Course Title: Research and evaluate processes and products

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2018

Course Code: MKTG8002C

Course Title: Research and evaluate processes and products

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 9925 9233

Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Lucy Adam

ph: 9925 9421

email: lucy.adam@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 80

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 engage in the research process to consider business opportunities for new textile processes and/or products. Investigation of local and global trends that impact technical and digital change over time will help you to consider new possibilities for creative enterprises. Consideration of the various constraints that affect these changes, ie, human resources, materials, financial budgets and timelines will be considered as you develop strategic plans for success. 

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:

  • MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSTGN6003 Research and evaluate processes and products

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 Identify global and domestic trends 

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Research and forecast global and domestic trends in relation to identified processes and products 2.2 Investigate developments in technology and digital capabilities to ensure all possibilities are considered 2.3 Identify implications of global and domestic trends on local industry

Element:

3 Determine manufacturing capabilities or implications 

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Identify manufacturing capabilities for identified products and/or process in consultation with relevant personnel 3.2 Consider issues, such as human resources, materials, financial restraints, equipment capabilities, timelines, efficiency, workplace procedures and WHS practices 3.3 Interpret specifications and establish availability of resources 3.4 Determine options or requirements for external resources to undertake parts of work when defining production capabilities

Element:

4 Contribute to strategic planning 

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Clarify planning parameters, in consultation with production development, sales and marketing team, management and client, where required 4.2 Establish, analyse and interpret procedures, where required 4.3 Develop a strategy plan and critical path plan, when necessary 4.4 Identify and consider resources required and constraints when formulating strategic plan for new products or processes

Element:

5 Prepare reports and presentations 

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Identify and compile relevant information 5.2 Check data for accuracy and relevance, when required 5.3 Prepare reports and presentations


Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in investigating technological and digital capabilities for the production of textile product and/or processes; that has been informed by researching local and global trends in the textile industry. You will also have demonstrated the required skills and knowledge to prepare reports for presentations to relevant personnel, consulted with client/s, sales and marketing resources and/or production specialists to establish strategic plans.     


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities may include:

  • class exercises to review discussions/lectures
  • Blog/Wiki or other online discussion and participation
  • analysis/critique of relevant reading material
  • design activities or projects
  • guest lecture/presentation
  • group discussion
  • research
  • independent project based work
  • group activities/projects


Teaching Schedule

­WEEK/

Class content

Student Activity

Unit of Competency and elements

  1. 9 Feb

Overview of course content and assessment requirements. Join Google communities, online use and etiquette and expectations

 

Current Practices and global and domestic sustainability trends. Findings to be shared with the class and complied in the Shared Google Docs Workbook Group discussion.

Warm up class discussion. What are the big issues and Sustainability Trends?

 

Join our Google community

 

Topic 1: Business making a difference or choose your own topic to get the semester started

First instalment for Google Docs Journal (This is to be completed and uploaded before the 16th Feb)

 

MSMENV472

Elements 1

MSTGN6003

Elements 2,5

  1. 16 Feb

Innovation in Production; Key directions for textiles and sustainability in the future. Watch/Next Black

 

Discussion, critical reading and writing

Topic: Innovation in Production, future trends, technology and textiles, new materials

Begin 2nd instalment for Google Docs Journal. (this is to be completed and uploaded before 23rd  Feb)

 

Google communities –posting /discussion

MSMENV472

Elements 2

MSTGN6003

Elements 2,5

 

Guest Speaker

  1. 23 Feb

 

Charles Kovess (CEO) from Textile & Composite Industries Pty Ltd @RMIT

 

Textile & Composite Industries Pty Ltd (TCI) has developed new processing methods for processing industrial hemp; fibre extraction and conversion of raw hemp materials. 

 

Participate in Charles’s presentation and discussion

 

Topic: New Technologies with Fibre Production and designing with sustainable materials

Begin 3rd instalment for Google Docs Journal. (this is to uploaded before 2nd March)

 

Google communities –posting /discussion

MSMENV472

Elements 3

MSTGN6003

Elements 1,5

EXCURSION

 

  1. 2 March

John Condilis  Nobody Denim @10:00am Thornbury

 

Be in Thornbury at 10am sharp

 

Topic: Ethics in fashion and Textiles, ECA accreditation, transparent supply chains

 

Begin 4th instalment for Google Docs Journal. (this is to uploaded before 9th March)

MSMENV472

Elements 1,2

MSTGN6003

Elements 3,5

EXCURSION

  1. 9 March

Marty Dillion OCC Apparell @ 9:30-11:30 (Melton)

Tour on the day will include:

·         Fabric knitting mill

·         Dye house

·         Finishing

·         Quality control/testing

·         Fabric showroom

·         Finished garment showroom

Be in Melton at 9:30am sharp.

