Course Title: Interact and network with fashion industry participants

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2022

Course Code: EMPL7114C

Course Title: Interact and network with fashion industry participants

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: 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

Andrea Hart

andrea.hart@rmit.edu.au

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
1.2 Identify the information needs of fashion industry participants for design, procurement, production and marketing processes
1.3 Identify communication protocols, workplace practices and quality standards of different industry participants
1.4 Follow work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices


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
2.3 Apply knowledge of roles and information needs of different industry participants to communicate production requirements
2.4 Seek and respond to feedback to assess if communication of design concept and production requirements is effective, and incorporate feedback into future communication
2.5 Seek assistance from appropriate personnel with specific and relevant expertise to deal with any communication difficulties or barriers
2.6 Document information and outcomes of communication, and maintain records


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
3.2 Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with relevant industry participants
3.3 Gather and store up-to-date information about key industry participants to maintain business intelligence and sustain networks


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

STARTING

TOPIC

ACTIVITIES

01

04 Jul

Welcome and Introduction to the Course

 

The Fashion Industry

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 1 Module

02

11 Jul

The Fashion Industry Process

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 2 Module

03

18 Jul

 Participants Of The Fashion Industry

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 3 Module

04

 25 Jul

The Fashion Styling Industry

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 4 Module

  05

01 Aug

Standard Operating Procedures and Communication Protocols

 

Assessment 1 Due

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 5 Module

06

08 Aug

Standards od Procedures cont.

Steps 1 and 2

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 6 Module

07

 15 Aug

 

Standards od Procedures cont.

Steps 3 and 4

 

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 7 Module

08 

 22 Aug 

HELP ME WEEK  

Standard of Procedures completed

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 8 Module

29 August - 02 September: Mid-semester break

09

05 Sept

 Assessment 2 Class Time

Face to Face question and work time

10

12 Sept

 Safe Work Practices, Legislation and Inclusivity

Assessment 2 Due

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 10 Module

11

19 Sept

 Setting up your Practice for Industry

 

Introduce AT3

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 11 Module

12

26 Sept

Cover Letters.

How to complete and why are they so Important.

 

AT3 Class Time

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 12 Module

13

03 Oct

 Assessment 3

Class time to work on Assessment

Face to Face Content and Activities as per the powerpoint in Canvas Week 13 Module

14

10 Oct

 Assessment 3 Due

 Presentations

15

17 Oct

Catch up Session

Face to face help offered to those students that need it.

16 -17

24 Oct - 

4 Nov

Feedback and Resubmission Weeks 

 


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 05

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 10

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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