Course Title: Apply design studio process

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: GRAP5367C

Course Title: Apply design studio process

Important Information:

This unit is a core within the Diploma of Fashion Styling and must be successfully completed to achieve this qualification

School: 350T Fashion & Textiles

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C5336 - Diploma of Fashion Styling

Course Contact: Anni Juracich

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9236

Course Contact Email: anni.juracich@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Rosanna Giacomini
rosanna.giacomini@rmit.edu.au

 

Tracey Lean
tracey.lean@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

None

Course Description

In this course you will experiment with different ways of creating or altering fashion product to meet a range of different styling scenarios. You will be required to demonstrate skills in problem solving, planning, organising, initiative and enterprise to develop, design and produce a fashion design product .    

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	LMTFD4001B Apply design studio process
Element:	1 Interpret design brief
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Specifications of design brief are identified. 1.2 Purposes of product and end user expectations are identified. 1.3 Characteristics of target market are identified. 1.4 Understanding of design brief is checked and further clarification gained as required.
Element:	2 Research relevant information
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Relevant information is identified and accessed to guide design and production process. 2.2 Information is analysed and applied to design concept development and production. 2.3 Any additional expertise required for project is identified
Element:	3 Develop and refine design concept
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Preliminary concepts are identified. 3.2 Design processes are used to experiment with and develop design concepts. 3.3 Options are evaluated against design brief specifications. 3.4 Criterion and selection processes are used to refine concept options. 3.5 Design concept is selected and developed.
Element:	4 Present design for feedback
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Communication tools are used to present design concept to appropriate personnel for feedback. 4.2 Feedback is received and considered in line with design brief. 4.3 Design concept is modified and improved where possible.
Element:	5 Prepare for production
Performance Criteria:	5.1 All components required for production are identified. 5.2 Technical aspects of production are identified. 5.3 Specification sheet is completed to guide production. 5.4 Resources and production requirements are identified and sourced. 5.5 Plan is developed to guide production.
Element:	6 Develop design pattern
Performance Criteria:	6.1 Blocks are selected to meet design brief. 6.2 Blocks are modified to create patterns that meet design requirements and specifications. 6.3 Pattern is made according to industry standards, including industry markings and lay plans. 6.4 Toile is created to test accuracy of pattern. 6.5 Pattern is confirmed against design specifications
Element:	7 Produce fashion product
Performance Criteria:	7.1 Workplace is prepared according to OHS practices. 7.2 Materials and resources are prepared. 7.3 Fabric is cut according to pattern directions.  7.4 Product is sewn according to specifications. 7.5 Product is finished according to specifications
Element:	8 Evaluate and analyse design and production processes
Performance Criteria:	8.1 Finished item is assessed against design specifications and design brief. 8.2 Design is analysed and evaluated to identify opportunities for improvement. 8.3 Production process is evaluated to identify opportunities for improvement. 8.4 Process and improvements are documented

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge to demonstrate competency in the above elements within a fashion styling context.

Details of Learning Activities

In this course you will be involved in both, theoretical and practical tasks.
     ·         You will be required to undertake research on appropriate methods to create your design ideas and/or product and develop documentation to support your findings

·         You will integrate skills across the design process and focus on the use and experimentation of design studio processes which will result in the production of a fashion design product which meets a specified brief.

·         You will take part in practical workshops and learn to use equipment in a design studio.

·         You will be involved in a presentation of design ideas.

·         Design activities or projects and class presentations.

