Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2015
Course Code: GRAP5305C
Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4322 - Certificate IV in Design
Course Contact : Ruth Lyon
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9126
Course Contact Email:ruth.lyon@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
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
This course is delivered in conjunction with VART6282 Drawing to communicate ideas.
Course Description
In this course you will explore a broad range of 20th and 21st century art and design including some eras prior. You will examine how the legacy of past design theory and practice informs contemporary design. You will apply this design knowledge to design ideas in exercises and briefs to produce refined design outcomes.
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
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a studio, workshop or classroom using
industry standard tools and resources. You will complete in class tasks and independent
research.
In class activities will include:
• lectures
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• online research
• independent project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• class exercises to review discussions/lectures
• ‘workshopping’ of student projects
• analysis/critique design styles and constructs
Out of class activities will include:
• Exhibitions
Independant research
Teaching Schedule
This course is delivered and assessed in conjunction with VART 6268 Produce drawings to communicate ideas
| Week | Learning Activities | Performance Criteria DRAWING VART 6268C |
Performance |
| 1 | Library tour Introduction to drawing program, Tasks and Drawing Journal reflecting knowledge of tasks, ideas and personal drawing practices. Task 1 Line and contour-Ink-markers. |
1,2,3 | |
| 2 | Introduce the History and Theory of Design Program Lecture 1: 1 -1907 Modernist movements and their impacts on design: Cubism/Futurism/Constructivism/Deconstruction Task 1: Part a) Respond to lecture in class Part b) Further research to be handed in Week 3. |
1,2,3 | |
| 3 | Task 2: line, Structural Drawing. Pencil |
1,2 | |
| 4 |
Lecture 2: Art Deco & Art Nouveau 1860-1930 Reminder that all students must have a designer or design area in mind for research |
1,2,3 | |
| 5 | Task 3 and 4: Line as form Cross Hatching and Bracelet shading -Fine liner Review drawings and journal |
1,2,3 | |
| 6 | Excursion Melbourne CBD: |
3 | 3 |
| 7 | Lecture 3: Modernist movements and their impacts on design De Stijl/ Minimalism/ Bauhaus Design 1917-39 Task 3: Part a) Respond to lecture in class Part b) Further research to be handed in week 10 |
1,2,3 | |
| 8 | Review Week Tutorial: Catch up any outstanding drawings, journal and or history. Review all work to date. Students who are complete with their work can work on their electronic portfolio. Research on a designer review |
1,2,3 | 1,2,3 |
| 9 | Lecture 4: Modernist movements and their impacts on design- Dada/ Surrealism / Pop/Pop Surrealism/Retro Chaos/Cyber Dada. 1917-2014 Task 4: Part a) Respond to lecture in class Part b) Further research to be handed in Week 11 Submit Task 3 Part b) |
1,2,3 | |
| 10 |
Journal assessment
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1,2 | |
| 11 | Lecture 5: The Decades of the 20C. 1950’s and 60’s Task 5 Part a) Respond to lecture in class Part b) Further research to be handed in Week 12 Submit Task 4 Part b) |
1,2,3 | |
| 12 | Task 6: Water colour: Texture, Colour and Pattern- Mixed media Review all drawings and complete any drawings outstanding and journal entries |
1,2 | |
| 13 | Lecture 6: and 1970’s and 80’s |
1,2,3 | |
| 14 | Task 7: Light and Tone. Pastel/charcoal tonal Rub Back White Drawing on Black background. Grey Scale |
1,2 | |
| 15 | Review week | 1,2,3 | 1,2,3 |
| 16 | Lecture 7: Decades of the 20C. 90’s -2000+ Task 7 Part a): Respond to lecture in class Part b) Hand in remaining lecture task 6 Workshop any outstanding research Submit Task 6 Part b) Submit Research on a designer |
1,2,3 | |
| 17 | Review all outstanding work for both Drawing and design theory Submit Task 7 Part b)
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1,2,3 | 1,2,3 |
| 18 |
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1,2 | |
| 19 | Assessment
Submit all Drawings and journal for assessment. Continue any outstanding work on drawings, review of all drawing tasks |
1,2,3 | 1,2,3 |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
There are none required |
References
You are advised to look at the course myRMIT site for ongoing updated information. |
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Meggs, Philip B, 2010, Megg’s history of graphic design, Wiley and son, Hoboken. |
Other Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access of the library resources. http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/librarians/dsc
Students will require a USB to upload work onto to my desk top or external hard drive. You will require the drawing equipment as outlined in the tool kit list.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment tasks will require you demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through practical projects and/or written tasks.
Assessment tasks are:
1. Class tasks 20%
2. Extended research 50%
3. Essay and design response 30%
An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment tasks in this course are either formative or summative. Formative tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered essential building blocks for the more substantial summative assessment tasks. Summative assessment tasks in this unit are graded.
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to an overall competent level.
Formative Tasks
Task 1-7 - In class work sheets (due at a designated date after class delivery)
Summative Assessment
Project 1 - Extended research from class work sheets 1-7(due on dates after lectures and classwork)
Project 2 - Essay on a 21st Century design Guru with student’s own reflective design/drawings inspired by this person or design group
You will receive feedback with verbal and/or written evaluation of your progress within class time. The submitted projects will be assessed with written feedback as well as a quality indicator that relates to separate
components of the project and the overall outcome.
At the completion of the course, grading will be offered in addition to, and after, competency based assessment.
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also use graded assessment:
GradeDescription
CHDCompetency with High distinction
CDICompetency with Distinction
CCCompetency with Credit
CAGCompetency achieved Graded
NYCNot Yet Competent
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
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 by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student feedback at RMIT
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy
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 (unresolved)
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. Cover sheet for submission of works
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
Special Consideration Policy and 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. Use the following link for details on applying for Special consideration
Late Submission & Extensions
Any student seeking an extension, should aim at doing so a minimum of 2 days before the deadline. Work submitted late and without an extension at any point will incur late penalties in accordance with university policy.
If you require an extension you must complete an extension form with evidence supporting your application and hand this to your instructor.
Extension form link – Application for extension of time
On Time Submission and Impact of Late Submission
On time submission is an important factor in your assessment. Employability skills are embedded in all courses and these include Planning & Organising and Self-management. For this reason, late work impacts on your overall grade for each assessment task.


The following adjustments for late submission will be made. Grades will be reduced by 10%, for each day (or part thereof), for the first two days. If submissions are three days or more late, the work will only be assessed as a pass or fail – and not graded. Submissions seven days or more late, should still be handed in, however they will not be assessed and will be kept as a record only.
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