Course Title: Analyse fashion industry textiles to guide commercial development
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2019
Course Code: GRAP5395C
Course Title: Analyse fashion industry textiles to guide commercial development
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C6158 - Advanced Diploma of Textile Design and Development
Course Contact: Deborah Wills-Ives
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259233
Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Rachelle Holowko
Nominal Hours: 60
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
In this course you will learn to apply research skills to explore the way textiles are used in the commercial fashion and clothing industries and how to make recommendations to inform commercial development. You will identify quality standards that are used to report on performance of textile products whilst working with raw materials, partially and fully finished textile products.
This course consists of 3 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other 2 units of competency in this clustered course are:
• MSTTD6003 Develop a textile product range
• MSTTD6001 Research commercial development of textiles
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTFD6009 Analyse fashion industry textiles to guide commercial development |
Element: |
1 Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
Element: |
2. Prepare to analyse fashion industry textiles |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Establish research objectives, criteria for research and develop a research plan 2.2 Research textiles used in fashion products to determine properties, qualities, aesthetic and performance characteristics 2.3 Investigate new and emerging textiles and textile processing techniques 2.4 Research global and domestic trends in using textiles for fashion products 2.5 Use a range of routine and non-routine tests to gather data on textiles |
Element: |
3 Research fashion products |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify fashion products or uses incorporating researched textile s 3.2 Research quality and performance characteristics of a sample range of partially completed or finished fashion products 3.3 Identify factors influencing quality of fashion products and examine product faults 3.4 Research global and domestic implications for use of fashion products 3.5 Use a range of routine and non-routine tests to gather data on fashion product quality |
Element: |
4 Analyse findings of textile research |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Analyse research findings against research objectives and criteria, and prioritise according to significance 4.2 Review methodology to identify any potential influences on findings 4.3 Analyse findings to establish potential contributions to commercial developments 4.4 Take into account intellectual property and ethical practice to select findings with most potential for further review |
Element: |
5 Evaluate and finalise research into fashion industry textiles |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Analyse features and benefits of selected findings 5.2 Analyse disadvantages or risks associated with selected findings 5.3 Develop recommendations on how findings can be used for commercial gain 5.4 Document research findings and recommendations 5.5 Check data for accuracy and relevance, and prepare a report for presentation |
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. You will be aware of the procedures and standards around testing textile products and be able to apply research skills and knowledge to gather critical data to inform commercial development of textiles in their various forms and end uses.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities in the course include:
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations in studio
- analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- design activities or projects
- peer learning
- guest lecture/presentation
- peer teaching and class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project based work
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Teaching Schedule
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.
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Class Activities |
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WEEK 1
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Assessment 1: Industry Brief
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Next week: Present Design Story Ideas to class
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WEEK 2
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Assessment 1: Industry Brief
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Next week: Assess 1 Progress Review |
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WEEK 3
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Assessment 1: Industry Brief
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WEEK 4
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Assessment 1: Industry Brief
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Assess 1 Due
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WEEK 5
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Assessment 2: Portfolio Research and Development
Assessment 3: Commercial and Technical Workbook |
Next week: Mood board presentations to class |
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WEEK 6
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Assessment 1: Feedback
Assessment 2: Portfolio Research and Development
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Next week: Competitor analysis presentations to class
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WEEK 7
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Assessment 2: Portfolio Research and Development
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Next week: Visual Diary Presentations to class
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WEEK 8
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Assessment 2: Portfolio Research and Development
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Next class bring: Yarn/Fabric for LAB testing
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Mid Semester Break
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WEEK 9
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Assessment 2: Portfolio Research and Development
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Next week: Croqui Development Presentations to class
Next class bring: Yarn/Fabric for LAB testing |
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WEEK 10
