Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2017

Course Code: GRAP5385C

Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design

School: 340T Art

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4373 - Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging

Course Contact: Program Administration

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4472

Course Contact Email: visualart@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Michelle Williams
michelle.williams@rmit.edu.au
Sessional days: Tuesday + Thursday

Nominal Hours: 65

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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

In this course you will be able to source, understand and apply information on design history and theory with particular emphasis on design in photography. This course will cover current and more traditional trends in design and examine photographic design history and theory.
You will be identifying and producing images that demonstrate the critical elements and principles of design that contribute to a final image or work.

This is also reflected in the training and assessment of this unit.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBDES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design

Element:

1 Collect information on design history and theory

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on design history and theory

1.2 Organise research material and findings for current or future use in design practice, facilitating easy access and cross-referencing

Element:

2 Apply information to own area of work

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Evaluate information in the context of current design practice

2.2 Assess which aspects of information on design history and theory could be used or adapted to inform current practice

2.3 Use relevant information in a culturally appropriate way to develop an understanding of own area of work

Element:

3 Update and maintain knowledge of design trends

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of design trends and developments

3.2 Incorporate and integrate knowledge into design activities

Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to source, understand and apply information on design history and theory with particular focus on design in photography. You will be able to identify and produce images that demonstrate the critical elements and principles of design that contribute to a final image or work.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities will include, but are not limited to:

  • lectures & tutorials
  • class exercises
  • class presentations
  • group discussion
  • online research
  • work shopping of students’ own images
  • research (online/library/public displays/galleries)
  • independent project based work

 


Teaching Schedule

 

Class content 

Assessment Due 

 

 

 SEMESTER 2

 

 

WK1

No Face to face lecture – to start week 2

In class Tutorial – Welcome and Teacher Introduction. Orientation, semester overview, assessment and planning

In class Exercise – The Visual Language – In 1 hour, go out onto the street and find and photograph the initials of your name. Come back to class, process and upload the images to Blackboard.

 

 

 

 

Class exercise week 1 upload

 

WK 2

Face to face Lecture - Intro to Design Elements and Principles - The Frame. Intro into the first assessable task ‘The Frame’. Introduction into TASK 1 The Frame

In class Tutorial – Images from Week 1 class exercise class review and critique

In class Exercise – The Visual Language – In 1 hour, go out onto the street and find and photograph the initials of your name. Come back to class, process and upload the images to Blackboard.

 

Prac Exercise - Local shoot 1, The Frame

Class exercise week 1 upload & review

 

WK3

Face to face Lecture - Design Elements Lecture - Composition and the Rule of Thirds

In class Tutorial – Review Student images The Frame

 

 

 

WK 4

Face to face Lecture – Critiquing Images

VIDEO - Guest Interview Mike Emmett Redfish Blue Fish

 

In class Tutorial – Student Presentation of images TASK 1 THE FRAME

 

SUBMISSION – TASK 1 FRAME DUE

3 Images and complete report for 1 image.

 

WK 5

Face to face Lecture - Design Elements Lecture – Line and the journey through the image. , Intro into the second assessable task ‘Line and Shape’. Introduction into TASK 2 ‘Line and Shape’

In class Tutorial – Student Presentation of images TASK 1 THE FRAME

Practical exercise - Local Shoot 2 - Line

 SUBMISSION – TASK 1 FRAME DUE

3 Images and complete report for 1 image.

 

WK 6

Face to face Lecture - Design Elements Lecture – Line continued.. Direction, Scale, Repetition & Alignment

In class Tutorial – Review Student images on design element - Line

Practical exercise - Local Shoot 2 - Line

 

 

 

WK 7

Face to face Lecture - Design Elements Lecture - Shape, Form & Balance & Space.

In class Tutorial – Review Student images on design element - Line

Practical exercise - Local Shoot 3 - Shape

 

 

 

WK 8

Face to face Lecture - Design Lecture – Shape, Form & Balance & Space continued … Gestalt Theory

In class Tutorial – Review student progressive images for Shape Practical Exercise.

Practical exercise - Local Shoot 3 - Shape

 

 

WK9

Face to face Lecture – Colour – Awareness, Structure. Colour in class exercise.

