Course Title: Research and recommend soft furnishings for interiors
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2017
Course Code: ARCH5214C
Course Title: Research and recommend soft furnishings for interiors
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4355 - Certificate IV in Interior Decoration
Course Contact: Jennifer Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819
Course Contact Email: design.ve@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Part-time Co-ordinator : Lindsey Glover
Teacher:
Lindsey Glover lindsey.glover@rmit.edu.au
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
Course Description
This unit specifies the outcomes required to research and recommend soft furnishings for various decoration and design solutions to meet client and project brief requirements.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSFID4005 Research and recommend soft furnishings for interiors |
Element: |
Assess soft furnishing requirements for the project |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending soft furnishings are verified and complied with |
Element: |
Document and present decorative recommendations |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Soft furnishings are selected to achieve parameters of design brief |
Element: |
Research and recommend decorative treatments for windows and openings |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Range of window treatments, their application and fixing technologies are researched 3.2 New technologies in window treatments are researched and relevance for decorative project identified 3.3 The features, limitations and environmental impact of window treatments are identified 3.4 The types of openings and their requirements are identified and a range of possible creative solutions determined 3.5 Window or opening is measured and details recorded accurately for a range of window treatments 3.6 Fabric requirements are calculated and manufacturing requirements determined for a range of window treatments taking into consideration pattern repeats 3.7 Window treatment is selected and specified to meet client requirements and minimise environmental impact |
Element: |
Research and recommend soft floor coverings |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Range of floor coverings, their application and installation requirements are researched |
Element: |
Research materials for soft furnishings |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Aesthetic, visual characteristics and colour requirements of the soft furnishings are assessed |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to the elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In-class activities will include:
• Lectures
• Trade fairs
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed group activities/projects
Out-of-class activities will include:
• Online research
• Independent project based work
• Gallery/Exhibition visits
• Industry related excursions
Self-Directed Learning - Some activities will include a self-directed learning approach; self-directed learning refers to organised activities that students undertake independently, either as individuals or with other students that are supervised by a teacher. This may include workplace research, library assignments.
Teaching Schedule
Week | Class Content | Due Date | Learning Elements | |
1 |
Course overview and expectations Introduction to Fibres & Weaves Introduction to Major Project - Documentation |
Introduction to major Project
|
Major project due wk 16 Fabric blogs due wk 4 |
1.1 - 1.5 |
2 | Fibres & Weaves | Fibre & Weaves DVD | 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1- 2.9 | |
3 |
Fibres & Weaves continued Types of window & treatments, headings |
|
1.1 - 1.5, 2.1- 2.9 | |
4 | Curtain calculation with pattern repeat & lining | Fabric blogs due | 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1- 2.9, 3.1 -3.6 |
|
5 |
Work room order forms Loose concept presentation of bedroom proposal |
Blind overview types & considerations | 1.1-1.5,2.2-2.9 3.1-3.6 |
|
6 | Self directed learning - Fabric House visits |
Open day bump-in | 1.1-1.5,2.2-2.9 3.1-3.6 |
|
7 | Blind calculations |
1.1-1.5,2.2-2.9 3.1-3.6 |
||
8 | Blind Calculation & work room order forms | BQ Design Product overview | 1.1-1.5,2.2-2.9 3.1-3.6 |
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9 | Studio design time floor plans, elevations etcReview of final fabric selection for project |
3.1-3.9 | ||
10 | Studio design time floor plans, elevations etc |
Bedheads, pelmets & bed spreads, quilting |
3.1-3.9 | |
11 | Studio time -Documentation preparation | Passementrie, accessories | ||
12 | Studio time - application of quilting, bedspread & accessories. applicable to project | 1.1-1.5,2.1-2.9 4.1-4.5,5.1-5.5 |
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13 | Calculations review for documentation | |||
14 | Studio time Documentation continue Review curtain & blind calculations for project |
1.1-1.5,2.1-2.9 4.1-4.5,5.1-5.5 |
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15 | Studio time and final prep for presentation |
1.1-1.6 | ||
16 | Final presentation and submission of work | Terrace house bedroom project due | 1-1,- 1-6,5.5 |
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.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
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 to library resources.
BQ web site - www.bqdesign.com.au
Please note: many Fabric Houses will have a web site for you to view their latest fabric ranges.
BOOK :Ann Justin: 1001 Window Treatments (Amazon)
Magazines: Vogue Living. Instyle, Wallpaper, Belle, Verander USA, Home Decor, Architectural
Review just to name a few......
Soft Furnishing course notes on Blackboard MYRMIT - Please note that you will be required to
print out all notes as required by your teacher.
The University Library has extensive resources for Interior Design students
The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies
http://rmit.libguides.com/interiordecoration
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 for this course will be project based.
Assessment Tasks
Feedback & assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills
Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both - feedback needs to be recorded and acted upon
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.
Task 1: Fabric Blogs to share
To explore fibres and weaves in depth and to assist your understanding of fabrics for suitable
application in the Interiors Industry.
Task 2: Loose concept presentation
Client, inspiration, design style, fabrics, renderings, furnishings and accessories
Task 3: Terrace house bedroom fit out documentation
You will be required to link this project to the investigative work you commenced in Decorate
Residential Interiors under different decorating styles.
Further to this you will be required to design, source and document all aspects of this project to
allow you to make a proposal to a client.
All tasks must be completed to gain a pass in this course and be deemed competent overall.
Soft Furnishings for Interiors is a prerequisite for Specify Furnishing Solutions or Industry experience.
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 (rubric).
At the completion of the course, grading will be offered in addition to, and after, competency based assessment.
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
Soft Furnishings for Interiors is grouped with Decorate residential Interiors, Drawing techniques
and Research and recommend furnishings
This will allow us to assess your project work against several competencies
All components must be addressed to gain a pass in this course and be deemed competent overall.
The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers. http://mams.rmit.edu.au/kh6a3ly2wi2h1.pdf
Assessment Matrix
An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency is available from the course contact person (stated above).
Other Information
Soft Furnishings for Interiors is grouped with the following units Decorate residential Interiors, Drawing techniques, 3D design process and in some cases Organise & communicate 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.
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 : https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/communication-and-feedback
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. Information on academic progress can be found here: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
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: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
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.
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 : https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity
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