Course Title: Source and apply design industry knowledge

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2024

Course Code: GRAP6372C

Course Title: Source and apply design industry knowledge

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

Dellwyn Apted

dellwyn.apted@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 20

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 source, apply and update general knowledge of the design industry based on problem solving, aesthetics, materials and processes appropriately used within the design industry. It involves researching information on different features of the industry, applying it to one’s own work practice, and remaining up-to-date on industry practices.

It applies to individuals who work under supervision and support the professional design process such as evaluating the nature of design.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUADES304 Source and apply design industry knowledge

Element:

1. Source and apply information on the structure and operation of design industry

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify and analyse information on the design industry and professional design practice

1.2 Inform own design practice and work using knowledge of the design industry

1.3 Obtain information on employment obligations and opportunities in the design industry

1.4 Apply knowledge of employment obligations and opportunities within day-to-day work activities

Element:

2. Seek information on new design technology

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify sources of information on new technology affecting different areas of design practice

2.2 Investigate applicable technologies to assist required work performance

Element:

3. Update industry knowledge

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update knowledge of the design industry and monitor current issues of concern to the industry

3.2 Share updated knowledge with colleagues and peer group as required, and incorporate into day-to-day work activities

Element:

4. Apply information on ethical and legal work practices

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Source information on ethical and legal work practices in the context of design

4.2 Share updated knowledge on ethical and legal work practice in day-to-day work activities


Learning Outcomes


Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Source and apply information on the structure and operation of design industry

2. Seek information on new design technology

3. Update industry knowledge

4. Apply information on ethical and legal work practices


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


Teaching Schedule

 WeekTopicAssessment / Learning activities
 
 
Week 1

Introduction to Course

 

Brief and discuss:
AT1 Portfolio

AT2 Project

Lecture: Introduction to Small Business

 
Week 2

 

Investigate Industry Networking Opportunities

 

   
Week 3

 

Prepare Professional CV

   
Week 4

 

Investigate Media Platform and appropriate imagery 

 

WIP 1 Due
Week 5 Putting it all together

 

 
Week 6 Researching into design practices Week 1

 

 

AT1 Due
Week 7

 

Researching into design practices Week 2

 

   
Week 8

Researching into design practices Week 3

 

 

 
Week 9 Group Project presentations - Expanding Networking Reach

 

 

WIP 2 Due
Week 10

 

Putting it all together and submission 

  AT2 Due


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

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 - Portfolio

Task 2 - Report

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


Assessment Tasks

AT1 Portfolio Due Week 6

AT2 Report Due Week 10

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.

 

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 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     

 

IT orientation

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

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