Course Title: Explore the use of colour
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2017
Course Code: GRAP5353C
Course Title: Explore the use of colour
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5325 - Diploma of Visual Merchandising
Course Contact: Ben Mastwyk
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254819
Course Contact Email: ben.mastwyk@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge required to explore the use of colour and to apply colour theory.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES301A Explore the use of colour |
Element: |
1. Source information on colour and colour theory
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Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and access sources of information on colour and colour theory 1.2 Evaluate and collate information to build knowledge of colour and its application in different contexts |
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2. Experiment with colour
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Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Test different colours and colour-combinations through experimentation 2.2 Use own ideas as a way of testing, challenging or confirming colour theory 2.3 Ensure safe use of materials, tools and equipment during experimentation with colour |
Element: |
3. Communicate concepts and ideas through use of colour |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Investigate how colour might be used to communicate a particular idea or concept 3.2 Select materials, tools and equipment relevant to the idea or concept 3.3 Apply colour to communicate the concept or idea based on own knowledge of colour and colour theory 3.4 Review and reflect on own use of colour and what it communicates 3.5 Seek and obtain feedback from others about the way colour has been used and its success in communicating the concept or idea 3.6 Present and store work any samples in a way which takes account of the need for professional presentation and potential relevance for future work |
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:
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• online research
• 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:
• online research
• independent project based work
Teaching Schedule
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Learning Resources
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Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills.
Assessment tasks are:
Exercises and one major project
Please note: All Assessment tasks need to be completed before competency is achieved. A number of tasks will be formative to show your progress and development of skills and knowledge throughout the semester. The final task will be summative to provide a level of performance in addition to your competency.
The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Colour Report
Part 1. Colour Tests
Complete online colour tests. Be sure to save or screenshot results as evidence.
Part 2. Colour Theory Resource File
Create a resource file of colour reference tools to refer to for design projects including colour types, colour relationships, colour meanings and colour names
Part 3. Chosen Colour Mood Board
1 board exploring the use of a chosen colour. Include information on colour use and meaning.
Part 4. Colour Relationship Hunt
Find and photograph 3 examples for each of the 6 colour relationships (Monochromatic, Complementary, Split Complementary, Double Complementary, Analogous, Triad). Caption the images with the colour names and meanings.
Assessment Matrix
Elements/PCs |
Visual ID / Career Pack |
Colour Report |
E:1 (PC 2) |
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1-2 |
E:2 (PC 3) |
1-3 |
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E:3 (PC 6) |
2-6 |
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