Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: MANU7380C

Course Title: Identify influences on contemporary fashion designs and construction techniques

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear

Course Contact: Julie Dugandzic

Course Contact Phone: + 61 3 9925 9107

Course Contact Email: julie.dugandzic@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Amanda Farncomb

amanda.farncomb@rmit.edu.au

Debra McDonald

debra.mcdonald@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 40

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

In this unit you will learn skills and knowledge required to identify influences on contemporary fashion designs and construction techniques, draw 3-D designs and operate computing technology in a TCF workplace . The course applies to the analysis of the most important economic, social, political and technological factors that have had an impact on fashion development and demand. It also applies to the illustration or drawing of designs from the designer or rough sketch. The 3-D drawings feature all perspectives of the product and are used as a communication tool for construction or promotional purposes. The drawing may be done manually and by computer.

This course addresses the following units:  

MSTFD4014 - Identify influences on contemporary fashion designs & construction techniques

MSTGN3006 - Draw 3-D designs 

MSTGN2014 - Operate in Computer Technology 

All these units are clustered for delivery but may assessed separately.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSTFD4014 Identify influences on contemporary fashion designs and construction techniques
Element:	1 Identify the function of clothing
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Identify the purposes of clothing and the factors which influence the way people dress 1.2 Identify characteristics represented in clothing 1.3 Identify how the function of clothing relates to fashion design
Element:	2 Analyse 20th Century influences on role of designers
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Identify significantly influential fashion designers of the 20th Century throughout the world 2.2 Identify fashion trends from the 20th Century 2.3 Identify significant events of the 20th Century and their relationship to fashion changes 2.4 Use information sources to identify design and construction features of 20th Century garments and their desired effects
Element:	3 Assess fashion influences on current practice
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Compare the role of fashion designers as change agents through the 20th Century to current practices 3.2 Investigate design influences on current styling and trends 3.3 Analyse how designers use construction techniques to create design features in contemporary designs 3.4 Identify influences of new and emerging practices

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course 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
01	Introduction & Welcome	Introduction to the course and assessments overview General setup – RMIT systems Library introduction to research – image databases WGSN Ergonomics/ Equipment and SOP's Introduction to Microsoft 365
02	Design Theory	AT1 – Explained   Part A: Knowledge Purpose and Function Consumer Profiling Design Influences   Adobe Indesign Introduction Harvard Referencing Report Writing Techniques Layout for Report   12th-13th Made in Australia Show – Royal Exhibition Building
03	20th Century Trends	AT1 – Continued.   Part B: Report 20th Century Trends and Events 20th Century Influential Designers Historical Perspectives
04	Footwear Design Report	AT1 – Continued.   Part B: Report Navigating WGSN Footwear Construction
05	Industry Week	Industry Visit: Melbourne Fashion Week Brendan Dwyer (Nicholas Building) Preston Zly Post Sole Chase Shiel
06	AT1 Finalise	Finalise and Submit AT1 – Design Influences Report
07	Footwear Research and Development	Introduce Assessment 2 – Footwear Research and Development   AT2 - Explained Part A – Knowledge Prepare for Drawing (Drawing Templates, Equipment and Mediums) Part B – Section 1: Consumer Profile
08	Develop Design	AT2 – Continued   Part B – Section 2: Trend Report Part B – Section 3: Footwear Design and Drawing Use Design tools to develop design concepts Introduction to Technical Drawings Introduction to Profile Views Footwear Terminology Annotate sketches to present for client for Initial meeting.
09	AT2 Finalise	AT2 – Continued   Part B – Section 4:  Evaluation. Explore Design Concepts w/ Client Part B – Section 5: Finalise and Present
MID SEMESTER BREAK: 10th-16th April
10	AT2 Presentations   AT3 OVERVIEW	Finalise and Submit AT2 – Footwear Research and Development   Introduction to AT3 Part A: Knowledge TCF Software Programs
11	Footwear Tech Pack	Adobe Illustrator Introduction
12	Footwear Tech Pack	Adobe Illustrator Technical Drawing
13	Footwear Tech Pack	Adobe Illustrator Stitching, Trims and render
14	Footwear Tech Pack	Microsoft Excel Introduction
15	Footwear Tech Pack	Microsoft Excel Spec and Costing Sheet
16	Footwear Tech Pack	Finalise and Submit AT3 – Footwear Tech Pack
17	Feedback Week	NO CLASSES Feedback and Resubmission Weeks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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. 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.

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 Competent
DNS: Did not Submit Assessment

Assessment Tasks

AT	TASK	TYPE	DUE
1	Design Influences Report	Project Report	Week 6
2	Footwear Research and Development	Report Portfolio	Week 10
3	Footwear Technical Package	Project	Week 16

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Course Coordinator).

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.

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