Course Title: Decorate residential interiors
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: ARCH5247C
Course Title: Decorate residential interiors
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4431 - Certificate IV in Interior Decoration
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61399254759
Course Contact Email: jenny.crowley@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Angela Costa
angela.costa@rmit.edu.au
Dellwyn Apted
dellwyn.apted@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
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
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse the design brief, conduct research and generate and refine decoration concepts for existing residential interior spaces. It includes selecting materials and finishes for surface decoration and arranging the objects and elements within the space.
This unit applies to interior decorators who research, analyse and evaluate information from a wide range of different sources to develop decoration solutions.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSFID4012 Decorate residential interiors |
Element: |
1. Analyse the project brief |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Evaluate project specifications, parameters and constraints, and confirm with client 1.2 Select work resources based on the needs of the project 1.3 Establish communication with other people involved in the project |
Element: |
2. Conduct research for the design |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify and assess aspects of the space that impact on potential solutions through site analysis and measurement 2.2 Identify and assess information for relevance to the project brief 2.3 Determine functional and planning issues specific to the site and client requirements 2.4 Clearly document research outcomes 2.5 Develop a project plan that identifies key steps and responsibilities |
Element: |
3. Generate decoration concepts |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use creative methodologies to generate decoration concepts and themes 3.2 Assess concepts against the project brief to select most viable solution 3.3 Present concept to client using support documentation suited to the scope of the project 3.4 Discuss ideas with client and modify concept according to feedback |
Element: |
4. Design the space |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Generate decoration ideas from the concept 4.2 Explore and assess surface materials, finishes and colours for their ability to express the concept 4.3 Explore and assess furniture, fixtures, fittings and accessories for their ability to express the concept 4.4 Explore and assess the allocation and arrangement of objects within the space 4.5 Develop sketches that clearly document the space 4.6 Seek client feedback, agree to and record amendments, and revise and refine ideas |
Element: |
5. Revise and refine solution |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Revise and refine planning through a process of reflection and testing 5.2 Select finishes, fittings, fixtures, furniture, materials and accessories appropriate to the concept and brief parameters 5.3 Select colour scheme that complements the space and creates the required visual experience 5.4 Examine environmental aspects of decoration solution, identify areas for improved sustainability and incorporate in line with brief and client requirements |
Learning Outcomes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Analyse the project brief
2. Conduct research for the design
3. Generate decoration concepts
4. Design the space
5. Revise and refine solution
6. Present decoration solution
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place this semester with a blended classroom model using industry standard tools and resources. Refer to your Course schedule and Canvas shells for specific information on how each of your courses is delivered this semester.
You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Reference mode of delivery for this course is a online approach / studio-based delivery.
Virtual In-class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project-based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
• Class presentations
Out-of-class activities will include:
• Online investigation
• Independent project-based work
Compulsory WIP (Work in Progress)
Throughout this course there are associated learning activities or exercises that are compulsory.
They will be identified as a Compulsory WIP.
These exercises/activities must be completed in a timely manner as indicated in the weekly schedule to allow you to build knowledge and progress to the formal assessment.
Even if you complete and pass the formal assessment, if you haven’t completed the WIP you are unable to pass this course overall.
Teaching Schedule
| Week 1 |
Introduction to the course / White Brick Studio Brief Assessment AT1 Brief Assessment AT 2 Studio Workflow of a decorator |
AT2: Pickle Street project - Scope of work AT2: Optional Client Brief AT1 - Knowledge QuizAT2 - Pickle Street Proposal |
| Week 2 |
AT2: Pickle Street project - Scope of work AT2: Optional Client Brief |
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| Week 3 |
Spatial planning Mood Board Furniture |
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| Week 4 | Upholstery | WIP 1 Due |
| Week 5 | Excursion to Furniture Suppliers | |
| Week 6 |
Client Communication: Return Brief AT1 Knowledge Questions |
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| Week 7 |
Bedding & Bedhead Wall finishes Discussion AT1 / AT2 |
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| Week 8 |
Discussion AT1 BQ - price list Furniture price list Product pages Studio Time |
AT2 Due |
| Week 9 |
Discussion AT1 AT3 Refine ideas from AT2 for AT3 |
Briefing AT3 - Pickle Street Presentation Package |
| Week 10 |
BQ Showroom Visit Discussion AT1 AT3 Assessment Task Breakdown |
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| Week 11 | AT3 Task Discussion (group work) | |
| Week 12 | Design Development & Documentation | |
| Week 13 |
Design Development & Documentation WHS |
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| Week 14 |
Communication with clients Presentation method |
AT1 - Knowledge Quiz Due |
| Week 15 | Oral presentation | AT3 Presentation Due |
| Week 16 | Submission | AT3 Submission |
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
Task 1 - Knowledge
Task 2 - Pickle Street proposals
Task 3 - Pickle Street documentation
You will need to achieve satisfactory in all the assessments to be deemed competent in this course.
Assessment Tasks
This unit is clustered with:
MSFID4017 - Research and recommend furniture and accessories
AT1 Knowledge Assessment Due Week 14
AT2 Pickle Street Proposal Due Week 8
AT3 Pickle Street Documentation Due Week 16
Note: full briefs, assessment details and rubrics for each task are available in Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.
Assessment / Late Submission
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-and-results/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
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;
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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
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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