Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: GRAP6359C
Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
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
Michele Meister
Michelle Carroll
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 MSFID5028 Research and recommend artwork.
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to source information on design history and theory, and to apply that information in the individual’s design work. It applies to individuals who work in design and need to develop and maintain a general knowledge of design history and theory. 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: |
BSBDES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
Element: |
1 Collect information on design history and theory |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on design history and theory 1.2 Organise research material and findings for current or future use in design practice, facilitating easy access and cross-referencing |
Element: |
2 Apply information to own area of work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate information in the context of current design practice 2.2 Assess which aspects of information on design history and theory could be used or adapted to inform current practice 2.3 Use relevant information in a culturally appropriate way to develop an understanding of own area of work |
Element: |
3 Update and maintain knowledge of design trends |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of design trends and developments 3.2 Incorporate and integrate knowledge into design activities |
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 is delivered face to face with a strong online component.
Students will listen to lectures online and come prepared to class for discussion and presentations.
A strong initiative in exploring surroundings is vital for a successful outcome.
Teaching Schedule
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Week |
Class Content
Tutorials (class work) |
Homework |
ONLINE lectures |
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1 |
ORIENTATION WEEK |
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2 |
Briefing Task 1 AT1 History & Researching |
Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) |
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3 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) |
(listen before next class week) |
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4 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) Post to Canvas Discussion board and create report about Melbourne discovery |
(listen before next class week) |
5 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) |
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6 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) Post to Canvas Discussion board and create report about Melbourne discovery |
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7 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) |
(listen before next class week) |
Briefing Task 2 and Task 3 |
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8 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) Post to Canvas Discussion board and create report about Melbourne discovery |
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9 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) |
·Past: The Rise of Industry – Victorian and Arts & Crafts online lecture (listen before next class week) |
MID SEMESTER BREAK | |||
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10 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) Post to Canvas Discussion board and create report about Melbourne discovery |
(listen before next class week) |
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11 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) |
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12 |
Class Lecture:
SUBMISSION Quiz Task1 + TASK 2 (group oral presentation) |
Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) Post to Canvas Discussion board and create report about Melbourne discovery |
(listen before next class week) |
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13 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) |
(listen before next class week) |
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14 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) Post to Canvas Discussion board and create report about Melbourne discovery |
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15 |
Class Lecture:
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Listen to online lecture and take notes (which will form part of your task 2) |
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16 |
Submission Task 2 and Task 3 (portfolio and boards) |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at the course at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information.
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 (http://rmit.libguides.com/interiordecoration)
The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian (http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing)
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
Task 1: Knowledge Quiz due week 12
Task 2: Portfolio due week 16
Task 3: Final project (portfolio and boards) due week 16
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.
Please visit the following link on the RMIT website for all information regarding adjustments to assessable work;
Adjustments to assessment; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
Special consideration; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
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
The 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.
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/feedback-mechanisms
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
Cover Sheet for Submissions You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Please see following access to the Cover sheet for submission of works; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/how-to-submit-work
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
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-andexams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
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
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