Course Title: Create works of art for public spaces
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: VART6371C
Course Title: Create works of art for public spaces
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5348 - Diploma of Visual Arts
Course Contact: Joel Rainford
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email: svdsc.mac@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 90
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 explore the skills and knowledge required to realise all aspects of a public art project, from initial brief or idea to the actual installation of the work.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPUA501 Create works of art for public spaces |
Element: |
1. Develop ideas for public artworks |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Explore a broad range of information relevant to public art 1.2 Critically evaluate findings in the context of own practice and the work of others 1.3 Collaborate with relevant people about public art projects 1.4 Evaluate potential or actual sites and the practical and creative relationships between site and work 1.5 Consider practical and organisational issues associated with public art 1.6 Refine and confirm ideas for public art based on research, reflection and collaboration with others |
Element: |
2. Experiment with techniques and media for integration in public art |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Explore and experiment with a broad range of advanced techniques and materials, tools and equipment to achieve different effects 2.2 Assess safety and sustainability issues for different techniques and media 2.3 Adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches and comply with intellectual property requirements |
Element: |
3. Organise resources for public artwork |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify specific resource requirements for the chosen work 3.2 Research sources of supply for the art work 3.3 Evaluate costs and other constraints that impact on development of the work 3.4 Coordinate required resources and set up according to safety requirements |
Element: |
4. Create the work |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Create public artwork using techniques and media selected from research and experimentation, considering and applying elements and principles of design 4.2 Evaluate and respond to the potential for change as work progresses 4.3 Proactively identify and resolve technical problems in projects 4.4 Handle equipment, tools and materials safely, minimising and safely disposing of waste throughout production |
Element: |
5. Evaluate own work |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Regularly review work in progress to evaluate effectiveness in meeting personal, professional and artistic objectives 5.2 Identify and respond to opportunities for refinement and re-thinking 5.3 Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the work process 5.4 Evaluate finished work for coherence with project concept, technical resolution and suitability for intended purpose |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will consist of:
• in class activities
• out-of-class activities
• peer teaching and class presentations
• online research
• group discussion
• independent project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Week 1 |
Introduction to unit
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What is Public Art? Introduce AT1: Materials and Space Note; process’s of work; site analysis, response to brief, concept development, production, documentation |
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Week 2 |
Project “Materials and Space” Select a site in a public space to work with in on or around the RMIT City Campus. Sanctioned Public Art and spaces to create in. (Testing Ground) |
What do you like or not like about this space or spaces? Write a critique about this space and record it in your visual diary individually and as a group. Written word, sketches, photos, sound recordings etc Consider relevant details ie, what do you need to consider when creating works in public spaces. |
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Week 3 |
AT1: Materials and Space |
Working collaboratively, in one or more sites, create a work or works in response to these sites. Consider as many aspects of the site as you can identify and select how you will respond. | |
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Week 4 |
Public Art online resources Project 1: Materials and Space Presentations as a group PPTX |
Group presentations and feed back from whole class | AT1 |
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Week 5 |
Public Holiday | Labour Day | |
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Week 6
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Introduction to AT2: City Intervened Introduce Assessment task & criteria for assessment |
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Week 7
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Assessment Task 2: City Intervened |
Group work |
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Week 8
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Assessment Task 2: City Intervened
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continue Group Work | |
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Week 9
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Assessment Task 2: City Intervened continued
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Assessment Task 2: City Intervened
PowerPoint Presentations and feed back from class Present visual diaries for assessment |
AT2 |
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Week 10
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Public Holiday | Easter Monday | |
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Week 11
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Assessment Task 2: City Intervened | Assessment Task 2: City Intervened
Continue PowerPoint Presentations and feed back from class Present visual diaries for assessment |
AT2 |
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Week 12
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Introduction to Task 3: Psychogeography and Dérive |
Group work | |
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Week 13
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Perform a dérive and document. Develop ideas for a Dérive map. | Group work | |
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Week 14
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Develop Dérive maps | Group work on Dérive maps and class discussion | |
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Week 15
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Continue developing Dérive maps and PowerPoint presentations for Assessment Task 3 |
Group work & Task 3 PowerPoint Presentation |
AT3 |
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Week 16
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Final Assessment of PowerPoint presentations for Assessment Task 3 |
Assessment will include the following:
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AT3 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include three projects. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1:Materials and Space
Due Week 4
Assessment Task 2:City Intervened
Due week 10
Assessment Task 3:
Psychogeography & Dérive
Due Week 15
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
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.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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