Course Title: Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: ARCH5249C
Course Title: Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4402 - Certificate IV in Interior Decoration
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4759
Course Contact Email: svdsc.design.tech@rmit.edu
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher:
Sarah Palliser
Nominal Hours: 54
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 describes the skills and knowledge required to determine design and decoration requirements, research product options and make recommendations for hard materials and finishes.
This unit applies to individuals providing advice in a retail, consulting or design studio environment. They analyse and compare product information from a wide range of sources to develop a design solution.
No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSFID4018 Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors |
Element: |
1. Determine project requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review and clarify project brief with client 1.2 Confirm and evaluate parameters and constraints 1.3 Select work resources based on the needs of the project 1.4 Identify and assess aspects of the space that impact on potential solutions 1.5 Identify key project stakeholders and establish required communication protocols |
Element: |
2. Research material and finish options |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Select materials and finishes that match the brief and are suited to aesthetic nature of the space 2.2 Analyse and review intended use against functional features of different products 2.3 Consider and investigate new hard materials and finish technologies 2.4 Analyse and evaluate product properties for their safety, suitability and sustainability 2.5 Identify application issues in terms of available expertise 2.6 Source and compare information about costs and availability against the project brief |
Element: |
3. Refine ideas and select preferred solution |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Explore, integrate and refine different options through a process of reflection and testing 3.2 Choose a preferred solution based on research findings and the key objectives of the project brief 3.3 Prepare a visual representation that communicates the key aspects of the preferred solution |
Element: |
4. Make recommendations to client |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Present recommendations in a format and level of detail suited to the client and scope of the project 4.2 Clearly articulate rationale for the chosen solution and present to the client 4.3 Provide realistic cost estimates associated with recommendations 4.4 Seek client feedback on the proposed solution 4.5 Base adjustments made to the final design solution on feedback |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to elements of this unit for learning outcomes.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a virtual studio classroom using industry standard tools and resources.
You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Reference mode of delivery for this course is a blended approach.
Flexible study allows you to study online via Canvas, our online learning and teaching platform, to ensure continued learning.
The mode is a weekly self directed lecture.
Out-of-class activities will include:
• Online investigation
• Independent project-based work
Teaching Schedule
WEEK |
MATERIALS & FINISHES LECTURE |
TASK DUE |
1 |
No Materials & Finishes Lecture | |
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2 |
Timber, timber veneer, particleboard, plywood |
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3
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Glass | AT2 (Return Briefs) Due |
|
4
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Laminate – low pressure, high pressure, vinyl and/or foil wrap | |
5 |
Solid surfaces - resin-based, stone – reconstituted, solid, edging and edge profiles | |
6 |
Metals - stainless steel | |
7 |
Tiles, ceramics | |
Mid semester break | ||
8 |
Finishes: paints, waxes, lacquers, stains, pigments, oils, plastic coatings |
AT1 Ethics Knowledge Questions Due AT2 Kitchen 1 Product Specification Due AT3 Kitchen 1 Concept Due |
9 |
Construction Components: accessories – handles, hinges, runners, taps, cabinetry, benchtops, splashbacks, kickboards/plinths/legs | |
10 |
No Materials & Finishes Lecture | AT1 Studio Knowledge Questions Due |
11 |
No Materials & Finishes Lecture | AT2 Ethics and Compliance Work Practice Task Due |
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12
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No Materials & Finishes Lecture |
AT2 Kitchen 2 Product Specification Due AT3 Kitchen 2 Concept Due |
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13 |
No Materials & Finishes Lecture | |
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14 |
No Materials & Finishes Lecture | |
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15 |
No Materials & Finishes Lecture | |
16 |
No Materials & Finishes Lecture |
AT2 Kitchen 3 Product Specification Due AT3 Kitchen 3 Concept Due |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Library support
The University Library has extensive resources for Interior Design and Decoration students. The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies
https://rmit.libguides.com/interior-design
The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian
https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/study/referencing
Study and Learning support
Would you like to get better at studying, writing, or researching for your assignments? The Library has everything you need to develop your academic skills, improve your marks and save time.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is report and project based.
Assessment Tasks
This unit is clustered with;
MSFKB4015 Research and recommend materials, components and finishes for kitchen design.
AT1 - Knowledge Questions Due: Week 9 and 11
AT2 - Kitchen Design Due: Weeks 2,6,10 and 16
AT3 - Presentations Due: Weeks 6,10 and 16
Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both.
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. Assessment is on-going throughout the course.
All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.
This course is delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment.
CA: Competency achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did Not Submit for Assessment
SEC: Stopped engagement in course
WDR: Withdrawn from course
All work for Assessable Tasks is required to be submitted on the due date and time as outlined in the Assessment Briefs. Exception to this is where an approved ELS plan, an application for Special Consideration or an approved Extension of Time is in place, submitted before the task’s due date with appropriate documentation.
Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
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 of time for your assessable work.
Please see following access for the details on applying for extension of time to assessments.
Special consideration;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Application for extension of time;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-andexams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
Equitable assessment arrangements (EAA);
If your work is incomplete, you are strongly encouraged to submit your work on the due date, in order to meet the submission requirements. Should it be below competency you may be asked to resubmit within 5 working days.
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 studio-based 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 be successful in this course.
Canvas
Use Canvas to access your course content and announcements, submit assignments, and receive your grades and feedback;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/canvas
Student feedback at RMIT:
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.
The following link is an outline and ways that you will receive your feedback at RMIT;
Student Progress Monitoring
Academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Please see following access to the Student progress policy webpage; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Submitting Assessments onto Canvas
Here is a guide to submitting assessments on Canvas; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/submitting-assessments-in-canvas
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity.
Please see following access for more information on Academic Integrity at RMIT; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
IT orientation
It's time to get ready; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/it-orientation
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