Course Title: Generate design solutions
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2021
Course Code: GRAP5388C
Course Title: Generate design solutions
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4382 - Certificate IV in Design
Course Contact: Ruth Wellington
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9988
Course Contact Email: ruth.wellington@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Frances Tatarovic
Nominal Hours: 60
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 required.
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to generate design solutions in response to a particular design need. You will generate concepts and identify solutions to a design challenge, applying the design process, with a focus on research and collaboration.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES401 Generate design solutions |
Element: |
1 Define the design challenge |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Determine and evaluate user/client needs 1.2 Clarify specifications, parameters and constraints of the design challenge in consultation with relevant stakeholders 1.3 Articulate essence of the design challenge in an appropriate format |
Element: |
2 Undertake research to inform the design solution |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Source, evaluate and acknowledge information that may assist in responding to the design challenge 2.2 Consider historical, current and future perspectives and trends that might inform design solutions 2.3 Consider relevant social, economic, environmental, ethical and cultural issues that may impact design solutions 2.4 Analyse, distil and collate information to inform the development of the design solution |
Element: |
3 Communicate and collaborate with others |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Establish and develop working relationships with key stakeholders 3.2 Seek and integrate input and ideas from others during design process 3.3 Inform key stakeholders about progress of the design and related implications 3.4 Negotiate and agree on any changed requirements or modifications |
Element: |
4 Generate ideas and responses to the design challenge |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Reflect on and integrate ideas generated from research and consultation 4.2 Use a range of creative thinking techniques to generate different options and ideas 4.3 Apply relevant principles of functionality, ergonomics, aesthetics and sustainability to development of different options |
Element: |
5 Select a design solution |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Develop and use a range of criteria to evaluate different options and ideas 5.2 Select a preferred solution based on agreed criteria and in consultation with relevant key stakeholders 5.3 Adjust and refine proposed design solution based on research, testing and reflection 5.4 Present proposed design solution with appropriate supporting documentation according to project requirements |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study. In-session activities will include:
- class exercises
- tutorials
- practical demonstrations
- workshops
- group discussion
- review and revision
- peer learning
- peer teaching and class presentations
- teacher directed group activities/projects
- workshopping of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of session activities may include:
- independent research
- independent project based work
- studio practice
- online tutorials and activities
- review and revision
- group discussions and peer to peer feedback
Teaching Schedule
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
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).
This course will be delivered in the same weekly session as GRAP5388 - Generate design solutions - BSBDES401. The following timeline contains activities for both courses.
Session |
Session description |
Assessments |
1 |
Orientation and Introduction Icebreaker and class task. |
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2 |
Course overview Introduction to Assessment Task 1: Creativity Solutions What is a brief, key features. Generate insightful questioning to create a basic work plan/brief.Work on a group task in class and record the results. |
Assessment task 1- Creativity Solutions (EMPL7112C) 1. Explain the Brief |
3 |
The brief; explore and review of findings and questions. Research and Mind maps |
2. Research Task 3. Exploring Mind Maps |
4 |
Mind maps continued |
DUE: WEEK 4 |
5 |
Muse on, articulate and gain feedback on two different ideas | 3. Using mind maps to generate 2 ideas |
6 |
Feedback on two different ideas and document further research. Creating mood board and presenting a new idea. |
3. Recording and actioning feedback 4. Mood boards, try something new |
7 |
Create a series of thumbnails and choose two to develop in to more detailed roughs. Finish two currency designs for feedback in week 8. |
5. Thumbnail sketching and concept drafts |
8 |
Review - Class review of completed designs. Final short reflection Research - a design thinking method. |
6. Outcomes of the brief- two different ideas and currency designs 8. Home work- research a design thinking method |
9 |
Consolidation and wrap-up assessment task 1 Complete any missed exercises covered earlier in the semester. |
7. Final designs after feedback implemented 9. Final reflection
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10 |
Assessment Task 2 Read through the brief for Project 2. Extract critical questions and targeting your artist research. Time tracking apps. |
Assessment task 2- Music covers and process document (GRAP5388C) 3. Research artist and group 2. Critical questions unpacking the brief |
11 |
Research Access RMIT online library. Collate research and summarise it. Walk and talk task. |
4. Research vinyl and target market 5. Research design trends and technologies 6. Research design; historical and contemporary
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12 |
Upload completed research Use two creative thinking exercises to generate original and potential design solutions, to answer the brief and visualise them. |
DUE: WEEK 12 |
13 |
Present your ideas 2D- Review and refine. Show your ideas to your peers as a visual presentation. Ask critical questions to generate constructive feedback. Use this feedback to select, modify and adapt your ideas to bring to completion your final designs |
