Course Title: Present a body of own creative work

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2023

Course Code: VART6488C

Course Title: Present a body of own creative work

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. 

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

Dellwyn Apted dellwyn.apted@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 60

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 MSFFDT5013 Evaluate and participate in design industry networks.

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use creative, technical and project management skills to produce a professional and innovative presentation of own creative work. It applies to individuals who maintain an up-to-date presentation package or portfolio of creative work. The presentation or portfolio may be physical or virtual.

No licensing, legislative or certification conditions apply to this unit at the time of publication.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUAPPR503 Present a body of own creative work

Element:

1. Evaluate and select presentation options

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Research presentation options using appropriate sources of information

1.2 Explore ideas and options for presenting work in new and innovative ways, including those from other disciplines

1.3 Identify and consult with relevant people when developing presentation options

1.4 Select presentation methodologies based on intended purpose and other parameters

1.5 Evaluate production requirements and content implications of selected presentation methodologies

Element:

2. Plan presentation of work

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Develop an overall presentation concept, including proposed key objectives and messages, using critical thinking techniques

2.2 Explore and refine how the presentation concept will impart explicit and implicit messages to its audience

2.3 Develop realistic production budget, timeframes and workflow plan

2.4 Design templates, prototypes and maquettes for the presentation that supports key messages to be communicated

Element:

3. Create presentation

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Develop presentation within required timeframe, selecting and integrating content that supports identified key objectives and messages

3.2 Obtain and record copyright clearance on all sourced content

3.3 Address conceptual and technical challenges that arise during process

3.4 Review projected and actual budget outcomes and adjust process as required

Element:

4. View and update presentation

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Present own creative work in a format and style suited to audience and purpose

4.2 Evaluate presentation in the context of identified objectives and feedback from others

4.3 Proactively identify opportunities to update and refine presentation

4.4 Develop systems to identify and respond to future presentation opportunities

 

 


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 

• Studio Practice 

  

Out-of-class activities will include: 

• Online investigation 

• Independent project-based work 


Teaching Schedule

Week 1

Course overview

Assessment tasks overview

  • GRAP6372C Design Industry Knowledge (Source and apply design industry knowledge)
  • VART6488C Present Creative Work (Present a body of creative work)

 

Week 2

The “How To” Prepare for Industry Networking Participation

 

 
Week 3

Prepare an e-Portfolio:
Digital Platform
CV

 

 
Week 4

Prepare an e-Portfolio
- Resume/ CV

 

 
Week 5

Bespoke Careers' recorded presentation on CV & Portfolio

Business 101

 

 
Week 6

Presentation & Follow-ups

Identify & Discuss Business Opportunities or Ideas with others
- Communicate your business/ job interests or ideas with others

 

VART6488C AT1 due
(Knowledge assessment task)
Week 7

Include Professional Communication (verbal communication, non-verbal communications, punctuality, follow-up and professionalism)

 

 
Week 8

Brief Assessment Task 2 for VART6488C AT2

GRAP6372C AT1 (Research + Portfolio)

 

Week 9

Evaluate and Selects Creative Presentation options
- Key Objective and messages
- Identify audience and purpose
- Visual presentation techniques

 

 

GRAP6372CAT2 (Part A, B, C) 
Week 10

Plan presentation of work
Guest Speaker #1

 

 
Week 11

Create presentation
- Including preparing required budget and timeframes

 

 
Week 12

View and update presentation

Guest speaker #2 

 

 
Week 13

Studio Time

Guest speaker #3 - Learn about the pathway to RMIT Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours) program

 
Week 14

View and update presentation (assessment tasks) - getting ready for final submissions

 

 
Week 15

Students Presentation Week - VART6488C AT2 Part 2

 

 

 
Week 16

Final submission onto Canvas

 

VART6488C AT2 (Part A +B due)
  This course schedule is a live document and will be updated on a weekly basis. Therefore, it is subject to changes. Guest speaker series subject to availabilities.  


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

GRAP6372C AT1 Project and Portfolio Due Week 8

GRAP6372C AT2 Part A,B,C Due Week 9

VART6488C AT1 Knowledge Qs Due Week 6

VART6488C AT2 Presentation Due Week 16

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/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 

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      

 

IT orientation 

It's time to get ready; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/new-student-guide  

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