Course Title: Source and apply design industry knowledge

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2023

Course Code: GRAP6372C

Course Title: Source and apply design industry knowledge

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities. 

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption. 

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus 

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance. 

This unit of competency covers evaluating and participating in design industry networks to learn from others and develop networks which may assist with the progressing of own initiatives.  No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. 

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: jennifer.crowley@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Dellwyn Apted

dellwyn.apted@rmit.edu.au 

Nominal Hours: 20

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

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to source, apply and update general knowledge of the design industry based on problem solving, aesthetics, materials and processes appropriately used within the design industry. It involves researching information on different features of the industry, applying it to one’s own work practice, and remaining up-to-date on industry practices.

It applies to individuals who work under supervision and support the professional design process such as evaluating the nature of design.

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:

CUADES304 Source and apply design industry knowledge

Element:

1. Source and apply information on the structure and operation of design industry

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify and analyse information on the design industry and professional design practice

1.2 Inform own design practice and work using knowledge of the design industry

1.3 Obtain information on employment obligations and opportunities in the design industry

1.4 Apply knowledge of employment obligations and opportunities within day-to-day work activities

Element:

2. Seek information on new design technology

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify sources of information on new technology affecting different areas of design practice

2.2 Investigate applicable technologies to assist required work performance

Element:

3. Update industry knowledge

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update knowledge of the design industry and monitor current issues of concern to the industry

3.2 Share updated knowledge with colleagues and peer group as required, and incorporate into day-to-day work activities

Element:

4. Apply information on ethical and legal work practices

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Source information on ethical and legal work practices in the context of design

4.2 Share updated knowledge on ethical and legal work practice in day-to-day work activities


Learning Outcomes


Refer to the elements and this unit.
This unit requires established knowledge & skills from specialised design units in your foundation year of study.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities will take place this semester with a blended classroom model using industry standard tools and resources. 

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.

 

 

Virtual In-class activities will include:

• Tutorials and project-based work

• Group discussion

• Teacher directed activities/projects

• Class presentations 

 

 

Out-of-class activities will include:

• Online investigation

• Independent project-based work

 


Teaching Schedule

WEEK

 

 

CONTENT:

                                                                

Assessment Due Dates
GRAP6372C + VART6488C

1

Course overview

Include assessment tasks overview

  • GRAP6372C Source and apply design industry knowledge
  • VART6488C Present Creative Work

Evaluate, Discuss & Identify Industry Networking Opportunities

  • Local & International

GRAP6372C Briefing: AT1

Briefing: AT2

 

VART6488C Briefing: AT1

 

2

The “How To” Prepare for Industry Networking Participation

 

 

3

Prepare an e-Portfolio

 

 

4

Prepare an e-Portfolio

 

GRAP6372C AT1 Part A due

5

Business 101

 

Presentation & Follow-ups

 

6

No Class - Anzac day

 

 

7

Identify & Discuss Business Opportunities or Ideas with others

 

 

8

Share best practice in Evaluating & Participating in Networking Opportunities

GRAP6372C AT1 Part B due

Briefing VART6488C AT2

9

Evaluate and Selects Creative Presentation options

 

GRAP6372C AT2 Part A & C due

10

Plan presentation of work

 

VART6488C AT1 due

 

11

Create presentation

 

 

12

View and update presentation

 

 

13

Students Presentation Week - VART6488C AT2 Part 1

 

VART6488C AT2 Part 1 due

14

View and update presentation

 

 

15

Students Presentation Week - VART6488C AT2 Part 2

 

VART6488C AT2 Part 2 due

16

Final Submission Day

GRAP6372C AT2 Part B 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   

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 for this course will be project based.


Assessment Tasks

This unit is co-delivered with:

VART6488C Presenting Creative Work (CUAPPR503)

 

Week 4 - AT1 - Part A 

Week 8 - AT1 - Part B

Week 9 - AT2 - Part A + C   

Week 16 - AT2 - Part B 

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);

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

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

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

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

IT orientation

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