Teaching Schedule

WEEK	TOPIC	ACTIVITIES
01	Introduction to course and outcomes.   Discuss weekly planner, time lines and assessments tasks.   Discuss Occupational Health and safety requirements of the work room.    Intro Ass1 – Online Quiz for OH&S procedures.   Class Exercise: Fashion Terminology. Download the booklet. Student to use reference for garment descriptions to assist annotations for the Visual Style Journal.    Class Exercise: Students will use existing garments to dress a client; Fit, Alter, Re model and make repairs. To create a suitable garment for a TVC. Discussions on how and where to fit garments. Teacher to demonstrate techniques and appropriate solutions.	Students must comply with OH&S requirements at all times. Complete the online task as part of Assessment 1. Http://lrd.kangan.edu.au/tfia/content/safety/00_safety_intro.htm   Set up a Visual Style Journal students need to use an A3 sketch book.  All work pictures, samples, etc are to be annotated. Keep class notes and work – the sample workbook in a Display Folder for assessment and future reference. Students need to be set up in Canvas. Style terminology on Canvas.   Students to have a basic sewing kit.  Equipment list and discuss the uses.   Https://ir.library.oregonstate.edu/xmlui/bitstream/handle/1957/24654/ECNO1382.pdf?Sequence=1   Resources:   Reader’s Digest. 1977. Complete to Sewing. Surry Hills, NSW Claire Shaeffer’s, 1994.  Fabric Sewing Guide. Updated Version. Chilton book company. Radnor Pennsylvania
02	Discuss stitching technology solutions appropriate for required tasks. Hand out stitching techniques of various seams.   Demonstrate Hand sewing techniques. Discuss Trims and accessories. Introduction to specification / sequence plan sheets and their purposes.	Students to start entering samples into the Visual Style Journal A3 sketch book.  Class Tasks:  Stitch samples and write up sequence processes for reference. View online references relating to hand sewing techniques.   Refer to notes for required stitch types
03	Continue with Hand sewing, complete the required stitch types. Include the step by step technique descriptions. Introduce Fabrics and fibres task as part of the Assessment 2.	Assessment 1 Submission   Students to produce machine sewn techniques Document all steps needs to produce the samples. Collect images of the techniques to show their applications and uses. Add to the A3 journal. Hand out Fabric and fibres task. Students to search for Fabrics to be included into Assessment 2.
04	VAMFF   Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion festival	Students to complete work placements Students to research for Fabrics
05	Introduce machinery and discuss work room procedures. Begin safe operation of machinery/equipment in sewing room. Continue stitching various seam samples.	Students to produce machine sewn techniques. Document all steps needs to produce the samples. Collect images of the techniques to show their applications and uses. Add to the A3 journal.
06	Begin safe operation of machinery/equipment in sewing room. Continue stitching various seam samples.	Students to work on fabrics and fibres Also add fabric swatches to the A3 journal. Continue with sewing samples
07	Discuss Assessment 3- STYLE DEVELOPMENT: Produce a (fashion product) An Equipment Bag. Interpret design brief; discuss purpose of the product and client’s expectations.	Assessment 2 Submission   Research design, target market, production process. Experiment and develop design concepts, adapt patterns. Refine and modify design. trace out pattern block make any alterations for your equipment bag. Cut out selected fabrics (keep swatches for reference) Students may purchase their own fabrics
08	Produce a (fashion product) An Equipment Bag.   Work on fabrics & fibres	Construct equipment bag Take pictures and notes for journal- Document the Sequence operation.
09	Produce a (fashion product) An Equipment Bag.   Work on fabrics & fibres	Construct equipment bag Take pictures and notes for journal- Document the Sequence operation.
10	Produce a (fashion product) An Equipment Bag.   Work on fabrics & fibres	Complete equipment bag. Complete fabric task add to journal.
11	STYLE CLIENT for an EVENT – refer to brief. Research the occasion; meet the needs of the client, purpose of the end product. Information is analysed and applied to design concept development and production commenced.	Assessment 3 iSubmission   Select trims, materials and/or garments to be used in the development of the outfit. Research the event Develop concept pages, mood of the event Create a look for your client
12	Continue to develop, modify, refine and produce outfit.	Construct, Modify, adapt the outfit Take pictures and notes for journal- Document the Sequence operation. Add to journal.
13	Continue to develop, modify, refine and produce outfit.	Construct, Modify, adapt the outfit Take pictures and notes for journal- Document the Sequence operation. Add to journal.
14	Continue to develop, modify, refine and produce outfit.	Assessment 4 is Photographed   Photograph your outfit Make necessary adjustments to the Outfit
15	Complete final Outfit and all requirements.	Assessment 4 Final Submission   Present Complete Outfit on a clothes hanger, in a clearly labelled in a Clothes Bag. Fill in assessment cover sheet. Complete all necessary documentation in Journal Clearly labelled (with your name) A3 visual style journal and photographed images.
16	Feedback Week

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

You will have access to a fully equipped design studio with sewing and pressing equipment. As well as access to the University Library which has extensive resources for Fashion and Textiles students.
The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies Fashion and Textiles Library Guides including

•Fashion magazines
•Fashion & Sewing Books
•Database (e.g. WGSN)
•Library guide http://rmit.libguides.com/fashionstyling

