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 Quiz
AT2 - Pickle Street Proposal
Week 2

AT2: Pickle Street project -  Scope of work

AT2: Optional Client Brief

 
Week 3

Spatial planning

Mood Board Furniture

 
Week 4 Upholstery WIP 1 Due
Week 5 Excursion to Furniture Suppliers  
Week 6

Client Communication: Return Brief 

AT1 Knowledge Questions 

 
Week 7

Bedding & Bedhead

Wall finishes
Floor coverings

Discussion AT1 / AT2
Introduction to AT3 

 
Week 8

Discussion AT1

BQ - price list

Furniture price list

Product pages

Studio Time

AT2 Due 
Week 9

Discussion AT1

AT3 
Project Plan (Gantt Chart)

Refine ideas from AT2 for AT3
Billing Methods
Product Pages

Briefing AT3 - Pickle Street Presentation Package
Week 10

BQ Showroom Visit 

Discussion AT1

AT3 Assessment Task Breakdown 

 
Week 11 AT3 Task Discussion (group work)  
Week 12 Design Development & Documentation  
Week 13

Design Development & Documentation

WHS

 
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);

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

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

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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