Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2015
Course Code: GRAP5334C
Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4312 - Certificate IV in Photo Imaging
Course Contact : Program Administration
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email:mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Naomi Herzog
Phone: 9925 4170
Email: naomi.herzog@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 65
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
NIL
Course Description
In this course you will be able to source, understand and apply information on design history and theory with particular emphasis on design in photography. This course will cover current and more traditional trends in design and examine photographic design history and theory.
You will be identifying and producing images that demonstrate the critical elements and principles of design that contribute to a final image or work.
This is also reflected in the training and assessment of this unit.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES305A Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
Element: |
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: |
Element 2. Apply information to own area of work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Evaluate information in the context of current design practice |
Element: |
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 3.2. Incorporate and integrate knowledge into design activities
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to source, understand and apply information on design history and theory with particular focus on design in photography. You will be able to identify and produce images that demonstrate the critical elements and principles of design that contribute to a final image or work.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities include, but are not limited to:
- Online lectures
- Online tutorials
- scheduled exercises to review progress work
- peer review and presentations
- group discussion
- online research
- independent project based work
Teaching Schedule
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Please 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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| Week | Class content | Assessment Tasks Due |
| 1 |
FACE TO FACE Lecture - intro to Design Elements and Principles - The Frame and other such dissections. Assignment briefing// Sem Overview & Planning timeline |
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| 2 |
Task 1 – the Frame •capture street shots ONLINE via Hangouts |
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| 3 |
Task 2 – Design Element – Line, focus and directing through an image •review videos ONLINE via Hangouts |
Task 1 Due |
| 4 |
Task 3 – Design Element – Shape/form and space in balance •review videos ONLINE via Hangouts |
Task 2 Due |
| 5 | Task 4 – Design Element – Colour Impact and persuasion •review videos •capture chosen subject •edit and post to journal ONLINE via Hangouts Tutorial critique groups meet via hangouts – review images online |
Task 3 Due |
| 6 |
Task 5 – Design Element – Light the Photographer’s element •review videos for task ONLINE via Hangouts |
Task 4 Due |
| 7 |
Task 6 – Design Principles – Balance, Proportion and Rhythm •review videos for task ONLINE via Hangouts |
Task 5 Due |
| 8 |
Task 6 continued – Contemporary Australian Photography – the view from within •review video ONLINE via Hangouts |
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| 9 |
Task 6 continued – Contemporary Chinese Photography – the Voice of the Dragon •review video ONLINE via Hangouts |
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| 10 | ONLINE via Hangouts Tutorial critique groups meet via hangouts – continue review of final images for task 6 – discuss work and descriptions online |
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| 11 | ONLINE via Hangouts Tutorial critique groups meet via hangouts – continue review of final images for task 6 – discuss work and descriptions online |
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| 12 | ONLINE via Hangouts Meet and review final works by each group |
Task 6 Graded Due |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Freeman M., The Photographer’s Eye - Composition and Design for Better Digital Photos. Focal Press, 2007 |
References
You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information and to make use of RMIT’s library database facilities. |
Other Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online system.
RMIT has a range of equipment available for students to use to complete their assignments including access to RMIT labs with computers, server storage space and required software to complete exercises and assignments. Many students prefer to also have their own personal computer with current Photoshop, Acrobat, Bridge and editing software as well as personal data storage devices (generally a minimum of two)
Overview of Assessment
Assessment in this class requires you to:
• Integrate a specific Design element into your images
• Research & analyse work by well known photographers
• Arrange typographical elements within an image utilising the principles and elements of design and photography
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.
Assessment tasks are either ungraded or graded. Results for graded assessment tasks are equally weighted and averaged to provide your final grade.
You must submit all pieces of assessment in order for your competency to be assessed in this course.
For further information on the assessment and grading criteria, please refer to the course Blackboard site.
Assessment items include:
UNGRADED ASSESSMENT
Task 1 – Frame shooting exercise
Short shooting exercise highlighting the frame – you will be required to select locations and produce 3 images for each location exploring each subject visually from differing perspectives.
Due - week 3
Task 2 – Line shooting exercise
Short shooting exercise highlighting the use of line in the image – using one of the locations from week 2, produce 3 images exploring the design element of line within your chosen subject.
Due - week 4
Task 3 – Shape/Form shooting exercise
Short shooting exercise highlighting the use of Shape and Form in your images. Again, use the location selected for your Line shoot and produce 3 images exploring the design element of Shape and Form within your chosen subject.
Due - week 5
Task 4 – Colour shooting exercise
Short shooting exercise highlighting the use of Colour in your images. Again, use the location selected for your Line shoot and produce 3 images exploring the design element of Colour within your chosen subject.
Due - week 6
Task 5 – Light shooting exercise
Short shooting exercise highlighting the use of Light in your images. Again, use the location selected for your Line shoot and produce 3 images exploring the design element of Light within your chosen subject.
Due - week 7.
GRADED ASSESSMENT
Task 6 – 2 Folio images
Select two or three design elements and produce two images of your choice of subject that portray those design elements clearly. You will also provide a written outline describing the dominant design elements and how these support and strengthen the image.
Due –Week 12.
Grades used in this unit are as follows:
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.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in Program administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters:
Cover Sheet submissions:
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications
Attendance:
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
Feedback:
You will receive verbal and written feedback on your work. Where appropriate, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student feedback at RMIT: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=9pp3ic9obks7
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Student progress policy: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=vj2g89cve4uj1
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. Special consideration, appeals and discipline : http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qkssnx1c5r0y
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 go to Academic Integrity : http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kw02ylsd8z3n
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