Course Title: Refine digital art techniques
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2014
Course Code: VART6289C
Course Title: Refine digital art techniques
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5316 - Diploma of Graphic Design
Course Contact: Leigh Milward
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9426
Course Contact Email: leigh.milward@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 80
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to refine your techniques in working with digital media. You will develop your own digital style through a body of creative work, this will be achieved by a process of research, refinement and evaluation of techniques.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVDIG501A Refine digital art techniques |
Element: |
1. Research digital media ideas and techniques |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Support professional practice by expanding own knowledge of historical and contemporary digital media practice |
Element: |
2. Select digital media techniques for refinement |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Consider the opportunities offered by different digital media techniques |
Element: |
3. Consolidate digital media technique to professional level |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Establish and follow safe work practices for selected techniques |
Element: |
4. Evaluate own digital media technique |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1. Evaluate development of own technique with others and seek feedback |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In class activities will include:
• lectures
• design games
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• independent project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• class exercises to review discussions/lectures
• ‘workshopping’ of student projects
Out of class activities will include:
• lectures
• excursions
• independent project based work
• Gallery visits/Conferences
• Online research
Teaching Schedule
| 1 | Formative task 1: Folio of techniques. Introduction to masks and clipping paths | 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 3.6 |
| 2 | Formative task 1: Folio of techniques. Complex masks, blending modes | 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 3.6 |
| 3 | Formative task 1: Folio of techniques. Layer styles, logo mock-up | 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 3.6 |
| 4 | Formative task 1: Folio of techniques. Layer styles, ergonomics graphic | 1,2, 1.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 3.4, 3.5 |
| 5 | Formative Task 1 due (start of class). Formative task 2: Research project. Planning, research. | 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 2,2, 2.3, 3.6 |
| 6 | Formative task 2: Research project. Apply research, create assets. | 1.5, 2.3, 3.5 |
| 7 | Excursion (combined with other subjects) | 2.1 |
| 8 | Formative task 2: Research project. Refine techniques, seek feedback. | 2.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 3.4, 3.6 |
| 9 | Formative task 2: Research project. Peer feedback activity. | 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 3.4, |
| 10 |
Formative task 2: Research project (due at the start of class) Summative Task 1: Folio of techniques. Determine subject. Plan the next 5 weeks. Gather resources. Find examples of contemporary and historical examples of technique. Research wiki. |
1.1-1.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, |
| 11 | Summative Task 1: Folio of techniques. Class discussion: intellectual property. Resolving technical issues test. | 1.1-1.4, 2.1-4, 3.6 |
| 12 | Summative Task 1: Folio of techniques. Peer feedback activities and refinement. | 2.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 3.4, |
| 13 | Summative Task 1: Folio of techniques. Submit one finished piece for assessment and feedback. | 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 3.3, 3.4, |
| 14 | Summative Task 1: Folio of techniques. Self-evaluation – opprtunities for refinement. | 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 3.4, 3.6 |
| 15 | Summative Task 1: Folio of techniques. Submit finished pieces for assessment. (end of class) | 3.3, 3.5-7 |
| 16 | Summative Task 1: Folio of techniques. Debrief and self-reflection activities (part of the assessment) | 3.5-7 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None required |
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at the course myRMIT site (Blackboard) and also for Google Docs and Google Groups via your student Google Account for ongoing updated information. A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year. Additional information relating to this will be provided on an ongoing basis. A digital resource folder resides on network server. Further information regarding access to this is available in the ‘Computer Survival Kit’ provided during orientation.
You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.
Amongst the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access Lynda.com for online tutorials and lessons. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning.
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access of the library resources.
resources.
The University Library has extensive resources for Graphic Design students. The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies http://rmit.libguides.com/graphicartanddesign
The Library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/librarians/dsc
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment tasks will require you demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through practical projects and/or written tasks. Assessment tasks in this course are:
- Design Project 1
- Design Project 2
Design Project 3
Assessment Tasks
Tasks in this course are either formative or summative. Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both.
Formative tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered essential building blocks for the more substantial summative assessment tasks and you should engage in all formative tasks.
This course has one Summative Taskf which must be completed. You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard.
Task 2 (formative)
A folio of exercises: basic masks, clipping paths, complex masking, layer styles and a graphic on ergonomics. Each exercise must be completed to an acceptable level. This assessment will be used to identify trengths and areas for improvement. Due week 5
Task 3: Research project (summative)
Students will research techniques and apply them to a photographic portrait. Students will then refine these images based on feedback and to establish a unique sense of style. Work will be assessed on the quality of work, technical expertise and refinement of work based on feedback. There is some scope for negotiation on the topics. The main aim of this assessment task is to provide feedback and experience, as well as moving toward the development of a unique style. Due week 10
The summative task will determine the grade for this course.
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency based assessment, but which also use graded assessment:
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
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
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that you 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 (unresolved)
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Student progress policy
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Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
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 (unresolved)
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