Course Title: Develop and refine illustrative work
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: VART6407C
Course Title: Develop and refine illustrative work
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
Kathy Holowko
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 learn the skills and knowledge required to work with a brief to create illustrations through a process of testing design approaches and illustration techniques.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAILL401 Develop and refine illustrative work |
Element: |
1. Interpret briefs for illustrative work |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Interpret the specifications of illustration briefs 1.2 Discuss and clarify issues about specifications, parameters and constraints with relevant people as required 1.3 Evaluate client requirements to make decisions about style and content of illustrative work 1.4 Source and evaluate information pertinent to briefs |
Element: |
2. Organise resources |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Calculate, select and organise equipment, tools and materials based on the requirements of the work 2.2 Set up a safe and efficient workspace 2.3 Prepare, maintain, store and dispose of all resources according to each item's needs and according to workplace procedures |
Element: |
3. Test design approaches for illustrative work |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Produce preliminary visual representations that take account of intellectual property requirements 3.2 Identify possible illustrative approaches and establish criteria, in line with the brief, for selecting final approach 3.3 Experiment with different illustrative techniques to test a range of approaches that will best communicate ideas required by the brief 3.4 Evaluate testing processes against criteria and select approach that best meets requirements of briefs 3.5 Critique own work for conceptual success and technical execution and seek feedback, as required 3.6 Refine and accurately document the illustrative approach based on testing processes |
Element: |
4. Produce finished illustrative work |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Create illustrations using techniques selected from experimentation and testing, considering and applying elements and principles of design 4.2 Review and refine ideas and approaches based on ongoing experience with production of own work 4.3 Seek and consider feedback from key people to refine illustrative work as required 4.4 Present finished work within agreed work parameters |
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
You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.
In-session activities will include:
• demonstrations and presentations by teacher
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• review and revision
• peer learning
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out-of-session activities will include:
• independent project based work
• online tutorials and activities
• independent research
• studio practice
• review and revision
Teaching Schedule
This unit CUAILL401 (VART6407C) Develop and refine illustrative techniques is co-delivered with CUAACD411 (GRAP54414C) Integrate colour theory and design processes .
Course Schedule: | ||
WEEK |
SESSION DESCRIPTION |
ASSESSMENT |
Week 1 |
Introduction to Course |
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Week 2 |
• Intro to subject • Intro to Exercise 1 - Colour collage Part 1 Testing colours Testing and mixing colours (bring your paint and brushes) |
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Week 3 |
Exercise 1 continued - Colour collage Part 2 Colour Harmonies Make swatches and create colour harmonies, get feedback and guidance |
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Week 4 |
Exercise 1 continued - Colour collage Part 2 Colour Harmonies Make swatches and create colour harmonies, get feedback and guidance Create collages and upload submission document to canvas |
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Week 5 |
Complete Colour collage / Intro to Assessment Task 1: Colour Postcards Part 2 Colour Harmonies Part 3 Collage IMPORTANT NOTE: Monday class falls on a public holiday (no class) Intro to Assessment Task 1: Illustrated Postcards |
Exercises in colour collage due |
Week 6 |
Task 1: Illustrated Postcards Take photographs of the neighbourhood |
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Week 7 |
Get approval for 3 photographs to begin illustrating, print images and create line drawings |
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BREAK |
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Week 8 |
Create line drawings |
FEEDBACK REQUIRED TO PASS SUBJECT |
Week 9 |
Create ink washes Feedback on first combined illustration |
FEEDBACK REQUIRED TO PASS SUBJECT |
Week 10 |
Fill out submission document
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FEEDBACK REQUIRED TO PASS SUBJECT |
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Week 11
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Task 1:Illustrated Postcard assignment due
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Assessment Task 1 DUE |
Week 12 |
Intro to Assessment 2: Vector Self Portrait Get self portrait photo approved Intro to exercises 1,2,3 |
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Week 13 |
Intro to Exercise 4 |
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Week 14 |
Work on exercises / vector self portrait |
Exercises 1, 2 and 3 due |
Week 15 |
Work on vector self portrait |
Exercise 4 due |
Week 16 |
Work on vector self portrait |
FEEDBACK REQUIRED TO PASS SUBJECT |
| Week 17 |
Fill in submission document and submit Task 2 assignment - Vector self portrait due IMPORTANT NOTE: Monday class falls on a public holiday (no class) |
Assessment Task 2 DUE ALL ASSIGNMENTS DUE |
Week 18 |
Assessment week no class |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will need to refer to CANVAS as teaching resources may vary according to teaching schedule and task requirements.
Prescribed Texts: There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course.
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.
Study Support
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support
RMIT Library.
You will also have access to the library resources.
Among 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.
RMIT Library has produced the following:
subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies.
https://rmit.libguides.com/alldesign
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
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher for each assessment task.
Assessment Task 1 - Illustrated Postcards
Due Week 11
Assessment Task 2 - Vector Self Portrait
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.
You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback with verbal and/or written evaluation of your progress within class time.
The submitted projects will be assessed with written feedback as well as a checklist that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
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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