In class Tutorial – Student Presentation of images TASK 2 LINE AND SHAPE

Practical exercise - Local Shoot 4 - Colour

 SUBMISSION – TASK 2  LINE AND SHAPE DUE

6 Images and complete report for 1 image.

 

WK10

Face to face Lecture – Design Lecture - Light the Photographers element. Intro into the forth assessable task ‘Folio and a written paper’

In class Tutorial – Student Presentation of images TASK 2 LINE AND SHAPE

Practical exercise - Local Shoot 4 - Colour

 SUBMISSION – TASK 2  LINE AND SHAPE DUE

6 Images and complete report for 1 image.

 

WK11

Face to face Lecture – Design Lecture - Light the Photographers element.

In class Tutorial – Review of practical exercise on Colour   

Practical exercise - Local Shoot 5 – Light

 

 

WK12

Face to face Lecture – Design Lecture - Light the Photographers element.

In class Tutorial – Review of practical exercise on Light & images for TASK 3   

 

 

 

WK13

Face to face Lecture – Genius Of Photography Video

 

In class Tutorial - Review of practical exercise on Light & images for TASK 3   

 

 

 

WK 14

Face to face Lecture – Guest Lecture TBC

 

In class Tutorial – Student Presentation of images TASK 3 Folio and written paper

 

SUBMISSION – TASK 3 Folio and written paper

2 Images and analysis report

 

WK 15

Face to face Lecture – Overview and student assignments discussion

 

In class Tutorial – Student Presentation of images TASK 3 Folio and written paper

 

SUBMISSION – TASK 3 Folio and written paper

2 Images and analysis report

 

WK 16

Face to face Lecture - Overview and student assignments discussion

In class Tutorial – Re submissions and final review of assessments.

FINAL REVIEW and 

RE-SUBMISSIONS.

 

 

 

 

  


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None


References

The Photographer's Eye - Composition and Design for Better Digital Photos. Focal Press, 2007

The Photographer's Eye, The Museum of Modern Art, New York, 2007

You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information and to make use of RMIT's library database facilities


Other Resources

RMIT can provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online system.
RMIT has a range of equipment available for students to use to complete their assignments including access to RMIT labs with computers, server storage space and required software to complete exercises and assignments. Many students prefer to also have their own personal computer with current Photoshop, Acrobat, Bridge and editing software as well as personal data storage devices (generally a minimum of two)


Overview of Assessment

Assessment in this class requires you to:
• Integrate a specific Design element into your images
• Research & analyse work by well known photographers
• Arrange typographical elements within an image utilising the principles and elements of design and photography

 


Assessment Tasks

To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You must submit all pieces of assessment in order for your competency to be assessed in this course.

Assessment tasks are either ungraded or graded. Results for graded assessment tasks are equally weighted and averaged to provide your final grade.
For further information on the assessment and grading criteria, please refer to the course Blackboard site.

Assessment items include:

UNGRADED ASSESSMENT

Weekly Class Exercises - Local Shoots 1 – 5

5 class exercise shoots as a pdf. 
Students are required to apply the key elements discussed in the lecture and incorporate these into images photographed locally which are then uploaded to Blackboard as a pdf proof sheet. 

Due weekly in tutorials

Task 1 – Frame shooting exercise and Design Elements Evaluation Report

Short shooting exercise highlighting the frame – you will be required to select a subject and produce 3 images exploring your chosen subject visually from three different perspectives. Complete the 6 questions in the online Design Element Evaluation Report for Task 1.
Due - week 4

Task 2 – Line & Shape shooting exercise and Design Elements Evaluation Report

Line - Short shooting exercise highlighting the use of leading lines in the image.
Using your subject from Task 1, produce 3 images exploring the design element of line within your chosen subject.

Shape - Short shooting exercise highlighting the use of Shape and Form in your images.
Again, use the location selected for your Line shoot and produce 3 images exploring the design element of Shape and Form within your chosen subject.
Complete the 6 questions in the online Design Element Evaluation Report for Task 2 for 1 image only. 

Due - week 9

GRADED ASSESSMENT

Task 4 – Two Folio images

Using Light as a key design element, select two other design elements and produce two images of your choice of subject
that portray those design elements clearly. The images must be of different subjects and different locations.
You will also provide a written report describing the dominant design elements you’ve included in the images and how these support and strengthen the work.

Due - week 14

Grades used in this unit are as follows:
CHD - Competent with High Distinction
CDI   - Competent with Distinction
CC    - Competent with Credit
CAG -  Competency Achieved – Graded
CA -  Competency Achieved - Ungraded
NYC  - Not Yet Competent
DNS  - Did Not Submit for Assessment


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in 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: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students

 

Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=x3ddsmsrwa1hz

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.
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Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress

Adjustments to Assessment
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.
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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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/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 require 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.
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