Course Title: Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: MIET7615C
Course Title: Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace
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.
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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 is a core within the Diploma of Fashion Styling and must be successfully completed to achieve this qualification.
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
Natalie Prygodicz
Nominal Hours: 50
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
There is no pre-requisite for this course.
Course Description
This course is designed to give you the skills and knowledge to work with a range of software packages used in the fashion styling industry. You will learn to identify the types and sources of information needed when working in this industry and use appropriate tools to access, create, manipulate and store this information.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTGN2014 Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace |
Element: |
1. Prepare to operate computing technology |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Determine job requirements from specifications, job sheets and work instructions 1.2 Identify computing technology relevant to work role and its impact on work role and workplace outcomes 1.3 Identify computing technology that is suitable for performing work tasks 1.4 Identify information and data that need to be accessed, enter and stored, and source of that information and data 1.5 Identify key features of technology, and ergonomic conditions and procedures for start-up and shutdown 1.6 Identify relevant software application menus, functions and commands to locate, input and store information and data 1.7 Identify skills required for software application and source training or support if required |
Element: |
2. Access information and data |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Navigate relevant software application menus, functions and commands to locate information and data 2.2 Retrieve information and data according to workplace procedures 2.3 Manipulate information and data to produce reports, using required numerical operations 2.4 Check to confirm that information and data meet work requirements |
Element: |
3. Input and store information and data |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use required software menus, functions and commands to enter and manipulate information and data 3.2 Enter, remove and change information and data 3.3 Save information and data, and store in file structure according to workplace requirements 3.4 Follow procedures for shutting down, logging off and exiting computing technology |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge to demonstrate competency in all the elements (+ performance criteria) listed for this unit within a fashion styling context.
Details of Learning Activities
The activities in this course have been designed to give you the opportunity to put into practice all the theory learned in class. These activities include:
- class exercises to review class presentations/ theory
- practical demonstrations
- design activities or projects
- individual and group activities
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/assessor feedback
Teaching Schedule
Note - While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on the class needs and availability of resources
WEEK |
TOPIC |
ACTIVITIES |
01 |
Introduction Overview of the course |
Introduction to the course and assessments overview General setup – RMIT systems OHS / Ergonomics |
02 |
General IT knowledge |
Introduction to IT – General knowledge Theory (quiz) to work in class AT01 - Explained Introduction to Photoshop |
03 |
Photoshop |
Photoshop Basics 1: Photoshop Basics: Workspace, toolbox, layers. Selection tools, cropping, resizing and refining selections Retouching images AT02 – Explained |
04 |
Photoshop |
Photoshop Basics 2: Using shapes, text, colour Finding good resolution images Image resolution Controlled Moodboard: exercise in class + process report ASSESSMENT 1 Due: IT Knowledge Quiz |
05 |
Photoshop |
Melbourne Fashion Festival Progress check-in |
06 |
Photoshop |
Photoshop Basics 3: Filters, Blending Modes, Layer Masks, Adjustment layers Saving and exporting documents |
07 |
Photoshop |
Extra Photoshop features
ASSESSMENT 2 Due: Moodboard and Process Report |
08 |
Feedback Week & Resubmission week |
|
09 |
Excel |
Introduction to Excel Excel exercises 1-4 |
10 |
Excel |
Introduction to Excel Excel exercises (Cont’d) Invoice activity |
MID SEMESTER BREAK | ||
11 |
InDesign |
Introduction to Indesign: Creating a document, workspace, toolbox, manipulation. |
12 |
InDesign |
InDesign basics: Text and graphics. |
13 |
InDesign |
InDesign basics: Colour and transparency |
14 |
InDesign |
InDesign basics: Lookbook activity Saving and exporting documents. |
15 |
InDesign |
AT03 One-on-one catch-up to check progress |
16 |
InDesign |
ASSESSMENT 3 Due: Style, produce and create a lookbook |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You will have access to the most updated versions of the required softwares we will use in this course.
Additionally, 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 Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
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
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Quiz - you will be asked to answer questions relating to your understanding of the use of computers and software in a TCF workplace. Due Week 4.
Assessment Task 2: Mood board & Process Report - following a brief provided by your instructor and using two different industry-standard software applications you are required to create an electronic moodboard and a document that describes the process you followed to create this moodboard. Due Week 7.
Assessment Task 3: Style, produce and create a lookbook - this assessment brings together two of your courses: Style Merchandise and Styling IT. You are required to produce a lookbook and a budget report of your expenses for a photoshoot, using computer technology. Due Week 16.
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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