Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2013
Course Code: GRAP5299C
Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5249 - Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration
Course Contact : Jennifer Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819
Course Contact Email:design.tafe@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Jenni Woods jennifer.woods@rmit.edu.au
Accelerated Program Co-ordinator - Nancy Everingham nancy.everingham@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 65
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
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source information on design history and theory, and to apply that information to one’s own area of work.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES305A Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
Element: |
1. Collect information on history and theory of design |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Identify and access relevant sources of information on design history and theory |
Element: |
2. Apply information to own area of work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Evaluate information in the context of current design practice |
Element: |
3. Update and maintain knowledge of design trends |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of design trends and developments |
Learning Outcomes
This unit applies to individuals who work in design and need to develop and maintain a general knowledge of design history and theory.
Details of Learning Activities
In Class activities will include:
- Lectures
- Guest Speakers
- Peer teaching and class presentations
- Group discussion
- Teacher directed group activities/projects
- Workshopping of student projects
- Analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- Creative thinking techniques
Out of Class activities will include:
- Online research
- Independent project based work
- Industry related excursions
- Gallery/Exhibition visits
Self Directed Learning
Some activities will include a self directed learning approach; self directed learning refers to organised activities that students undertake independently, either as individuals or with other students that are supervised by a teacher. This may include workplace research, library assignments, field trips and work placements.
Teaching Schedule
WEEK | CLASS CONTENT | ELEMENTS |
1 | Workshop at NGV International - Writing for Design | 1,2,3 |
2 | Introduction and Course Outline. Early Civilisations lecture | 1,2,3 |
3 | Classic Civilisations : Ancient Greek lecture | 1,2,3 |
4 | Classic Civilisations : Ancient Roman lecture | 1,2,3 |
5 | The Exotic East lecture | 1,2,3 |
6 | Medieval Period lecture | 1,2,3 |
7 | Renaissance lecture | 1,2,3 |
8 | Baroque lecture | 1,2,3 |
9 | Rococo lecture | 1,2,3 |
10 | Neo-Classicism lecture | 1,2,3 |
11 | Victorian lecture | 1,2,3 |
12 | Arts & Crafts/Art Nouveau lecture | 1,2,3 |
13 | Art Deco lecture | 1,2,3 |
14 | Modernism lecture | 1,2,3 |
15 | Mid 20th Century lecture | 1,2,3 |
16 | Late 20th Century lecture | 1,2,3 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Abercrombie & Whiton, Interior Design & Decoration, 6th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall |
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Pile, J., The History of Interior Design, 3rd Edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. |
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Miller, J., Furniture, 1st Edition, Dorling Kindersley |
9781405358 |
Stapleton, M. & Stapleton, I., Australian House Styles, 1st Edition, Flannel Flower Press |
1875253130 |
Other Resources
Students are required to have access to a computer, the internet and relevant and current hardware and software
Overview of Assessment
Evidence of the following is essential:
• knowledge of the history and theory of design and how this may be applied in design practice
• application of research and evaluation skills.
Assessment Tasks
Assessement Task 1 - Design History Blog
Students will complete a total of 3 Blog posts on particular periods of Interior Design and Decoration history and share on a collaborative Blog for comment and feedback
Assessment Task 2 - Design History Quiz
Weekly 10 question in class quiz to review knowledge of previous lecture topic
Assessment Matrix
For Assessment Matrix, please refer to Blackboard link located in MyRMIT in the relevant course folder.
Other Information
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstrations and production. It is strongly advised that students attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
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 of Time. Please refer to the following URL for extensions and special consideration. http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration/online
Cover Sheet for Submissions
All students must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. Please refer to the following URL for further information regarding plagiarism. http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity
Work not seen in progress
If a student hands in any work that the teacher has never seen in class or discussed with the student prior to the submission, the teacher can refuse to assess the work on the basis of authentication issues.
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