs, assessment details and rubrics for each task are available in Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.
Assessment / Late Submission
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/special-consideration
Application for extension of time;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Equitable assessment 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
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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;
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/academic-progress
Submitting Assessments onto Canvas
Here is a guide to submitting assessments on Canvas; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/submitting-assessments-in-canvas
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity.
Please see following access for more information on Academic Integrity at RMIT; 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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