Course Title: Select raw materials

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: MANU7396C

Course Title: Select raw materials

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 9925 9233

Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

John Brooks 

9925 9250

john.brooks@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 course you will learn to apply your skills and knowledge to select raw materials, for use in the production of textile samples. You will also learn to apply judgement and discretion when selecting raw materials for use in textile products and/or textile samples and will identify and document selected materials based on the proposed end use. You will use textile specifications to help guide your choices and you will learn to document and record your selections against the relevant quality standards.

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:

MSTTD4010 Apply manipulation techniques to create experimental textile samples.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSTTX3008 Select raw materials
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 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
Element:	2 Prepare to select raw materials
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Confirm requirements for the selection of raw materials and clarify, if necessary 2.2 Select raw materials appropriate for the designated use
Element:	3 Check raw materials
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Verify specification of raw materials 3.2 Check selected raw materials are suitable and satisfy quality standards and workplace procedures 3.3 Compare data with standards or other reference materials and record results
Element:	4 Report on raw materials
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Document and record raw materials using appropriate worksheets and information systems 4.2 Collate and analyse documentation against specifications 4.3 Interpret documentation and report outcomes

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to select a variety of raw materials, such as wool, cotton yarn and synthetic or chemical dyes to use in textile samples. Through the experimental process, you will record the properties of a variety of raw materials and complete documentation to report on designated end uses.  

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
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• research
• independent project based work
•  ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback

Teaching Schedule

Session/week	Key topics	Key learning and assessment activities	Due dates
Session 1	Introduction	Introduction to experimental textiles – research, processes, outcomes, key artists and designers. Introduction to assessment 1 – Resource Sample Folio Presentation of examples of work, and a rundown of what you need to bring to the next class. Warm up exercise: paper weave Techniques: Sublimation printing Preparation of resist samples
Session 2	Resist & Rust	Boiling, dyeing and melting of resist samples Preparation of rust samples
Session 3	Surface	Beading Embroidery Stitch and Dissolve
Session 4	Structure I	Setting up warp for frame loom weaving Felt
Session 5	Structure II	Frame loom weaving – pile weaves Presentation and introduction to project 2: remix	Assessment 1 due
Session 6	Remix	Presentations of research and materials gathered so far and group discussion Supervised studio time to generate initial samples
Session 7	Distress	Exploration of distressing techniques and how they might be merged with the techniques
Session 8	Painting	Exploration of fabric paints and how they might be merged with the techniques
Session 9	Unconventional	Exploration of unconventional material use, and how they could be worked into a range
Session 10	Critique	Group critique and supervised studio time
Session 11	Object	Introduction to Assessment 3 Presentation on objects	Assessment 2 due
Session 12	Construction	Presentation on a variety of construction techniques
Session 13	Vessel	Presentation and demonstration on vessels and bags
Session 14	Finishing	Presentation and demonstration of a variety of finishing techniques
Session 15	Studio	Supervised studio time	Assessment 3 due
Session 16		Assessment

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

There is a list of references for your use in the Experimental Workbook that is supplied to you in class.

You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information.

You will be supplied with materials in class to enable you to complete the different activities.  

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.

You will be required to provide scissors, rulers, glue stick and pens.

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. 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: MSTTD4010 Apply manipulation techniques to create experimental textile samples 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

This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria

Assessment Task 1: Sample Resource Folio

Students will be introduced to a range of experimental manipulation techniques. They will maintain a folder of samples of the techniques and include a spec sheet for each sample in their folio. Due week 5, 11/03/19.

 

Assessment Task 2: Remix

Based on a technique covered in assessment 1, students will create 12 textile samples pushing the technique beyond its initial capabilities - for example, merging techniques or using unconventional materials. Due week 11, 29/04/19.

 

Assessment Task 3: Textile Object

Students will select their two most successful textile samples from assessment 2, and develop both a textile object and a textile vessel for that object using the same technique, palette and materials in these samples. Due week 15, 27/05/19.

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: 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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

 

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