Course Title: Assist in the development of textile designs

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2020

Course Code: VART6453C

Course Title: Assist in the development of textile designs

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4404 - Certificate IV in Textile Design, Development and Production

Course Contact: Betty Kanzurovski

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9232

Course Contact Email: betty.kanzurovski@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

John Brooks

john.brooks@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 50

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 explore the different processes available to assist you in the development of your design ideas to create textile designs and appropriate methods for presenting your designs. You will develop design concepts for textile products according to a specified brief, by undertaking research and creating or adapting designs.

This course consists of 3 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other two units of Competency in this clustered course are:
CUADRA201 Develop drawing skills
CUAACD301 Produce drawings to communicate ideas


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSTTD4009 Assist in the development of textile designs

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 develop textile designs

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Interpret design brief and clarify purpose of textile product 2.2 Determine design requirements from brief 2.3 Identify design constraints 2.4 Analyse examples of textile products that meet aspects of the design brief to clarify design objectives 2.5 Discuss brief with team members and establish design priorities

Element:

3. Analyse technical requirements of design brief

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Research trends in yarns and raw materials used in similar textile products and compare against design requirements 3.2 Assess technical requirements associated with textile production processes, within specified guidelines and according to workplace procedures 3.3 Identify any additional expertise required for project 3.4 Identify impacts of materials and processes on design

Element:

4. Contribute to design concepts

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Develop preliminary concepts with others to explore possibilities 4.2 Use storyboards, sketches or other tools used for textile designs to develop designs 4.3 Apply principles of design and elements of design to development of design ideas 4.4 Contribute ideas and discuss with team members to enhance success of project 4.5 Examine design ideas against design brief and select design for further development 4.6 Develop sample textile product to test design concept

Element:

5. Assist in the preparation of presentation materials

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Select techniques for presenting textile product design 5.2 Develop support materials with team members to demonstrate features and benefits of textile design 5.3 Document design details


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 and performance Criteria. You will be able to interpret a textile brief, undertake appropriate research, including trend data and the technical requirements, to sketch/ draw and develop a range of preliminary design concepts using different mediums. You will refine these design concepts and create and present a range of textile design products to meet the brief.


Details of Learning Activities

The learning activities that will be undertaken in this course include:

  • Research
  • Exploration of different drawing techniques and mediums
  • Class exercises
  • Practical demonstrations
  • Design activities or projects
  • Peer teaching and class presentations
  • Independent project based work
  • Peer/ Lecturer feedback
  • Final folio of a range of drawings
  • Final folio of a range of hand drawn textile repeats


Teaching Schedule

Session/week

Key topics

Key learning and assessment activities

Due Dates

Session 1

Design elements and principals

 

Proportion

Introduction to drawing and design studio, housekeeping, OH&S, introductions

 

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

 

Introduction to design elements and principals (1 hour)

Class discussion about design and drawing. Introducing the design elements and principals.

 

Drawing and design exercise (3 hours)

 Guided session working with pencil – line, balance, proportion, perspective

 

Development into motifs, block repeat

 

Session 2

Charcoal, tone and volume

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

Drawing and design exercise (3 hours)

 Charcoal session – guided session exploring tone and volume

 

Development of motifs, brick & half drop

 

Session 3

Ink, line and form

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

Drawing and design exercise (3 hours)

 Ink session – guided session on line and form

 

Ink drawing – ogees

 

Session 4

Pattern & Texture

Observational Drawing Activity (1 hour)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction. One on one review of progress so far.

 

Drawing and design exercise (3 hours)

 Presentation and guided session - methods for creating texture

 

Producing a series of croquis to inform weave structures and surfaces – stripes, patterns and textures

Feedback session

Session 5

Water

 

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

 

Drawing and design exercise (3 hours)

 Guided session exploring wet mediums – watercolour, ink, water, salt, layering and thinking about colour, movement and emphasis

 

Spot repeats using wet medium techniques

 

Session 6

Collage

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

 

Drawing and design exercise (3 hours)

 Guided session on collage and mixed media – texture, hierarchy, composition, rhythm, variety, harmony and unity

 

Collaging intermediate repeat systems –all over and tossed repeats

 

Session 7

Mark-making and layering

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

 

Drawing and design exercise (3 hours)

Guided session extending on pattern, repetition, point, texture, plus layering and positive and negative space

 

Producing 8 x A4 black and white croquis exploring texture, backgrounds, layering, and positive/negative space to inform screen print work  - plus diamond and scale repeats

 

Session 8

Collaborative Collection

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

 

Drawing and design exercise (3 hours)

 

Group project

 

Introduction to Assessment 3 – trend research to be completed outside of class

Assessment 2 due

 

Session 9

Collaborative Collection

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

 

Design project (4 hours, 30 mins)

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Session 10

Collection

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

Design project (4 hours, 30 mins)

 Brief presentations of product ideas and group discussion. Filling out forms for assessment 3. Feedback session re: museum drawings. Motif development.

 

Feedback session

Session 11

Collection

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

Design project (4 hours, 30 mins)

 Reviewing product and suitability of design. Photocopying motifs to create repeats.

 

Session 12

 Collection

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

Design project (4 hours, 30 mins)

Finalising motifs in consultation with teacher and beginning to hand draw repeat designs.

 

Session 13

Collection

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

Design project (4 hours, 30 mins)

Hand drawing repeat designs

 

Session 14

 Collection

Observational Drawing Activity (30 mins)

students respond to repetitive observational drawing instruction

Design project (4 hours, 30 mins)

Drawing products. Drawing repeat designs onto product drawings

 

Session 15

Collection

Design project (5 hours)

 Mounting work to complete folio

Assessments 1 and 3 due

Session 16

Assessment

Assessment

 

 

Note - While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on the class needs and availability of resources


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Meller, Susan Effers Joost, 1991, Textile Designs: 200 Years of Patterns, Thames and Hudson, London.

Dexter, Emma (ed), 2004, Vitamin D: New Perspectives in Drawing, Phaidon

Kovats, Tania (ed), 2005, The Drawing Book: A Survey of Drawing: The Primary Means of Expression, Black Dog Publishing

TRACEY, 2008, Drawing Now: Between the Lines of Contemporary Art, I.B.Tauris

Online: http://butdoesitfloat.com/


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.

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

Assessment 1 Due date Week 15

Drawing knowledge 

In this assessment students will answer a series of questions relating to drawing and design.

 

 

 

Assessment 2 Due date Week 

Collaborative Collection

Students will work together to create a collection of textile designs based on a design brief.

 

 

 

Assessment 3 Due date Week 15

Textile Design Collection

Students will keep a visual diary throughout the semester. This will be used as the basis for a capsule collection of textile designs at the end of the semester.


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

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.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-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.

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.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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