Topic: Local manufacturing, accreditations and standards

Begin 5th instalment for Google Docs Journal. (This is to uploaded before 14th March)

 

Google communities –posting /discussion

MSMENV472

Elements 1

MSTGN6003

Elements 1,4,5

Guest Speaker

  1. 16

March

Rachel Bucknall and Nicki Colls, Melbourne Fibre Shed Affiliate

 

 

Topic: Local fibre economies and supply chains, carbon footprint of fashion and textiles, role of farming in textile production

 

Begin 6th instalment for Google Docs Journal. (This is to uploaded by the end of the day)

 

Google communities –posting /discussion

 

Google Docs Journal and Google communities due

MSMENV472

Elements 1

MSTGN6003

Elements 3,5

 

  1. 23 March

 Planning for Fashion Revolution week

Working on ethical design project

MSMENV472

Elements

1,2

MSTGN6003

Elements 3,5

Easter Break 29 March – 4 April

 

EXCURSION

  1. 6 April

Great Ocean Road Woollen Mills

 

 

Working on ethical design project

MSMENV472

Elements

1,2

MSTGN6003

Elements

3,5

Guest Speaker

  1. 13 April

Ethical Clothing Australia

 

Planning for Fashion Revolution week

 

MSMENV472

Elements 2

MSTGN6003

Elements 3,5

  1. 20

April

Planning for Fashion Revolution Week

Ethical Design project due

 

MSMENV472

Elements 4

MSTGN6003

Elements 5

  1. 27 April

FASHION REVOLUTION WEEK

(23rd April – 29th)

 

 

MSMENV472

Elements 4

MSTGN6003

Elements 5

  1. 4 May

Sustainability Audit Plan

 

Analysis of current work practices, materials use, purchasing strategies. This will involve developing an environmental policy and investigating resource usage

Working on Sustainability Audit Plan

 

MSMENV472

Elements 1,2,3,4

MSTGN6003

Elements

1,3

  1. 11 May

Sustainability Audit Plan

 

Analysis of process. The way you operate your processes will impact on the environment. What are the environmental impacts from your processes? You will need to determine manufacturing capabilities, limitations and opportunities

Working on Sustainability Audit Plan

 

 

MSMENV472

Elements 1,2,3,4

MSTGN6003

Elements

4,5

  1. 18  May

Sustainability Audit Plan

 

Implement strategies and set targets for improvement.

Your Audit Plan will conclude with descriptions of how you will monitor, implement and make environmental improvements in the future making mention of any relevant organisations, accreditations or certifications.

Working on Sustainability Audit Plan

 

MSMENV472

Elements

1,2,3,4

MSTGN6003

Elements

4,5

  1. 24 May

Sustainability Audit plan Due

Most Significant Change Reflection

Sustainability Audit plan Due

 

MSMENV472

Elements 4

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Campaigns, Platforms and Other Important Organizations:

Clean Clothes Campaign
www.cleanclothes.org

Ethical Fashion Forum
www.ethicalfashionforum.com

Fair Trade Foundation
www.fairtrade.org.uk

Environmental Justice Foundation
ejfoundation.org

The Good Guide
www.goodguide.com

Greenpeace Detox Campaign
www.greenpeace.org/international/en/campaigns/toxics/detox/


Overview of Assessment

Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include two projects and presentation of a folio to a panel of industry experts. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on My RMIT.


Assessment Tasks

 

  1. Google Docs journal and Google communities – Due 16th March 2018

This assessment requires you to complete weekly writing tasks and upload them to our Google Docs journal for sharing with your class. These writing tasks will be the focus of the posts and discussion on our Google community.

 

  1. Ethical Design Project – Due 20th April 2018

The ethical design project involves the application of textile design techniques to a blank t-shirt. Your design direction will also be informed by Fashion Revolution Week and the Modern Slavery Act.  This project is aimed at enabling students to raise awareness and convey critical issues through textile design.

 

  1. Sustainability Audit Plan – Due 24th May 2018

You will undertake a personal audit of a textile project. An analysis of all materials and processes will be required and presented as a report. This assessment task is designed to enable you to monitor and investigate current resource usage, develop plans to improve sustainability and implement environmental improvements.

 


Assessment Matrix

Assessment matrix is available upon request from the Program Coordinator 

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://www.rmit.edu.au/staff/studentadmin/assessment/authorisation

 

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress

 

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment

 

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

 

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