Course Title: Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2012
Course Code: VART6040C
Course Title: Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief
School: 320T Design (TAFE)
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4158 - Certificate IV in Design
Course Contact : Ann Langusch
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9426
Course Contact Email:ann.langusch@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 30
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 explores and integrates colour theory and design processes using 2D and/or 3D space.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVDES04B Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief |
Element: |
1. Examine information on colour theory and design processes. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on colour theory and design processes. |
Element: |
2. Apply and combine colour theory and design processes to produce samples. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Select materials , tools and equipment required for the production of samples which integrate colour theory and design processes according to the needs of the brief. |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Participation in practical and individual exercises (manual and computer based), lectures, projects, research and referencing.
Some learning activities will include a self directed learning approach. Self-directed learning refers to organized teacher-directed learning activities that you will undertake independently, either as individuals or with other students. This may include workplace research, library assignments and fieldwork.
Teaching Schedule
1 | 9th Jul | Basic colour exercise in Photoshop. | 2.1-7 |
2 | 16th Jul | Seminar on Colour theory. Exercise to manipulate colour in Photoshop. | 1.1-2, 2.1-7 |
12 | 8th Oct | Illustrator exercises.Pen tool, blob brush, manage layers. | 1.1-2, 2.1-7 |
13 | 15th Oct | Project 4. Vector portrait. Prepare reference images, and place as templates. | 1.1-2, 2.1-7 |
14 | 22nd Oct | Project 4. Vector portrait. Render tonal portrait in vector. | 1.1-2, 2.1-7 |
15 | 29th Oct | Project 4. Vector portrait. Render tonal portrait in vector. | 1.1-2, 2.1-7 |
16 | 5th Nov | Project 5. Rework selected pieces in response to feedback. No class if scheduled for Monday.. | 1.1-2, 2.1-7 |
17 | 12th Nov | Project 5. Rework selected pieces in response to feedback. | 1.1-2, 2.1-7 |
18 onwards | 19th Nov | Project 5. Output selected pieces as prints. | 1.1-2, 2.1-7 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Josef Albers, Interaction of Colour. (Swanston Library Restricted collection. RARE 752A332.iJ) |
Other Resources
You will be required to purchase equipment and materials as specified on kit list.
Overview of Assessment
1 exercise
2 projects
Students will be tutored with a verbal and/or written evaluation of their progress, within class time.
A final assessment of Competency Achieved or Not Yet Competent will be given at the end of the course when students will submit all completed work.
To be deemed competent students must satisfactorily complete all Learning Elements and related Performance Criteria.
Grading will be offered in addition to, and after, competency based assessment.
Assessment Tasks
Project 4: Vector illustration. Self portrait theme, demonstrating how colour can be used to delineate form, and exploring the possibilities of colour manipulation in the vector medium.
Project 5. Folio production. Reworking of selected pieces and outputting as prints, demonstrating reflection on and exploration of ways of integrating colour theory and design processes.
Assessment Matrix
Mark Table
CHD Competency with High Distinction
CDI Competency with Distinction
CC Competency with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved Graded
NYC Not Yet Competent
Other Information
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration 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.
Please refer to the following URL for extensions and special consideration:
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.
www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity/students
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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