Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2013
Course Code: GRAP5299C
Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5249 - Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration
Course Contact : Jennifer Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819
Course Contact Email:design.tafe@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Jenni Woods jennifer.woods@rmit.edu.au Ph: 9925 4407
Nominal Hours: 65
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
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source information on design history and theory, and to apply that information to one’s own area of work.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES305A Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
Element: |
1. Collect information on history and theory of design |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Identify and access relevant sources of information on design history and theory |
Element: |
2. Apply information to own area of work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Evaluate information in the context of current design practice |
Element: |
3. Update and maintain knowledge of design trends |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of design trends and developments |
Learning Outcomes
This unit applies to individuals who work in design and need to develop and maintain a general knowledge of design history and theory.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a studio, workshop or classroom using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.
In class activities may include:
class exercises to review discussions/lectures
Blog/Wiki discussion and participation
analysis/critique of relevant reading material
lectures
design activities or projects
online activiities
group projects
peer learning
guest lecture
peer teaching and class presentations
group discussion
online research
independent project based work
teacher directed group activities/projects
site visits (observations)
‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
other activities as decided by teaching staff
Out of class activities may include:
visits to Galleries/Exhibitions
Teaching Schedule
| WEEK | COURSE CONTENT |
ELEMENTS BSBDES305A |
DUE DATE |
| 1 | Orientation session | 1.1, 1.2 |
|
| 2 | Introduction & Course Outline |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 3 | Classic Civilisations : Ancient Greek Lecture | 1, 2, 3 | |
| 4 |
Classic Civilisations : Ancient Roman Lecture Assessment Task 2.1 Design History Quick Quiz – Ancient Greek (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 5 |
The Exotic East : Asia & Islam Lecture Assessment Task 2.2 Design History Quick Quiz – Ancient Roman (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 6 |
Medieval Period : Early Christian to Gothic Lecture. International. Assessment Task 2.3 Design History Quick Quiz – China & Japan (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 7 |
The Rise of Humanism : Renaissance Lecture. Europe and Britain. Assessment Task 2.4 Design History Quick Quiz – Gothic (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | Task 1.1 |
| 8 |
The Age of Ornamentation : Baroque & Rococo Lecture. Europe and Britain. Assessment Task 2.5 Design History Quick Quiz – Renaissance (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 9 |
Return to the Classics : Neo-Classicism Lecture. Europe, Britain, America & Australia. Assessment Task 2.6 Design History Quick Quiz – Baroque & Rococo (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 10 |
The Rise of Industry : Victorian Lecture. International and Australia. Assessment Task 2.7 Design History Quick Quiz – Neo-Classicism (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | Task 1.2 |
| 11 |
Aesthetic Individuals : Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau Lecture. International and Australia. Assessment Task 2.8 Design History Quick Quiz – Victorian (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 12 |
Streamlined Elegance : Art Deco Lecture. International and Australia. Assessment Task 2.9 Design History Quick Quiz – Arts & Crafts & Art Nouveau (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 13 |
Age of Modernity : Bauhaus. International and Australia. Assessment Task 2.10 Design History Quick Quiz – Art Deco (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | Task 1.3 |
| 14 |
Mid 20th Century : 1940 to 1970. International and Australia.
|
1, 2, 3 | |
| 15 |
Brave New World : 1970 to current day. International and Australia. Assessment Task 2.12 Design History Quick Quiz – Mid 20th Century (in class) |
1, 2, 3 | |
| 16 | Submission and Review | 1, 2, 3 | Task 1.4 |
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material outlined in the Weekly Outline, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Interior Design & Decoration, Abercrombie & Whiton, Pearson Prentice Hall, 6th Edn. |
|
The History of Interior Design, John Pile, Wiley, 3rd Edn. |
|
Furniture, Judith Miller, Dorling Kindersley, 1st Edn. |
978-1-4053-58 |
Australian House Styles, Maisey & Ian Stapleton, The Flannel Flower Press, 1st Edn. |
1-875253-13-0 |
Other Resources
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.
You will also have access of the library resources.
Overview of Assessment
Evidence of the following is essential:
• knowledge of the history and theory of design and how this may be applied in design practice
• application of research and evaluation skills.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment tasks in this course are either formative or summative.
Formative tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered essential building blocks for the more substantial summative assessment tasks.
Summative assessment tasks in this course are graded.
Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both.
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.
Formative Assessment
Assessment Task 1 - Design History Blog
Complete 4 Blog posts including text and images focussing on key historical periods throughout the semester.
Task 1.1 Classical Civilisations Blog - due Week 7
Task 1.2 Baroque to Neo-Classicism Blog - due Week 10
Task 1.3 Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau and Art Deco Blog - due Week 14
Task 1.4 Mid 20th Century Blog - due Week 16
Assessment Task 2 - Quick Quiz
Weekly quiz regarding the period covered in the previous lecture.
Task 2.1 - Week 4
Task 2.2 - Week 5
Task 2.3 - Week 6
Task 2.4 - Week 7
Task 2.5 - Week 8
Task 2.6 - Week 9
Task 2.7 - Week 10
Task 2.8 - Week 11
Task 2.9 - Week 12
Task 2.10 - Week 13
Task 2.11 - Week 14
Task 2.12 - Week 15
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also use graded assessment
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved - Graded
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for Assessment
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 gain the competency.
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 :
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=9pp3ic9obks7
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy :
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=vj2g89cve4uj1
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. Special consideration, appeals and discipline :
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qkssnx1c5r0y
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
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 go to Academic Integrity :
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kw02ylsd8z3n
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