Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 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

Accelerated Program Co-ordinator - Nancy Everingham nancy.everingham@rmit.edu.au

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
1.2. Organise research material and findings for current or future use in design practice, in a manner which facilitates easy access and cross-referencing
 

Element:

2.  Apply information to own area of work

Performance Criteria:

2.1. Evaluate information in the context of current design practice
2.2. Assess ways in which aspects of information on design history and theory could be used or adapted to inform current practice
2.3. Use relevant information in a culturally appropriate way to develop an understanding of own area of work
 

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
3.2. Incorporate and integrate knowledge into design activities
 


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

In Class activities will include:

  • Lectures
  • Guest Speakers
  • Peer teaching and class presentations
  • Group discussion
  • Teacher directed group activities/projects
  • Workshopping of student projects
  • Analysis/critique of relevant reading material
  • Creative thinking techniques

Out of Class activities will include:

  • Online research
  • Independent project based work
  • Industry related excursions
  • Gallery/Exhibition visits
  •  

Self Directed Learning
Some activities will include a self directed learning approach; self directed learning refers to organised activities that students undertake independently, either as individuals or with other students that are supervised by a teacher. This may include workplace research, library assignments, field trips and work placements.
 


Teaching Schedule

WEEK CLASS CONTENT ELEMENTS
1 Workshop at NGV International - Writing for Design 1,2,3
2 Introduction and Course Outline.  Early Civilisations lecture 1,2,3
3 Classic Civilisations : Ancient Greek lecture 1,2,3
4 Classic Civilisations : Ancient Roman lecture 1,2,3
5 The Exotic East lecture 1,2,3
6 Medieval Period lecture 1,2,3
7 Renaissance lecture 1,2,3
8 Baroque lecture 1,2,3
9 Rococo lecture 1,2,3
10 Neo-Classicism lecture 1,2,3
11 Victorian lecture 1,2,3
12 Arts & Crafts/Art Nouveau lecture 1,2,3
13 Art Deco lecture 1,2,3
14 Modernism lecture 1,2,3
15 Mid 20th Century lecture 1,2,3
16 Late 20th Century lecture 1,2,3


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

Abercrombie & Whiton, Interior Design & Decoration, 6th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall

Pile, J., The History of Interior Design, 3rd Edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Miller, J., Furniture, 1st Edition, Dorling Kindersley

9781405358

Stapleton, M. & Stapleton, I., Australian House Styles, 1st Edition, Flannel Flower Press

1875253130


Other Resources

Students are required to have access to a computer, the internet and relevant and current hardware and software


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

Assessement Task 1 - Design History Blog

Students will complete a total of 3 Blog posts on particular periods of Interior Design and Decoration history and share on a collaborative Blog for comment and feedback

Assessment Task 2 - Design History Quiz

Weekly 10 question in class quiz to review knowledge of previous lecture topic


Assessment Matrix

For Assessment Matrix, please refer to Blackboard link located in MyRMIT in the relevant course folder.

Other Information

Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstrations and production. It is strongly advised that students attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.


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. Please refer to the following URL for extensions and special consideration. http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration/online
 

Cover Sheet for Submissions
All students must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. Please refer to the following URL for further information regarding plagiarism. http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity
 

Work not seen in progress
If a student hands in any work that the teacher has never seen in class or discussed with the student prior to the submission, the teacher can refuse to assess the work on the basis of authentication issues.
 

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