Course Title: Operate computing technology in a Textiles, Clothing and Footwear workplace

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2017

Course Code: MIET6060C

Course Title: Operate computing technology in a Textiles, Clothing and Footwear workplace

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

Mary Mirt
mary.mirt@rmit.edu.au

Mon & Wed - Fri
PH 9925 9243

Nominal Hours: 50

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

No Pre-requisites for this course

Course Description

This course is designed to give you the skills and knowledge to work with a range of software packages used in the fashion styling industry. You will learn to identify the types and sources of information needed when working in this industry and use appropriate tools to create, maintain and file electronic copies of presentations, schedules and business information.       


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

LMTGN2009B Operate computing technology in a Textiles, Clothing and Footwear workplace

Element:

1.Determine work requirements

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Type of work to be performed is determined 1.2.Required technology is identified 1.3 Software applications to be used are identified 1.4 Data input or information sources to be used are identified 1.5 Required skills for software application are identified

Element:

1.Determine work requirements
Performance criteria
1.1 Type of work to be performed is determined
1.2.Required technology is identified
1.3 Software applications to be used are identified
1.4 Data input or information sources to be used are identified
1.5 Required skills for software application are identified

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Type of work to be performed is determined 1.2.Required technology is identified 1.3 Software applications to be used are identified 1.4 Data input or information sources to be used are identified 1.5 Required skills for software application are identified

Element:

2. Use technology

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Ergonomic conditions are established. 2.2 Key features of technology are identified. 2.3 Technology is started up and shut down. 2.4 Technology is used according to OHS practices . 2.5 Assistance is accessed if required. 2.6 Impact of technology use is explained and related to the work role.

Element:

2. Use technology
Performance criteria
2.1 Ergonomic conditions are established
2.2 Key features of technology are identified
2.3 Technology is started up and shut down
2.4 Technology is used according to OHS practices
2.5 Assistance is accessed if required
2.6 Impact of technology use is explained and related to the work role

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Ergonomic conditions are established. 2.2 Key features of technology are identified. 2.3 Technology is started up and shut down. 2.4 Technology is used according to OHS practices . 2.5 Assistance is accessed if required. 2.6 Impact of technology use is explained and related to the work role.

Element:

3. Select and use program features

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Software application menus are navigated to access information.
3.2 Information or data is entered, changed or removed as required.
3.3 Information or data is saved and stored.
3.4 Key features of software application are identified.
3.5 Support is accessed to ensure software skills are achieved.

Element:

3. Select and use program features
Performance criteria
3.1 Software application menus are navigated to access information
3.2 Information or data is entered, changed or removed as required
3.3 Information or data is saved and stored
3.4 Key features of software application are identified
3.5 Support is accessed to ensure software skills are achieved

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Software application menus are navigated to access information. 3.2 Information or data is entered, changed or removed as required. 3.3 Information or data is saved and stored. 3.4 Key features of software application are identified. 3.5 Support is accessed to ensure software skills are achieved.


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.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities will include the use of a range of software packages on computers. Learning may include tutorials, practical workshops and some independent out of class work will be required. You will be required to participate in problem solving activities, self-reflection and discussion.  Activities will encourage both individual and group based learning responsibilities and outcomes.


Teaching Schedule

Week

Content

1

Introduction to studying at RMIT

2

Introduction to styling CAD and assessment tasks overview

3

Photoshop Basics

4

Photo editing tools and adjustments

5

Controlled Mood Board using basic tools

6

Asst 1 due before start of class

Introduction to Illustrator activities

7

Illustrator continued

Artboards and logo work in Illustrator/Intro to InD

8

Cont. InDesign activities

9

Lynda.com tutorials: Illustrator & InDesign 

Continue working on assets

10

Tutorials on Electronic Data Mail-out software (EDM)

11

Formative feedback

12

Class  time for assessment

Asst 2 due before end of class

13

Uses of Word & Excel in TCF industry

Tips & tricks/shortcuts

Types of documents required 

Data base development/Excel exercises

14

Excel exercises cont.

15

Class Time for assessment:

Assessment 3 due end of class

16

FEEDBACK: One-on-one appointments


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

Author: Lazear, Susan.M. Adobe Photoshop for fashion design 
 

978-013119193


Other Resources

You will have access to a computer laboratories and printers during classes as well as out of access availability to a PC with relevant software packages installed

The University Library 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

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)

You will also have access to the RMIT on-line Learning HUB


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 use a range of software. To successful complete this course students must demonstrate competency in all elements as listed. 

Students will be eligible for a graded result higher than Competency achieved only if 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.
All work must be submitted by the due date. Late submission will not be graded higher than a Competency Achieved (CAG)

All work must be submitted by the due date. Late submission will not be graded higher than a Competency Achieved (CAG)

Assessment will include:

Task 1 - Mood Board
Task 2 - Electronic Mail Out
Task 3 - Electronic Data Base

Feedback will be provided throughout the semester on all assessment tasks. All assessment tasks must be completed before competency can be achieved.

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 the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.

Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment
 


Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1 - (Graded Task) - due Week 6
Photoshop Mood Board : create a mood board to meet a brief including manipulating images, adjusting colour& light. Save and file appropriately for print and electronic versions
Assessment Task 2 - (Ungraded Task) due Week 12
InDesign EDM - Electronic Direct Mail-out:
Set up an Electronic Data Mail-out (EDM)
Assessment Task 3 - (Graded Task) due Week 15
Create a database in excel: of Photographers; hairstylists and make-up artists, other contacts and suppliers including  links to websites


Assessment Matrix

Assessment Task/Methods

Elements/PCs

 

Element 1

Element 2

Element 3

Task 1

Photoshop Mood Board

1; 2; 3; 5

1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6

1; 2; 3; 4; 5

Task 2

InDesign EDM > interactive Electronic Data Mail-out

1; 2; 3; 4; 5

1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6

1; 2; 3; 4; 5

Task 3

Create a database in excel

1; 2; 3; 4; 5

1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6

1; 2; 3; 4; 5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other Information

Study and learning Support:

Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to all RMIT students.
 Services offered by SLC to support numeracy and literacy skills of the students are:
 - Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
 - Maths and science developmental support and advice
 - English language development

Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and Learning Support.

Disability Liaison Unit:

Students with disability or long-term medical condition should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete their studies.
 Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit.

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 :

Special consideration:

Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=riderwtscifm (unresolved) to find more information about special consideration.

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

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