Course Title: Interact and network with fashion industry participants
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: EMPL7114C
Course Title: Interact and network with fashion industry participants
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5401 - Diploma of Fashion Styling
Course Contact: Anni Juracich
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9236
Course Contact Email: anni.juracich@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Anni Juracich
Nominal Hours: 80
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
In this course you will undertake work experience with in the fashion styling industry. It will provide you with the opportunity to further develop your skills and knowledge to undertake work, communicate and network with others in the fashion styling industry.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTFD4006 Interact and network with fashion industry participants |
Element: |
1. Prepare to interact with others in the fashion industry |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify roles of different fashion industry participants and the routine industry communication channels and tools that are appropriate |
Element: |
2. Communicate design concepts and production requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Use industry appropriate language and terminology to interact and communicate with fashion industry participants 2.2 Identify objectives and processes for communicating design concepts effectively and apply appropriate communication channels and tools |
Element: |
3. Develop and maintain effective industry networks |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Apply understanding of scope and role of different industry participants to develop networks for relevant areas of operation |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will include:
· class exercises to review discussions/lectures
· online discussion and participation
· analysis/critique of relevant reading material
· design activities or projects
· peer learning
· class presentations
· group discussion
· research
· independent project-based work
· ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Teaching Schedule
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment.
Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
WEEK |
TOPIC |
ACTIVITIES |
01 |
Defining our Industry: Course overview Introduction and Discussion of Assessment 1, 2 & 3 |
Overview of the fashion industry: discussion |
02 |
Defining our Industry: Fashion Industry Process |
Processes in the fashion industry: discussion |
03 |
Defining our Industry: Fashion Industry Roles How the fashion industry areas work together – hierarchy? |
Fashion industry roles – research scope and information needs |
04 |
Defining our Industry: How do fashion stylists work with these areas? |
The fashion styling industry Stylists in Australia research activity What styling discipline do they focus on? How do they promote themselves on social media? Which brands do they work for? |
05 |
Industry Engagement: Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Definition Importance |
Overview of steps: 1-6 Role play for each step in a range of situations. |
06 |
Industry Engagement: Steps 1 & 2: - Engagement & Clarification of expectations |
Networking: how people can find each other Upfront management of expectations Communication channels Verbal/ non-verbal communication Industry jargon Active listening |
07 |
Industry Engagement: Steps 3 & 4: - Resource management and Execution |
Communication tools / channels in the fashion industry Fashion industry terminology Formats + standards to present ideas/ concepts Importance of quality standards Protocols Managing resources What do you need? Financial resources Documentation and record keeping Delivering the results |
08 |
Formative Feedback - progression and reflection activities |
|
09 |
Industry Engagement: Steps 5 & 6: - Evaluation & Feedback - Payment - Conflict resolution |
Evaluation progress Feedback skills (receiving and giving) Payment Negotiation skills Managing emotions Collaboration problems |
10 |
Workplace practices - Safety |
Safe work practices legislation Safe work practices applied to fashion styling |
11 |
Workplace practices - Fostering an inclusive work environment |
Culturally diverse workplace Adapting to cultural differences Anti-discrimination laws in Australia |
12 |
Workplace practices: Your practice |
Setting up your practice for the industry Class time to work on assessments Assessment 2: Due |
13 |
Class time to work on assessments Individual sessions |
Assessment 1: Due |
14 -15 |
Individual sessions |
Assessment 3: Due |
16 |
Feedback & Resubmission Week |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Know How workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops
The Study Support Hub One on One
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Fashion styling library guide;
https://rmit.libguides.com/c.php?g=928317&p=6710138
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit Assessment
Assessment Tasks
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1: Prepare to interact with others in the fashion industry.
You will use a project from this semester to show how you’ve created an opportunity within the fashion styling industry. You will show the process from concept to marketing of the final outcome and how you can successfully communicate to achieve the best result. Due Week 13
Assessment Task 2: Knowledge Assessment
You will complete a range of short answer questions that relate to work relevant scenarios relating to interacting and networking with fashion industry participants. Due Week 12
Assessment Task 3: Work placement
Placement is an opportunity for you to build your connections and gain experience in the fashion styling industry. You will need to perform a variety of tasks and collect evidence of your work placement. A minimum of hours must be completed – either with one company or several companies. Your placement will be secured through your own initiative. Due Week 14
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
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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