8. Process 1- Document Feedback |
14 |
Finalise design solution 2D. Group review of completed designs to a finished product. Review and refine. |
9. Outcome 1 (2D) 10. Design solution 1 summary |
15 |
Present your 3D ideas. |
11. Design solution 2 summarise, ideas and techniques |
16 |
Feedback on designs Finalise design solution, review work and gain feedback before week 18 Students must attend this session to determine whether more work needs to be added to their final submission. Respond to feedback and complete any unsatisfactory-standard assessment to a competent level. |
11. Design solution 2 summarise, ideas and techniques 12. Outcome 2 (3D) |
17 |
Design choices Work should be completed your design idea to a finished, folio-ready stage. Complete the documentation of Project 2, readying it for submission. Students must attend this session to determine whether more work needs to be added to their final submission. Respond to feedback and complete any unsatisfactory-standard assessment to a competent level |
DUE: WEEK 18 13.14. Design choices 1. Project summary |
18 |
Assessment task 2 Submission Final questions before submission. |
DUE: WEEK 18 DUE: Assessment Task 2. Artwork for Album Covers and process document. |
| 19 |
Resubmission (no formal classes) Respond to any feedback (via canvas) and resubmit unsatisfactory assessments by date specified. |
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| 20 | Assessment and return of submissions |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
New Graphic Design School : A Foundation Course in Principles and Practice, Wiley, Somerset. |
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Graphic Design Thinking: Beyond Brainstorming- Ellen Lupton |
Other Resources
Prescribed Texts
There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course. This course has recommended books listed under 'References'
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 tasks will require you demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through practical projects and/or exercises.
The assessment tasks are: Design solution exercises and projects
An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
There are two assessment tasks. Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both. You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard. Both assessment tasks one and two must be completed and submitted to a satisfactory level to achieve competency.
Assessment Task 1: Creativity Solutions - Design Brief
Students are given a creative brief and work with a supplied template to solve a design problem, from weeks 2–9. All research, development, feedback and iteration must be documented and recorded. All parts of the template must be completed to a satisfactory level to pass this assessment task. Participation and engaging in session feedback are embedded into this assessment task
The aims are:
- Active participation in a range of creative thinking activities, including ability to ask relevant questions and to generate a range of ideas in response to a given situation or issue
- Understanding of creativity and creative thinking at a basic level, including its impact and importance for individuals, communities and businesses
- Knowledge and application of different creative thinking techniques and processes to a range of situations.
- Development of a design solution through research, reflection and the generation and refinement of ideas
- Effective collaboration with others in the design process
- Knowledge of design trends and technologies in the relevant industry context.
Due week 9
Assessment Task 2: Music covers and process document
Design artwork for two assigned albums covers. Complete a process document to record research, ideation, collaboration with others and the final outcome, weeks 10-18. Students must use the supplied template. All parts of the template must be completed to a satisfactory level to pass this assessment task. Participation and engaging in session feedback are embedded into this assessment task
The aims are:
- Active participation in a range of creative thinking activities, including ability to ask relevant questions and to generate a range of ideas in response to a given situation or issue
- Understanding of creativity and creative thinking at a basic level, including its impact and importance for individuals, communities and businesses
- Knowledge and application of different creative thinking techniques and processes to a range of situations.
- Development of a design solution through research, reflection and the generation and refinement of ideas
- Effective collaboration with others in the design process
- Knowledge of design trends and technologies in the relevant industry context.
Due week 18
You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard.
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 checklist that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome.
All assessments tasks need to be deemed satisfactory to gain competency in this unit.
VE courses are graded using the following competency based grading:
CA |
Competency Achieved |
NYC |
Not Yet Competent |
DNS |
Did Not Submit for assessment |
| SEC | Stopped engagement in course |
| WDR | Withdrawn from course |
| RSC | Remission (removal) of debt under special circumstances – applies where a student is granted a remission of debt in special circumstances after the census date. |
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
Attendance
The major learning experience involves scheduled 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 & Extensions
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.
Pick the following link for details on applying for Special consideration
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. Further links - 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 competency assessment.
Submissions that are assessed as Not Satisfactory can be re-submitted once and this is only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
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. Submission cover sheet
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
Credit Transfers and Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC).
RCC applies only if you have previously demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course
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