The Library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian Michelle Matheson michelle.matheson@rmit.edu.au (Brunswick)

Required Equipment:

• A3 folio for maintaining all class work
• Students to have a basic sewing kit
• Glue/stapler/tape
• Pattern Scissors
• Fabric scissors
• Clippers
• Tape measure
• Pins
• Hand sewing needles
• Threads
• Fabric marking pencil
• Tailors chalk

You will be provided with the following equipment to use during class time:

• Bobbin case for Industrial sewing machine
• Bobbin
• Presser foot
• Skinny Foot
• Invisible zipper foot
• Gathering foot

Recommended Readings:

• Reader’s Digest. 1977. Complete to Sewing. Surry Hills, NSW
• Claire Shaeffer’s, 1994.  Fabric Sewing Guide. Updated Version. Chilton book company. Radnor Pennsylvania

Overview of Assessment

Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and has been designed to measure achievement of each element in a flexible manner. Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including projects and assignments designed for students to demonstrate their ability to profile and tailor marketing to different segments. To successfully complete these course students must demonstrate competency in all elements as listed. 
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. All assessment tasks must be completed before competency can be achieved. Feedback will be provided throughout the semester on all assessment tasks. 

Results for this course are delivered and assessed in accordance with Graded competency-based assessment are:
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

Students will be eligible for a graded result higher than Competency achieved only if work is submitted on time and competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period and on the first assessment attempt. Units assessed as ‘not yet competent’ on a first assessment attempt and ‘competent’ on a second or subsequent attempt are to have results amended to competent but will not be eligible for grading. Students are advised that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to confirm aspects of competency not evidenced in class or through assessments.

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.

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Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online:
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Other Information

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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. Please refer to the RMIT student essentials/assessment page.
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Academic Integrity and Plagiarism –
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity.

The following link provides important information on the following topics that relates to all courses: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity
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• Student Progress
• Special Consideration, appeals, and discipline
• Academic Integrity
• Student Progress Committee (SPC)
• Assessment Grades
• Classification of award

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. 
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained. 
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1 OH&S Certificate

due Week 3 

In this assessment you will learn OH&S procedures. 

Assessment Task 2 Design Studio Process

due Week 7 

In this assessment you will learn OH&S procedures, produce with step by step instructions of methods of stitching techniques and explore various styles of how they are used to create good design processes in your A3 Visual Style Journal.

 

Assessment Task 3 Create an Equipment bag

due Week 11

You will complete all processes to design and make an Equipment Bag, which is an accessory of usefulness rather than beauty or ornamentation. However you may use different materials to individualise your E. Bag. This Equipment bag will ideally store all the items you may need to have at your workplace. Select a pattern block of a basic bag and adapt to suit the needs of the equipment bag for user (stylist).

 

Assessment Task 4 Style and Produce an Outfit for a Client for an Event  

due Weeks 14 & 15

You will design and create an Outfit for a client to be worn to a Music and Artistic event. The event is called “Burning Man” and you are required research the event and create an Outfit for your client. 

 

Assessment Matrix

No	Name of Assessment Task	Method of Assessment	Elements Performance Criteria
1	Occupational Health &Safety Certificate	Knowledge  Quiz Assessment	E1 PC 7.1
2	Design Studio Processes	Practical Assessment	E1 PC 1.1,1.2 E2 PC 2.1 E5 PC-5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4 E6 PC-6.3,6.4,6.5 E7 PC-7.2,7.3,7.4,7.5
3	Create & Produce an Equipment Styling Bag	Practical Assessment	E1 PC-1.1,1.2 E2 PC-2.1,2.2 E3 PC-3.1,3.3 E4 PC-4.3 E5 PC-5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4 E6 PC-6.1,6.2,6.3,6.4,6.5 E7 PC-7.2,7.3,7.4,7.5 E8 PC-8.1
4	Style and Produce an Outfit for a Client for an Event	Project Assessment	E1 PC 1.2,1.3,1.4 E2 PC 2.1,2.2, 2.3 E3 PC 3.1,3.2, 3.3,3.4,3.5 E4 PC 4.1,4.2,4.3  E5 PC 5.1,5.2,5.3, 5.4,5.5 E6 PC 6.4, 6.5 E7 PC 7.2,7.3,7.4,7.5 E8 PC 8.1,8.2,8.3,8.4

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