Course Title: Analyse use of colour in textiles
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: VART6455C
Course Title: Analyse use of colour in textiles
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4390 - Certificate IV in Textile Design, Development and Production
Course Contact: Deborah Wills-Ives
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9233
Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Rachelle Holowko
Availability: Tuesday 9.30-3.00
Thursday 10.00-12.30
Nominal Hours: 30
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
MSTGN2011
MSTTD4002
Course Description
In this course you will explore, experiment and analyse how you can apply the theory of colour to the design process for textile design and products, including the creation of new colour schemes.
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:
MSTTD4007 Analyse textile design influences
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTTD4012 Analyse use of colour in textiles |
Element: |
1 Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1 Determine job requirements
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Element: |
2 Prepare to analyse use of colour |
Performance Criteria: |
2 Prepare to analyse use of colour 2.1 Examine effects of colour dimensions 2.2 Identify relationship of colour theory to textile design process
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Element: |
3 Analyse suitable colour combinations to use in textile design |
Performance Criteria: |
3 Analyse suitable colour combinations to use in textile design 3.1 Develop colour combinations using computer software or manual processes 3.2 Use colour wheel and colour charts to assist colour investigations
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Element: |
4 Explore colour in textile design |
Performance Criteria: |
4 Explore colour in textile design 4.1 Identify different colour uses and compare for impact 4.2 Investigate colour forecasting options |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements and Performance Criteria. You will be able to identify the use of colour in textile designs and how to use colour wheels and colour charts as a tool to analyse the colour properties of textile products. You will be able to apply the theory of colour to match or complement colours to a range of different fabrics, trims and components as well as identifying visual effects caused by the different properties of textiles. You will be able to document these investigations and findings, on colour, for future reference.
Details of Learning Activities
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements and performance Criteria. You will be able to identify the use of colour in textile designs and how to use colour wheels and colour charts as a tool to analyse the colour properties of textile products. You will be able to apply the theory of colour to match or complement colours to a range of different fabrics, trims and components as well as identifying visual effects caused by the different properties of textiles. You will be able to document these investigations and findings, on colour, for future reference.
Teaching Schedule
Week 1 |
Overview of course content and assessment requirements. O,H&S induction. Significant, historical and cultural influences on textiles tutorial. Project 1: Journal, details of brief. Project 2:Research Presentations, details of brief. Library tour |
MSTTD4007 Elements 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4 MSTTD4012 Elements 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4 |
Week 2 |
Good working practice: analysing the design process and answering the brief tutorial. Project 2:Research Presentations, details of brief. Project 1: Journal activity, analysing the design process |
MSTTD4007 Elements 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 3.1, 3.2, 4.2 MSTTD4012 Elements 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4 |
Week 3 |
Colour theory: colour wheels, tints, tones, shades, primary, secondary, greyscale, tutorial followed by Project 1: Journal Activity |
MSTTD4007 Elements 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 MSTTD4012 Elements 2.1, 2.2 |
Week 4 |
Colour theory: colour wheels, tints, tones, shades, primary, secondary, greyscale, tutorial followed by Project 1: Journal Activity |
MSTTD4007 Elements 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 MSTTD4012 Elements 2.1, 2.2 |
Week 5 |
Elements and Principles of design tutorial. Group and individual exercises to identify elements and principles using industry resources |
MSTTD4007 Elements 3.3, 3.4, MSTTD4012 Elements 2.5 |
Week 6 |
Tutorial on how colour is used in Textile Design followed by group and independent activities developing colour wheels. Project 1:Journal activity |
MSTTD4007 Elements 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 MSTTD4012 Elements 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 |
Week 7 |
Project 2: Research Presentations. Student presentations scheduled Project 2: Research Presentations due
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MSTTD4007 Elements 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 7.4 MSTTD4012 Elements 2.5 |
Week 8 |
Project 2: Research Presentations. Student presentations scheduled |
MSTTD4007 Elements 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 7.4 MSTTD4012 Elements 2.5 |
Week 9 |
