Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2024

Course Code: GRAP5421C

Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

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

Justin Compton 
justin.compton@rmit.edu.au 

Emanuela Rallis emanuela.rallis@rmit.edu.au

 

 

 

 

 

Nominal Hours: 60

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 explore and creatively apply the design process to the development of three-dimensional (3D) forms. It involves exploring ideas and the creative design process, and communicating different ideas through application of design processes to 3D forms.

The unit applies to those who work under supervision and apply an understanding of the design process using discretion and judgement.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUADES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

Element:

1. Source information on 3D design

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify and access applicable sources of information on 3D design

1.2 Evaluate and collate information on features of 3D design

Element:

2. Explore the creative design process for 3D forms

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Generate different ideas and options for use of 3D design using creative thinking techniques

2.2 Explore and challenge different ideas using experimentation of 3D designs

2.3 Challenge assumptions, evaluate on ideas and refine approaches

2.4 Consciously change perspective, and evaluate ideas and situations in new ways

Element:

3. Communicate ideas through application of design processes to 3D forms

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Investigate and examine how a particular idea might be communicated in 3D form

3.2 Select materials, tools and equipment applicable to the realisation of the idea

3.3 Apply a creative design process to produce different 3D idea realisations

3.4 Examine own application of design process and success in communicating the idea

3.5 Seek and obtain feedback from others about the 3D form and its success in communicating idea

3.6 Present and store concept realisations or work samples as required


Learning Outcomes


Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Source information on 3D design

2. Explore the creative design process for 3D forms

3. Communicate ideas through application of design processes to 3D forms


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities will take place this semester with a blended classroom model using industry standard tools and resources. Some classes maybe scheduled to be on campus, and some may be in a remote (virtual) learning mode online. 

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 blended approach / studio-based delivery.

 

On campus class activities will include:

• Tutorials and project-based work

• Group discussion

• Teacher directed activities/projects

• Class presentations 

• Independent project-based work

• Site visits (observations)

• Studio Practice

 

Virtual In-class activities will include:

• Tutorials and project-based work

• Group discussion

• Teacher directed activities/projects

• Class presentations 

• Online research

• Independent project-based work

• Site visits (observations)

• Studio Practice

 

Out-of-class activities will include:

• Online investigation

• Independent project-based work

• Gallery/Exhibition visits


Teaching Schedule

 

WEEK

CONTENT

  
ASSESSMENTS

Overview of course.

Elements + Principles of 3D Design activity

Inspiration in the design process

Discuss resources.

  
 
2

Technical Drawing

 

 Compulsory WIP 1 
3

Creativity & Mind maps

Discuss Assessment Task 1 (AT1).

  
  Compulsory WIP 2 
4

Creating form from 2D sketches.

Abstract drawing to 3D forms.

Slotted Model

  
 Compulsory WIP 3 
5  Continue slotted model.  
6

Part A questions.

Dog Model Making

Making quick models.
Discuss why we use them.

Compulsory WIP 4

  

Ergonomics

  Human Scale
 

Gather feedback and reflect.

Create another 2 dog models.

  Create 3 concepts from your dog model/s.
Compulsory WIP 5
9

 

Refine your model/s.

  
 
10 

Discuss Assessment Task 3 (AT3).

Human scale for models.

Continue working on concepts.

  
Compulsory WIP 6
11

Presentation  boards intro

Assessment Task 2 (AT2) introduction and discussion.

Reflect and consider a final model

  
Compulsory WIP 7
12

Review and check you have all parts of your process folio included for AT1.

Develop a final design with an architectural standard model

AT1 submitted to canvas.

  
AT1 due
13

 

Refine a final design with an architectural standard model

  
 

14

  

 

Create scaled model.

Tools and equipment for model making.

Continue working on AT2.

Submit AT3 to canvas at the end of this session.

  
AT3 due
15

 

Finalise AT2 Final Concept Presentation

  
 
16

AT2 Presentations to Peers

  
AT2 due


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

3D design basics Edition First edition. Creator Fullmer, Donna Lynne, author. Publication date 2020 Publisher New York : Bloomsbury Publishing

978-1-5013-7172-1 (online) 978-1-6090-1


Other Resources

Library support

The University Library has extensive resources for InteriorDesign 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 - Project 3D Models 

Task 2 - Concept presentation

Task 3 - Knowledge 

You will need to achieve satisfactory in all the assessments to be deemed competent in this course.


Assessment Tasks

AT1 3D models - Due  Week 12 

AT3 Knowledge Report - Due Week 14 

AT2 Process folio & presentation - Due Week 16 

Note: full briefs, assessment details and rubrics for each task are available in Canvas

All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.

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. 

 

Assessment / Late Submission

All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.

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 2 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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It's time to get ready; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/new-student-guide 

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