Course Title: History and Theory of Design 2

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: History and Theory of Design 2

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

GRAP2739

RMIT University Vietnam

Undergraduate

840H School of Communication and Design

Face-to-Face

 Viet1 2018,
Viet2 2018,
Viet3 2018,
Viet2 2019,
Viet3 2019,
Viet1 2020,
Viet2 2020,
Viet1 2021,
Viet3 2021,
Viet1 2022,
Viet2 2022,
Viet3 2022,
Viet1 2023

GRAP2899

RMIT Vietnam Hanoi Campus

Undergraduate

840H School of Communication and Design

Face-to-Face

 Viet2 2020,
Viet2 2022,
Viet1 2023

Course Coordinator: Ken Rabin

Course Coordinator Phone: +84 348504298

Course Coordinator Email: ken.rabin@rmit.edu.vn

Course Coordinator Location: SGS; RMIT Vietnam

Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

History and Theory of Design 1 




Course Description

This course builds on design theory and history knowledge gained in the History and Theory of Design 1. You will deepen and extend your investigation of the history of design from its historical origins and development of new design approaches into the digital age. You will continue to approach the history with a focus on various design movements at various times; how they were influenced by, and embodied, their political, social and economic contexts.


This course draws on skills and knowledge learnt in History & Theory 1 and Design & Computing 1. 


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify and describe key movements and epochs in the history and theory of design and art.
  • Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of the place that design and art holds in society.
  • In reference to a body of knowledge, identify a personal position.
  • Formulate end express critical positions, both written and verbal.


Critically review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge from the history of design, and adapt this knowledge to diverse social, ethical and cultural contexts.

Critically review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge of diverse design theories, concepts and approaches, and adapt this knowledge to local and international contexts.


Overview of Learning Activities

You will be actively engaged in learning that involves a range of activities such as lectures, tutorials, class discussion, individual and group activities.


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT University will provide you with a range of resources and tools to engage in this course, including studio and workshop facilities, online systems and professional equipment. A selected range of supplies are available, as well as support from technical staff. You will also have access to a wide range of online resources through RMIT Vietnam University Library.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment is based an evaluation of your understanding of newly acquired knowledge of history and theory of design. Assignments are:

Research Assignment         35%

Written Assignment            30%

Presentation                      35%