Project 2: Research Presentations. Student presentations scheduled. Project 3:Contemporary designer, details of brief |
MSTTD4007 Elements 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 7.4 MSTTD4012 Elements 2.5 |
Week 10 |
Colour matching tutorial. Independent and group activities using textile resources to develop colour matching abilities. Project 1:Journal activity |
MSTTD4007 Elements 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 6.6 MSTTD4012 Elements 3.2 |
Week 11 |
Guest Speaker TBC |
MSTTD4007 Elements 3.1, 3.2,4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.3 MSTTD4012 Elements 4.1, 4.2 |
Week 12 |
Putting together a design collection tutorial including colourways and coordinates. Independent and group exercises developing colour combinations. Project 1:Journal activity
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MSTTD4007 Elements 3.2, 6.1, 6.5, 6.6 MSTTD4012 Elements 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
Week 13 |
Sourcing information on textiles. Trend forecasting tutorial. Group and individual exercises to develop forecasting skills using industry resources. Project 1:Journal activity |
MSTTD4007 Elements 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3 MSTTD4012 Elements 4.2, 4.3 |
Week 14 |
Analyse textile construction techniques tutorial: Purpose and key features of textile products are identified, desired effects of design features are described, production techniques analysed, use of colour analysed. Project 1: Journal activity Individual and group activities analysing textile products. |
MSTTD4007 Elements 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 MSTTD4012 Elements 2.5, 4.1, 4.3 |
Week 15 |
Completion and submission of Project 3: Contemporary designer Completion and submission of Project 1: Journal |
MSTTD4007 Elements 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 7.1 ,7.3 MSTTD4012 Elements 4.3 |
Week 16 |
Assessment Feedback |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Harris, J 2004, 5000 years of textiles, British Museum, London.
Schoeser, M 2003, World textiles: a concise history, Thames and Hudson, London.
Gillow, J & Sentence, B 1999, World textiles: a visual guide, Little, Brown and Company, Boston.
Jenkins, D 2002, The Cambridge history of western textiles, Cambridge University Press, New York.
Boucher, F 1987, A history of costume in the west, Thames and Hudson, London.
Stappmanns, V & McEoin, E 2006, The Melbourne design Guide, Pub Lab.3000.
Phyland, J & De Silva, J 2006, Handmade in Melbourne, Pud GSP Books.
Jackson, L 2011, 20th century pattern design: textile wallpaper pioneers, Princeton Architectural Press.
Meller, S & Elffers, J 1991, Textile designs: Two hundred years of European and American patterns for printed fabrics organized by motif, style, color, layout and period, Harry N. Abrams.
Phillips, P & Bunce G 1992, Repeat patterns: a manual for designers, artists and architects, Thames and Hudson.
Callender, J 2012, 2000 pattern combinations for graphic, textile and craft designers, Batsford.
Russell, A 2011, The fundamentals of printed textile design, AVA Publishing.
WGSN 2017, Trend forecasting, WGSN, viewed 22 January 2017,
https://www.google.com/search?q=wgsn&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-b
You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information
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. 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 - MSTTD4007 Analyse textile design influences 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
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria
There are 3 Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Journal, Due: Week 15
The journal contains colour exercises, record sheets and analysis exercises. The activities are designed to be undertaken as self paced or group learning activities and will also be used as part of class discussion.
You must complete each task to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent. Specific criteria is provided on detailed project briefs
This unit is assessed with Unit MSTTD4012
Assessment Task 2: Research Presentations, Due: Week 7
The history of textiles provides an extremely rich source of inspiration and practical information for textile designers. This project will enable you to research, describe and analyse how historical textiles can influence contemporary textile design.
You must complete each task to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent. Specific criteria is provided on detailed project briefs
This unit is assessed with Unit MSTTD4012
Assessment Task 3: Contemporary Designer, Due: Week 15
Choose a professional artist/designer/craftsperson in a textile field that inspires you to interview. Analyse contemporary influences on their work, commercial considerations and production techniques.
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You must complete each task to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent. Specific criteria is provided on detailed project briefs
This unit is assessed with Unit MSTTD4012
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 for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
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Attendance:
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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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