Course Title: Research and apply techniques for illustrative work
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2014
Course Code: GRAP5338C
Course Title: Research and apply techniques for illustrative work
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4322 - Certificate IV in Design
Course Contact : Ann Langusch
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9438
Course Contact Email:ann.langusch@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 50
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 and assessed in conjunction with GRAP5336 Integrate colour theory.
Course Description
In this course you will research and apply techniques for illustrative work. This will include developing drawing skills and the technical skills required to develop them into themed illustrations. The illustrations would be developed in the context of a commercial application.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVILL401A Research and apply techniques for illustrative work |
Element: |
1. Interpret briefs for illustrative work |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Interpret the specifications of illustration briefs |
Element: |
2. Organize resources |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify resources required for the development of illustrative work, including work space, materials, tools and equipment |
Element: |
4. Produce illustrative work |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Create illustrations using the selected approach |
Element: |
3. Test design approaches for illustrative work |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Produce preliminary visual representations |
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 and computer laboratory using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.
In class activities will include:
• demonstrations and presentations by teacher
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• review and revision
• peer learning
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of class activities will include:
• independent project based work
• online tutorials and activities
• independent research
• studio practice
• review and revision
Teaching Schedule
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.
There will be a number of prescribed tasks and projects (see Assessment Tasks below).
The Graded Project for this course will entail analysing and editing previous project submissions in response to feedback and self evaluation, and resubmitting as hard copies.
This course will be delivered in the same weekly session as Integrate Colour Theory GRAP 5336, CUVACD401A. The following timeline contains activities for both courses.
| Week | Date Session |
Session Description | Assessment due |
Performance CUVILL401A |
Performance Criteria CUVACD401A |
| 1 | 18/7 |
Introduction to computer use and file management. Overview of course content. Overview of InDesign software. Two class exercises to initiate use of InDesign in production of layouts and management of folio of work. | 1.1-4, 2.1-3, 4.1-3 |
2.1-2.3 | |
| 2 | 25/7 |
Project 1 Task 1. Produce a layout of reference photos in InDesign. Photo shoot at local site. (topics: Heritage buildings, residential and commercial, including signage, traces of old Sydney Road, Royal Park) Load images to computer, and lay them out in InDesign document, using InDesign functions to precisely position and arrange images. |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
2.1-2.3 | |
| 3 | 1/8 | Complete Week 2 activities. Project 1 Task 2 Identify key motifs from reference photos to illustrate given topic, and generate 4 line drawings of these. Scan. |
Project 1 Task 1 due | 1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
2.1-2.3 |
| 4 | 8/8 | Colour theory lecture. The three dimensions of colour and colour harmony. . |
Project 1 Task 2 due | 1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 |
| 5 | 15/8 | Project 1 final outcome Use coloured marks (Task 3) to enhance drawn motifs (Task 2). Arange on A3 page in InDesign. Print. | Project 1 Task 3 due | 1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
2.1-2.3 |
| 6 | 22/8 | Printed folio submissions: |
Project 1 final outcome due. |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 1.3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3.3 |
| 7 | 29/8 | Introduction to vector graphics (Illustrator). A look at examples of the medium and discussion of its character and possiilities. Basic instruction in the Pen tool, leading to |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3.3 | |
| 8 | 5/9 | Project 2 Tasks 1 & 2 Continue with vector exercises to replicate given images as vectors, including replicating colour fills using swatches Project 2 final. Vector self portrait. Continue with construction of layered portrait image, using colour to represent 3D form. | Project 2 Task 1 due |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3.3 |
| 9 | 12/9 | Project 2 final. Vector self portrait. Continue with construction of layered portrait image, using colour to represent 3D form. | Project 2 Task 2 due |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3.3 |
| 10 | 19/9 | Project 2 final. Vector self portrait. Colour Project 3. Coloured paper collage |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 | |
| MID SEMESTER BREAK |
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| 11 | 3/10 | Continue work on vector self portrait. Continue work on coloured paper collage. |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.1-6, 4.1-2 | 1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 | |
| 12 | 10/10 | Project 2 final Vector self portrait. Embed template images in vector self portrait file and submit as directed. |
Project 2 final outcome due Colour project 3 due |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 |
| 13 | 17/10 |
Graded project Feedback will be given for projects 1,2 & 3. Student will self evaluate these projects. Through consultation between teacher and student, strategies for refining and / or extending these outcomes will be agreed on. |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 | |
| 14 | 24/10 |
Graded project. Refinement and extension of Projects 1-3 as agreed. This could entail reconsideration of colour schemes, improvements in technique, reworking of background of portrait, using project outcomes in another graphic design such as a poster, logo or brochure. | 1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 | |
| 15 | 31/10 |
Graded project. Week 14 activities continued. |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 | |
| 16 | 7/11 | Graded project. Week 14 activities continued. |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 | |
| 17 | 14/11 |
Graded project. Week 14 activities continued. |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 - 3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1 - 3 | |
| 18 19 20 |
21/11 28/11 5/12 |
Graded project due.
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Graded project due 21/11 |
1.1-4, 2.1-3, 3.4-6, 4.1-3 |
1.1 -.3, 2.1-3, 3.1 -3 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course. This course has recommended books listed under 'References'.
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References
Resources and References: Books |
Other Resources
You are advised to look at the Learning Hub at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information. A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year.
You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.
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 to the library resources.
Amongst the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access Lynda.com for online tutorials and lessons. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning. The University Library has extensive resources for Design students. The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies http://rmit.libguides.com/graphicartanddesign
The Library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/librarians/dsc
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include practical tasks and projects.
The assessment tasks are:
Project 1 45%
Project 2 45%
Project 3 10%
An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Formative tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered essential building blocks for the more substantial summative assessment projects. You should engage in all formative tasks.
This course has 3 Projects. Projects 1 & 2 must be completed/submitted for the Illustration course. The Graded Project will be assessed for allocation of a grade. You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard.
Project 1
Task 1 Produce a layout of photos in InDesign
Task 2 Generate drawings of motifs from photo shoot.
Task 3 Digitally colourise wet media marks
Final outcome Two A3 printed folo pages.
1. Grid of photos
2. Set of themed motifs
Project 2
Task 1 Pen tool exercise
Task 2 Vector exercise. Copy given image using vector tools.
Final outcome Vector self portrait
(Project 3 is for the ’Integrate Colour’ course only)
Graded project
Refine and extend all project outcomes (in response to self evaluation and feedback) for graded assessment.
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 are:
HD 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
Attendance
The major aspect of your 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 for success.
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)
Submissions
When submitting work for assessment you are required to complete a declaration of authorship. This must be done for every summative assessment task. This statement acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. For non-digital submission use the printed form provided. For digital online submission please use e-Submission process. Information regarding the e-Submission process can be located at e-submission
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
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