Course Title: Produce computer-aided textile design folios
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2019
Course Code: ISYS5694C
Course Title: Produce computer-aided textile design folios
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4390 - Certificate IV in Textile Design, Development and Production
Course Contact: Deborah Wills-Ives
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259233
Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
John Brooks
99259250
Nominal Hours: 100
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
MSTGN2009 Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace
Course Description
In this course you will extend your creative concepts, techniques and technical skills in textile design development to plan and create textile design folios, including further use of electronic files. Using computer-aided design (CAD) programs to produce textile design folios. You will develop and manipulate folio content to meet the different requirements of a client, brief and/or design specification and allow you to present and promote textile design concepts to clients or other industry professionals.
Due to delivery time frame and structure of Full time and Part-time student cohort, the unit of competencies are clustered together differently.
Full time cohort - This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other Unit of Competency in this clustered course is - MSTTD4008 Present and promote textile design concepts
Part time cohort - This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other Unit of Competency in this clustered course is - MSTGN2009 Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTTD5010 Produce computer-aided textile design folios |
Element: |
1. Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
Element: |
2. Prepare to produce design folios |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Consult client to review the textile design specifications and determine folio requirements |
Element: |
3. Plan folio presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Determine folio parameters and specifications and use planning processes according to the needs of the folio |
Element: |
4. Use electronic tools to create folio |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Use design programs and equipment to create design folio |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to use a range Software (CAD) programs to produce textile design folios, manipulate images and content of folio to meet different industry requirements or processes.
Details of Learning Activities
Throughout this course you will engage in various learning activities which will include the following:
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations in studio
- seminars/workshops
- design activities or projects
- guest lecture/presentation
- peer teaching and class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Teaching Schedule
Full Time student cohort Teaching Schedule
Weeks |
Class content |
Assessment Due |
Week 1 |
Introduction to the course/course overview Expectations and housekeeping Warm up exercise Introduction to assessment 1 Research and brainstorming Illustrator repeats |
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Week 2 |
Generating sketches Developing designs digitally Creating repeats on Photoshop Repeating textures on Photoshop |
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Week 3 |
Refining designs on paper Finishing designs digitally |
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Week 4 |
Introduction to assessment 2 Presentation: Trends, mood boards Brainstorming, sketching & research |
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Week 5 |
Discussion: Interpreting a mood board Sketching, generating ideas, discussion with ‘client’ Developing design ideas, making croquis |
Assessment 1 |
Week 6 |
Refining design ideas, one on one feedback Weeks |
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Week 7 |
Presentation: Storyboards and digital draping Selecting or designing garments to create storyboards |
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Week 8 |
Refining storyboards, one on one feedback |
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Week 9 |
Presentation: Portfolios and their purposes Compiling the collection into a portfolio Introduction to Assessment 3 |
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Week 10 |
Assessment 2 due Idea development, mood board creation |
Assessment 2 |
Week 11 |
Generating design ideas |
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Week 12 |
Refining design ideas, beginning storyboard images |
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Week 13 |
Refining storyboard images |
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Week 14 |
Compiling portfolio |
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Week 15 |
Assessment 3 due |
Assessment 3 |
Week 16 |
Assessment Feedback |
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Part Time student cohort Teaching Schedule
Class content |
Assessment Due |
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Week 1 |
Introduction to computing technology and assessment 1. WHS excercise, search engines, databases and MS Word |
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Week 2 |
Introduction to Excel, MS word revision Deeper exploration of WGSN |
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Week 3 |
Introduction to Photoshop - key tools and functions Mood board presentation - process and layouts Making a mood board |
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Week 4 |
Continuing mood board activity, completing assessment 1 |
Assessment 1 |
Week 5 |
Introduction to assessment 2 Searching WGSN and analysing trends Mood board development and revision |
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Week 6 |
Mood board interpretation for textile designs Creating a library of motifs Live Trace |
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Week 7 |
Putting designs into repeat using Illustrator Putting textures into repeat using Photoshop |
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Week 8 |
Discussion about cohesion One on one feedback Refining repeat systems |
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Week 9 |
Interpreting folio direction from a mood board Digital draping on Photoshop |
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Week 10 |
Presentation on portfolio layouts Digital collaging activity In class work on presentation Intro to assessment 3 |
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Week 11 |
Creating mood boards for assessment 3 |
Assessment 2 |
Week 12 |
Creating textile designs for assessment 3 Abstraction Shape distortion |
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Week 13 |
Development of textile designs Feedback Week |
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Week 14 |
Complex draping exercises Discussion about cohesion among textile products |
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Week 15 |
Discussion on portfolio layouts and personalising a presentation to fit a specific project Portfolio layout revision exercises |
Assessment 3 |
Week 16 |
Assessment Feedback |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/forms/assessment-forms
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.
Assessment Feedback:
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/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.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now requires 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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Overview of Assessment
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all the assessment to a satisfactory standard. Due to delivery time frame and structure of Full time and Part-time student cohort, the unit of competencies are clustered together differently.
Full time cohort - This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other Unit of Competency in this clustered course is - MSTTD4008 Present and promote textile design concepts. Part time cohort - This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other Unit of Competency in this clustered course is - MSTGN2009 Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task. Competency is achieved only if competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period. Students are advised that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to confirm aspects of competency not evidenced in class or through assessments. Results for this course are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are: CA: Competency Achieved NYC: Not Yet Competent DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Assessment Tasks
Full Time student cohort Assessments
Assessment 1 Think Positive Due Date Week 5
In this assessment you will be designing a botanical inspired textile which will be printed by Sydney based print company Think Positive. The winning designer will have yardage printed for free on Cotton Canvas.
Assessment 2 Wolf and Mishka Due Date Week 10
This assessment is a collaboration with Melbourne fashion label Wolf and Mishka. You will be designing a range of prints that develop your skills stretching one print into several different options. One student will be selected for work placement with Wolf and Mishka at the Big Design Market at the end of the year.
Assessment 3 Designing From the Everyday Due Date Week 15
This assessment is a self-directed portfolio of designs inspired by your day to day surroundings. The aim of this exercise is to take mundane source material and use your design skills to transform it into an engaging collection of textiles.
Part Time student cohort Assessments
Assessment 1 Mood board Due Date Week 5
This assessment will give you the skills to build a mood board and to navigate the basic tools and programs necessary to operate a computer within a textile design studio. You will be taken through Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Photoshop, internet browsing, emailing and navigating a trend database.
Assessment 2 Trend Collaboration Due Date Week 10
This assessment is designed to introduce you to each step in the textile design process. Working collaboratively from a WGSN trend, you will be creating a mood board and switching them, creating designs from your classmate’s mood board. You will then switch again and compile a professional portfolio using your classmate’s designs and mood board.
Assessment 3 Designing From the Everyday Due Date Week 15
This assessment is a self-directed portfolio of designs inspired by your day to day surroundings. The aim of this exercise is to take mundane source material and use your design skills to transform it into an engaging collection of textiles.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Program Coordinator)
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students
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