Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2016

Course Code: GRAP5295C

Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

School: 320T Architecture & Design

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4355 - Certificate IV in Interior Decoration

Course Contact: Jennifer Crowley

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819

Course Contact Email: design.ve@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

michele.meister@rmit.edu.au

hoda.afra@rmit.edu.au

Part Time Co-ordinator - John Perperis

john.perperis@rmit.edu.au

 

 

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

None

Course Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to explore and creatively apply the design process to the development of 3 dimensional (3D) forms.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBDES303A Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

Element:

Communicate concepts or ideas through application of design processes to 3-dimensional forms

Performance Criteria:

3.1.Investigate and reflect on how a particular concept or idea might be communicated in a 3-dimensional form

3.2.Select materials, tools and equipment relevant to the realisation of the concept or idea

3.3.Apply a creative design process to produce a range of 3-dimensional concept realisations

3.4.Reflect on own application of design process and success in communicating the concept or idea

3.5.Seek and obtain feedback from others about the 3-dimensional form and its success in communicating the concept or idea

3.6.Present and store concept realisations or samples ina format which takes account of the need for professional presentation and potential value for future work

Element:

Explore the creative design process for 3-dimensional forms

Performance Criteria:

 

2.1.Use creative thinking techniques to generate a range of ideas and options

2.2.Use experimentation to explore and challenge a range of different ideas

2.3.Challenge assumptions, reflect on ideas and refine approaches

2.4.Consciously change perspective, and evaluate ideas and situations in new ways

Element:

Source information on 3-dimensional design

Performance Criteria:

1.1.Identify and access relevant sources of information on 3-dimensional design

1.2.Evaluate and collate information to build a knowledge of 3-dimensional design

Learning Outcomes


Refer to the elements. The unit underpins many other specialised design units.


Details of Learning Activities

This course will be clustered with the course ARCH5213C Research & recommend furniture and Kitchen Design ARCH5218C delivered using a blended approach in the following modes:

In Class activities will include:

  • Lectures
  • Peer teaching and class presentations
  • Group discussion
  • Teacher directed group activities/projects 
  • Analysis/critique of relevant reading material
  • Creative thinking techniques
  • Construction of models

Out of Class activities will include:

  • Online research
  • Independent project based work

Self Directed Learning

Some activities will include a self directed learning approach; self directed learning refers to organised activities that students undertake independently, either as individuals or with other students that are supervised by a teacher.  This may include workplace research, library assignments, field trips and work placements.


Teaching Schedule

  

WEEK

CLASS CONTENT

LECTURE

SELF DIRECTED LEARNING

ELEMENTS

BSBDES303A / MSFID4004 / MSFB4002

TASK DUE

1
  • Overview of course and  briefing of terrace house renovation  Task 1
  • Dog Model warm up exercise

 

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

2

 
  • Discuss options for recording developmental process for assessments
  • Spatial planning intro

Bubble diagrams

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

3

 
  • Introduction to model making
  • Spatial planning in  3D

 

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

4

 

Briefing Task 2 A+B

  • Looking at more detailed spatial planning

Sourcing of furniture
Collecting, organising, and recording process.

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

Work on documenting your process

 

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

Task 1 due

Working Model

 

5
  • Review and evaluation of exploration in Studio class
  • Start furniture models of furniture(draw, sketch up, photograph

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

6

Tutorial / studio work

  • Source fabrics (scan, web )

Consider pattern, scale and curves in Photoshop

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

Work on documenting your process

 

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

7

Self-directed learning for Monday classes

investigation & exploration of your process

 

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

8
  • Briefing Task 2B + 3
  • Intro kitchen spatial planning

 

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

Task 2A due

3D Furniture Options

 

9
  • Commence Kitchen Schematic

 

It is recommended students research & source – fixtures, fittings, finishes & soft furnishings as self directed learning –

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

10

Tutorial/studio work

  • Sketch out kitchen plans (use eventually working model)

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

Work on documenting your process

 

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

11

Tutorial/studio work

  • Draft and sketch details

Students are required to complete 3hrs of SDL per wk. across clustered  subjects

Work on documenting your process

 

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

Mid semester break 19 September – 2.October 2016

12

 

Tutorial/studio work

  • Draft and work on furniture schedule

Implementing feedback from tutorial review.

Work on documenting your process

 

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

13

 

Tutorial/studio work

  • Model class

Implementing feedback from tutorial review.

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

14

 

Tutorial/studio work

  • Draft and model

Implementing feedback from tutorial review.

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

15

 

Tutorial/studio work

  • Layout of package

Implementing feedback from tutorial review.

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

 

16

 

 Cup Day holiday Finalizing studio work & make final submission

 

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 6.3

Task 2B  due 

Furniture schedule and layout

Task 3 due

Kitchen bound package + model

17

 

Review & re-submission as applicable

 

Schedule is subject to change


Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.Schedule is subject to change


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

Mitton, M., 2012, Interior Design Visual Presentation: A Guide to Graphics, Models and Presentation Techniques, 4th Edition, John Wiley & Sons, New York

9780470619025

Ching, F., 2011, Building Construction Illustrated, 4th Edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

9781118010112

Ching, F., Binggeli, C., 2012, Interior Design Illustrated, 3rd Edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

9781118181737

Panero, J. & Zelnik, M., 1979, Human Dimension & Interior Space: A Source Book of Design Reference Standards, 1st Edition, Witney Library of Design an imprint of Watson-Guptill Publications, New York

0823072711

Other Resources

Students may be required to use some of the following materials in preparation of drawings and models for this course:

  • drawing pencils, pens and markers
  • scale ruler, metal ruler, adjustable set square
  • paper
  • clays and other plastic compounds (plasticene, plaster)
  • cutting tools (scissors, knives, blades)
  • fibres, tape, sting
  • foamcore, polystyrene
  • glue
  • recycled/found materials
  • measuring tools
  • wire
  • papers, cardboard and paper pulp
  • pliers
  • relevant and current hardware and software
  • wood, metal, fabric, plastic

The university Library has extensive resources for Interior Design Students.

The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies http://rmit.libguides.com/interiordecoration

The Library provices guides on academic referencing  http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing

and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course will be project based.


Assessment Tasks

Assessment Tasks in this course are either formative or summative.  Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both.

To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.

Task 1 -Working model + Process Journal + Concept presentation due week 4

Task 2 A Furniture options due week 8  

Task 2B Furniture schedule + Terrace House layout  due week 16

Task 3 Kitchen model + Bound package + presentation due week 16 

 

RMIT Grade Table

CHD    Competent with High Distinction
CDI     Competent with Distinction
CC      Competent with Credit
CAG    Competency Achieved - Graded
NYC    Not Yet Competent
DNS    Did not submit for assessment

All work for Assessable Tasks is required to be submitted on the due date and time as outlined in the Assessment Briefs.


Assessment Matrix

For Assessment Matrix, please refer to Blackboard link located in MyRMIT in the relevant course folder.

Other Information

Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstrations and production.  It is strongly advised that students attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.

Feedback - 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.
Student feedback at RMIT :http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=9pp3ic9obks7 (unresolved)

Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy :http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=vj2g89cve4uj1 (unresolved)

Special Consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfacory 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.  Please refer to the following URL for extensions and special consideration.  http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration/online

Cover Sheet for Submissions
All students must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work.  This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.  Please refer to the following URL for further information regarding plagiarism. http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity

Work not seen in progress
If a student hands in any work that the teacher has never seen in class or discussed with the student prior to the submission, the teacher can refuse to assess the work on the basis of authentication issues.

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 go to Academic Integrity :
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kw02ylsd8z3n (unresolved)

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