Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2023
Course Code: MANU7379C
Course Title: Assist in preparation of preliminary design concepts
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear
Course Contact: Paul Castro
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259234
Course Contact Email: paul.castro@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 80
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 of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to assist in the preparation of preliminary design concepts. The unit applies to preparing preliminary design concepts for garments, for self or others, using generally basic stable fabrics. It also applies to original creation or adaptation of designs or interpretation of sketches for single or multiple production styles and ranges, made-to-measure and theatre costuming.
Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTFD4003 Assist in preparation of preliminary design concepts |
Element: |
1. Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs 1.4 Determine job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions |
Element: |
2. Prepare to contribute to preliminary design concepts |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Collaborate with relevant people to identify and confirm design brief details and clarify parameters of the project 2.2 Identify principles of good fashion design and required Australian Standards 2.3 Research fashion trends and assess suitability of fabrics to satisfy the project brief 2.4 Identify a range of possible design concepts with relevant people |
Element: |
3. Contribute to preliminary design concepts |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Work with others to develop preliminary design concepts 3.2 Prepare storyboard themes related to styles, fabrics and colours 3.3 Contribute positively to ideas and discussion with team members to enhance success of project |
Element: |
4. Contribute to preparation of the presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Develop and refine relevant support materials and explanations in conjunction with members of design team 4.2 Determine and rehearse own role and relationship to others for a presentation meeting 4.3 Outline features and benefits of designs in a positive manner that encourages approval 4.4 Assess contribution and identify areas for improvement |
Learning Outcomes
On the successful completion of this unit you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
The activities in this course have been designed to give you the opportunity to put into practice all the theory learned in class. These activities include:
class exercises to review class presentations/ theory
practical demonstrations
design activities or projects
individual and group activities
‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/assessor feedback
Teaching Schedule
WEEK |
TOPIC |
ACTIVITIES |
ASSESSMENT |
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01 |
Course Overview
Week by Week and Design Timeline
Delivery and Lesson Structure Equipment Requirements/ OHS
Introduction to AT01: Team Design – Develop Team and Concept
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Group strengths activity and role identification Allocation of Brand
Introduction to Miro OFFICE 365 for collaboration.
Set up a Teams group.
|
AT01 |
|
02 |
Initial research and concept development
Finalise concepts and collate research |
Learning activity:
Work through Project Parameters. Excel Timelines Microsoft Word Formatting.
|
AT01 |
|
03 |
Industry Excursion – EMU AUSTRALIA and LEFFLER LEATHER
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Design Development – group development feedback loop. Sourcing of materials
|
AT01
ASSESSMENT 1 DUE: Team Develop Team and Concept
|
|
04 |
Introduction to AT02: Team Design and Present
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Design Development – group development feedback loop
Learning Activity:
Sketches/ Group Brainstorming Illustrator Presentation activity – introduce Team members using Adobe Spark
|
AT02 |
|
05 |
Prepare Presentation.
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Learning Activity:
Photoshop Workspace/ Layers Selections/ Adjustments
Design Development
|
AT02 |
|
06 |
Team Presentations
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Finalise Presentations
Group Presentations and Evaluation
|
AT02
AT02 – DUE. Team Design and Present
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07 |
Introduction to AT03: Create a digital Presence
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Assessment Overview Wordpress Tutorial Learning activity: Setup Wordpress website and social media pages – Instagram, LinkedIn Research Create a Social Media Plan |
AT03 |
|
08 |
Introduction to AT04 – Computer Drawing Basic
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Introduction to Illustrator – document setup/ art board/ shape and line basics
Learning Activity: Illustrator – Draw basic style in Illustrator
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AT04 |
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09 |
Illustrator continued |
Learning Activity: Create Technical Drawings Add Stitching and Trims. Colour shoe
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AT04 |
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10 |
Illustrator continued |
Workshop Fab Lab Induction Present drawings on Range Board Post to Website.
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AT04/ AT03 AT04 – DUE. Computer Drawing Basic
|
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11 |
Introduction to Assessment 5 – Present Your product:
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Assessment Overview Website Blog Post – Branding research – Logo/ Business Cards/ Look Book
Learning Activity: Branding Development - Business Cards and Logo Illustrator – extracting jpeg. Logo Development Exporting Logo Post to Website.
Assessment Checkpoint and Feedback with Teacher
|
AT05/ AT03 |
|
12 |
Present Your product:
|
Learning Activity:
Create Packaging and Labelling in Illustrator Post to Website.
Group Activity: Compile contacts List using Excel.
|
AT05/ AT03 |
|
13 |
Present Your product:
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Learning Activity:
Photoshop Tutorial Create a Showcase Board Post to Website.
|
AT05/ AT03 |
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14 |
Photoshop and Website: Photograph Product and Edit
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Photography Workshop Photoshoot concepts. In and around Brunswick.
Learning Activity: Provide examples of Photography styles you like.
Update Landing Page and About page
|
AT05/ AT03 |
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15 |
Finalise AT03 and AT05 |
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AT03 – DUE. Create a Digital Presence
AT05 – DUE. Present your Product
|
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16 |
FEEDBACK WEEK |
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17 |
NO CLASSES |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You will have access to the most updated versions of the required softwares we will use in this course.
Additionally, the University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet CompetentDNS:
Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Team Design. Develop Team and Concept - This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to work in a team and assist in the preparation of
preliminary design concepts. Due Week 3.
Assessment Task 2: Team Design: Design and Present - This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to produce a Group Mood board and Design Report and
present the groups designs to your peers. Due Week 6.
Assessment Task 3: Create a digital Presence - This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to produce a Group Mood board and Design Report and
present the groups designs to your peers. Due Week 15.
Assessment Task 4: Computer Drawing Basic - This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to draw one of your own shoe designs in Adobe Illustrator and present it as part of a Range board using the template provided. Due Week 10.
Assessment Task 5: Present your Product- This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to produce a Photoshop range board. Due Week 15.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer 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.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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