Course Title: Develop textile designs and specifications
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: VART6458C
Course Title: Develop textile designs and specifications
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C6165 - Advanced Diploma of Textile Design and Development
Course Contact: Betty Kanzurovski
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259232
Course Contact Email: betty.kanzurovski@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Daisy Watt
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
None
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to develop textile designs. You will also test the fibres, yarns, and/or finished product to determine suitability for end use of the product and create design specifications to support the production process.
This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other Unit of Competency in this clustered course is:
* MSTTD5007 Develop textile designs using computer-based programs
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTTD5008 Develop textile designs and specifications |
Element: |
1 Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
Element: |
2 Prepare to develop textile designs and specifications |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Interpret requirements of design brief and identify purposes and end user of textile product |
Element: |
3 Develop textile design |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use design processes to evaluate options and further develop initial design concept |
Element: |
4 Calculate production requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Determine appropriate formulas for calculating yarn requirements 4.2 Undertake calculations using computer software or manual processes |
Element: |
5 Produce and test sample |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1Produce textile sample according to design specifications and workplace procedures |
Element: |
6 Prepare product specifications |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Analyse sample to develop pattern specifications for finished textile design product |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in developing a textile design, and testing the design specifications for production.
Details of Learning Activities
In this course you will be involved in the following teaching and learning activities:
Research
class exercises
review discussions/lectures
practical demonstrations in studio
design activities or projects peer teaching
class presentations
group discussion in dependent project based work industry project
Teaching Schedule
Session |
Learning Activity |
Assessments |
1 |
Introduction to project and assessment criteria
Introduction to Assessment 1: Textile Trend Collection
Commence preliminary research and for the project, mood board and concept development.
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2 |
Creating a balanced design collection, looking into colour weighting and artwork density.
Sketching, drawing and development
preparing hand generated artwork ready for use in repeats
Digitally cleaning artwork
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DUE: Draft mood board presentation |
3 |
Design development
Designing for repeat outcomes
Repeats - refreshers
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4 |
Using the pattern tool in AI
Using the offset filter in Photoshop (swiss repeat example/reminder)
Defining pattern tool use
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5 |
Understanding best methods when re-colouring artwork
Using the replace colour tool in Photoshop
Storyboard development
one on one discussions/check in feedback before submissions
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6 |
DUE: Assessment 1: Textile Trend Collection
Introduction to Assessment 2: Look Book
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DUE: Assessment 1: Textile Trend Collection |
7 |
Research and development of own look books.
Storyboard development
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8 |
Production specifications and templates for designs
Creating woven, knitted and other textured effects
One on one feedback
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9 |
Design and storyboard development
one on one discussions/check in feedback before submissions
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10 |
DUE: Assessment 2: Look Book (end of class)
Introduction to Assessment 3: Industry Brief
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DUE: Assessment 2: Look Book (end of class) |
11 |
Commence preliminary research and for the project (into the client’s brand history, their target market, the chosen trend, colour pallet)
Creating textures and turning them into repeats
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12 |
Testing fabrics
Design development through sketching, painting and drawing
Hand generating artwork for best digital development
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13 |
Individual feedback session
Finalising and revising of designs from feedback.
Draping and simulations with own designs
Storyboard development for range presentation.
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14 |
Design and storyboard development
One on one feedback
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15 |
DUE: Assessment 3: Industry Brief
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DUE: Assessment 3: Industry Brief
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16 |
Assessment Feedback
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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
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all the assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Competency is achieved only if competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period. Students are advised that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to confirm aspects of competency not evidenced in class or through assessments.
Results for this course are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for 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 1-Textile Trend Collection Due Date: Week 6
Based on a WGSN megatrend, you will develop a mood board and design an extended range. Your designs must encompass weave, knit and print, and show a variety of design elements and principals while remaining cohesive. You will need to show the intended end use of each of your designs.
Assessment 2- Look Book Due Date: Week 10
Based on a WGSN megatrend, you will develop a mini collection of printed textiles. You will need to consider the base cloth of your intended designs and conduct textile testing in order to determine the suitability of your design. Each final design should include an indication of its end use alongside production specifications.
Assessment 3- Industry Brief Due Date: Week 15
You will be developing a collection of textile design concepts for the client. Your research should be grounded in contemporary design, with the aim of bringing your own individual handwriting to the range of textile designs you produce. Remembering a range should have a considered weighting of colour palette applications, as well as a variety of ‘hero’ and ‘co-ordinating’ to create a cohesive and contemporary design range.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through the Program Administration
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/forms/assessment-forms
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.
Assessment Feedback:
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the 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.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now requires to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC 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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