Course Title: Generate design solutions

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2023

Course Code: GRAP5416C

Course Title: Generate design solutions

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4414 - Certificate IV in Design

Course Contact: Robin Blood

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4683

Course Contact Email: robin.blood@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

James Fong

james.fong@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 70

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 the skills and knowledge required to generate design solutions in response to a particular design need.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUADES411 Generate design solutions

Element:

1 Define the design challenge

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Determine and evaluate stakeholder needs

1.2 Clarify specifications, parameters and constraints of the design challenge in consultation with required personnel

1.3 Articulate essence of the design challenge in a format that meets stakeholder requirements

Element:

2 Undertake research to inform the design solution

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Source and evaluate information that may assist in responding to the design challenge

2.2 Determine historical, current and future perspectives and trends that might inform design solutions

2.3 Identify applicable social, economic, environmental, ethical and cultural issues that may impact design solutions

2.4 Analyse, distil and collate information to inform the development of the design solution

Element:

3 Communicate and collaborate with others

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Establish and develop working relationships with required personnel

3.2 Seek and integrate input and ideas from others during design process

3.3 Inform key stakeholders about progress of the design and related implications

3.4 Negotiate and agree on any changed requirements or modifications

Element:

4 Generate ideas and responses to the design challenge

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Examine and integrate ideas generated from research and consultation

4.2 Generate different options and ideas using creative thinking techniques

Element:

5 Select a design solution

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Evaluate different options and ideas using developed criteria

5.2 Select a solution based on agreed criteria and in consultation with required personnel

5.3 Adjust and refine proposed design solution based on research, testing and reflection

5.4 Present proposed design solution with applicable supporting documentation according to project requirements

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

Learning activities will take place in a studio and computer laboratory using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study. In-class activities will include:

  • class exercises
  • tutorials
  • practical demonstrations
  • workshops
  • group discussion
  • review and revision
  • peer learning
  • peer teaching and class presentations
  • teacher directed group activities/projects
  • workshopping of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback

 

Out of class activities may include:

  • independent research
  • independent project based work
  • studio practice
  • online tutorials and activities
  • review and revision


Teaching Schedule

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. 

Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and resources.

There will be a number of prescribed tasks and projects (see Assessment Tasks below).

This course will be delivered in the same weekly session as GRAP5418 - Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms - CUADES303. The following timeline contains activities for both courses

 

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.

Week Date(beginning of Monday) TopicAssessment / Learning activities
Week 1 6/2/2023

Introduction to the course

  
Week 2 13/2/2023

Discussion about research

Primary Research vs Secondary Research

Research Template discussion

 
Week 3 20/2/2023

Discussion about research

 

  
Week 4 27/2/2023

Discussion about research

Discussion about AT 2 - Visualisation

 Assessment Task 1 - Research Submission
Week 5 6/3/2023 Discussion about Visualisation  
Week 6 13/3/2023

Note: There will be no class 13/3/2023 - due to Public Holiday (Labour Day)

Discussion about Visualisation

  
Week 7 20/3/2023 Discussion about Visualisation  
Week 8 27/3/2023

Discussion about Visualisation

Discussion about Prototyping

Assessment Task 2 - Visualisation submission

and Standup Discussion
Week 9 5/9/2023 Discussion about Prototyping Workshop Walkthrough (Date May Change)
    Midsemester break - No Class between (7/4/2023 - 16/04/2023)  
Week 10 17/4/2023 Discussion about Prototyping Assignment 3 Presentation
Week 11 24/4/2023

Note: There will be no class 25/04/2023 - due to Public Holiday (Anzac Day)

Discussion about Prototyping

  
Week 12 1/5/2023 Discussion about Prototyping  
Week 13 8/5/2023 Discussion about Prototyping Assessment Task 3 - Prototyping
Week 14 15/5/2023

Discussion about Product Delivery

  
Week 15 22/5/2023 Discussion about Product Delivery  
Week 16 29/5/2023 Discussion about Product Delivery  
Week 17 5/6/2023

Class Consultation

 Assessment Task 4 - Product Delivery
Week 18 18/6/2023 No Class, consultation only  


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

You are advised to look at the Learning Hub at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information. A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year.

You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library resources.

Amongst the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access Lynda.com for online tutorials and lessons. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning. The University Library has extensive resources for Design students.

The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies: http://rmit.libguides.com/graphicartanddesign

The Library provides guides on academic referencing: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing

and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/librarians/dsc


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS 


Assessment Tasks

This course has 4 assessment tasks. You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard through the completion of all coursework to achieve competency. Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both. The exercises are relevant to aspects of the project briefs and the design industry in general.
 
Overview of Assessment -
The assessment tasks will be as follows:
AT1 - Research
Due Week 4

AT2 - Idea Visualisation
Due Week 8


AT3 - Prototyping
Due Week 13

AT4 - Product Delivery
Due Week 17

Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.

At the completion of the course you will be assessed for competency.
Competency-based assessment is as follows:

CA Competency Achieved  

NYC Not Yet Competent

DNS Did Not Submit for Assessment


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

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.

 

Feedback - 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.
Student feedback at RMIT

Student Progress 
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy

Assessment:

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (e.g. applying for an extension of time):

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

 

On Time Submission and Impact of Late Submission 
On time submission is an important factor in your assessment. Employability skills are embedded in all courses and these include Planning & Organising and Self-management. For this reason, late work impacts on your competency assessment. 
Submissions that are assessed as Not Satisfactory can be re-submitted once and this is only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.

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

Submissions
When submitting work for assessment you are required to complete a declaration of authorship. This must be done for every summative assessment task. This statement acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. For non-­digital submission use the printed form provided. For digital online submission please use e­ Submission process.

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

 

 

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.

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL 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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