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

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: MIET6060C

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

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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

Paul Castro
paul.castro@rmit.edu.au

+61 3 9925 9234

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:	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:	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

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 that relate to operating computing technology in a fashion styling context.

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	TOPIC	ACTIVITIES
01	Introduction Overview of the course Photoshop Intro	Introduction to the course and assessments overview Photoshop Basics: Workspace, toolbox, layers.   ASSESSMENT 1 Due: OHS for IT: Theory + Quiz
02	Photoshop	Photoshop basics: Selection tools, cropping, resizing. Retouching images
03	Photoshop	Photoshop Basics: Using shapes, text, colour VAMFF Starts
04	Photoshop	Watch video: Intro to Photoshop - Resolution VAMFF Week
05	Photoshop	Resolution Saving and exporting documents Moodboards Controlled Moodboard: example in class
06	Photoshop	Class time to work on Assessment 1: Personal Branding (Moodboard)
07	Photoshop	Business Card Design in class   ASSESSMENT 2 Due: Personal Branding (Moodboard)
08	Excel	Introduction to Excel Data base development/ Excel exercises
09	Excel	Data base development/ Excel exercises
10	InDesign	Introduction to Indesign: Creating a document, workspace, toolbox, manipulation.   ASSESSMENT 3 Due: Essential Stylist Database (Formative)
11	InDesign	InDesign basics: Text and graphics.
12	InDesign	InDesign basics: Colour and transparency
13	InDesign	InDesign basics: Colour and transparency Saving and exporting documents.
14	EDM: Mailchimp	EDMs Class Time for assessment 3
15	xx xx	ASSESSMENT 4 Due: Creating a Portfolio in Indesign/ Communicating through EDM (Electronic Direct Mail)
16	Feedback Week

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

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 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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Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1 - due Week 2
OHS Quiz
You will learn the technical skills that will help you develop a Moodboard and Business Card in Photoshop.

Assessment Task 2 - due Week 7
Personal Branding (Photoshop Moodboard)
You will learn the technical skills that will help you develop a Moodboard and Business Card in Photoshop.

Assessment Task 3 - due Week 10
Essential Stylist Database (Excel)
Create a database in excel: of Photographers; hairstylists and make-up artists, other contacts and suppliers including links to websites

Assessment Task 4 - due Week 15
Portfolio (InDesign)
Creating a Portfolio using Indesign/ Communicating through EDM (Electronic Direct Mail)

Assessment Matrix

Assessment Task No. and Description	Element 1	Element 2	Element 3	Element 4
1. OHS Quiz	PC 1,2,3
2. Personal Branding (Photoshop Moodboard)	PC 4	PC 1,2,3,4,5,6	PC 1,2,3,4	PC 1,2,3,4
3 . Essential Stylist Database (Excel)	PC 4	PC 1,2,3,4,5,6	PC 1,2,3,4	PC 1,2,3,4
4 . Portfolio (InDesign)	PC 4	PC 1,2,3,4,5,6	PC 1,2,3,4	PC 1,2,3,4

 

 

 

 

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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.
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