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Assessment 2: Portfolio Research and Development
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WEEK 11
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Assessment 2: Portfolio Research and Development
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WEEK 12
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Assessment 3: Commercial and Technical Workbook
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WEEK 13
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Assessment 3: Commercial and Technical Workbook
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Assessment 2 Due |
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WEEK 14
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Assessment 3: Commercial and Technical Workbook
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WEEK 15
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Assessment 3: Commercial and Technical Workbook
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Assessment 3 Due |
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WEEK 16
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Assessment Feedback |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Parrott, H 2013, Mark Making in Textile Art, Pavilion Book Company Ptd, London. |
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Tallon, K 2008, Digital Fashion Illustration with Photoshop and Illustrator, Batsford, London. |
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Messent, J 1998, Design Sources for Pattern, Madeira Thread Ltd, North Yorkshire. |
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Lazear, S 2010, Adobe Photoshop for Fashion Design, Pearson Education Inc, New Jersey. |
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Givoni, S 2015, Owning it: A creative's guide to copyright, contracts and the law, Creative Minds Publishing Pty, Ltd, Melbourne |
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Buechley, L, Peppler, K, Eisenberg, M, Kafai, Y 3013, Textile Messages; Dispatches from the World of E-Textiles and Educations, Peter Lang Publishing Inc, New York. |
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Thittichai, K 2009, Experimental Textiles; A journey through design, interpretation and inspiration, Batsford, London. |
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Aspelund, K 2006, The Design Process, Fairchild Publications Inc. |
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Quinn, B 2013, Textile Visionaries; Innovation and Sustainability in Textile Design, Laurence King Publishing Ltd, London. |
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Fernandez, A 2010, Fashion Print Design; From idea to final print, A&C Black Publishers, London. |
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Kiper, A 2014, Fashion Portfolio: Design + Presentation, Batsford, London |
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Kettley, S 2016, Designing with Smart Textiles, Bloomsbury Publishing Plc. |
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Colchester, C 1993, The New Textiles: Trends + Traditions, Thames and Hudson, London. |
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Hedly, G 2010, Drawn to Stitch: Line drawing and mark-making in textile art, Batsford, Loveland. |
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies.
The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include 3 projects. The first of these will be an Industry driven brief, where you will respond creatively and present your ideas and testing analysis/ documentation. The remaining 2 assessments are student-centred and support the research, design and production process to support your selected body of work within a print, knit or weave focus. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on My RMIT.
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.
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.
Students will be eligible for a graded result higher than Competency achieved only if competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period and on the first assessment attempt. Tasks assessed as ‘not yet competent’ on a first assessment attempt and ‘competent’ on a second or subsequent attempt are to have results amended to competent but will not be eligible for grading
Graded assessment in this course uses the following grades:
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
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
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include 3 projects. The first of these will be an Industry driven brief, where you will respond creatively and present your ideas and testing analysis/ documentation. The remaining 2 assessments are student-centred and support the research, design and production process to support your selected body of work within a print, knit or weave focus.
This course consists of 3 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other 2 units of competency in this clustered course are:
- MSTTD6003 Develop a textile product range
- MSTTD6001 Research commercial development of textiles
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria (Refer to MyRMIT for grading rubric).
Assessment 1: Industry Brief.
This assessment will develop your skills in creating a designing for a commercial client. You will begin by researching the Industry Partners brand and will then create a collection to fit in with their brand
Assessment 2: Portfolio Research and Development
This assessment will develop your skills in researching, analysing and comparing design competitors, products and fabrics. You will develop a mood boards for your Print/Knit/Weave Portfolio from which you will develop and create a range of 10 designs. You will then be required to create a cost estimate of producing a sample versus 100 units of one of your design items.
Assessment 3: Commercial and Technical Workbook
This assessment will develop your skills in researching, testing and analysing fabrics and yarns relevant to your Print/Knit/Weave Portfolio. You will develop your presentation skills by creating product boards to represent your Portfolio.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Program Coordinator)
Other Information
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Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work
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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.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
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 requires 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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