Course Title: Refine sculptural techniques

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2021

Course Code: VART6374C

Course Title: Refine sculptural techniques

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5348 - Diploma of Visual Arts

Course Contact: Tyler Payne

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4320

Course Contact Email: tyler.payne@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

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

This course is designed to extend and reinforce the relationship between ideas, source information and the manipulation of the materials in the production of sculpture. You will be encouraged to extend their language, terminology and visual elements of sculpture and to understand adaptive properties and characteristics of materials.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUASCU501 Refine sculptural techniques

Element:

1. Research sculptural ideas and techniques

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Support professional practice by expanding knowledge of historical and contemporary sculpture

1.2 Research ways that other artists have used different sculptural techniques

1.3 Investigate how particular sculptural techniques work to achieve different technical effects

1.4 Evaluate the relationships between sculptural techniques and ideas

1.5 Adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches and comply with intellectual property requirements

Element:

2. Select sculptural techniques for refinement

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Evaluate creative and professional opportunities offered by different sculptural techniques

2.2 Identify and assess limitations and constraints of particular techniques

2.3 Select a broad range of sculptural techniques for refinement

Element:

3. Determine safety requirements for sculptural work

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Investigate safety issues associated with sculptural work

3.2 Set up work space, equipment, tools and materials according to safety requirements

3.3 Establish and follow safe work practices

3.4 Monitor key safety issues during production of the work

Element:

4. Consolidate sculptural technique to professional level

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Develop increasing confidence and skill through practice and experimentation

4.2 Proactively identify and resolve technical problems in sculptural projects based on developing expertise

4.3 Challenge and test ideas and use creative thinking techniques to encourage new and unpredictable ideas to emerge

4.4 Evolve ideas and other professional skills through ongoing experimentation with technique

4.5 Develop own ways of working with techniques to create individual style

4.6 Create a coherent body of sculptural work that shows command of selected sculptural techniques

Element:

5. Evaluate own sculptural technique

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Evaluate development of own technique with others and seek feedback

5.2 Seek and participate in professional discussions that challenge and explore different concepts and approaches

5.3 Evaluate particular ways that experimentation with different techniques has informed own artwork

5.4 Identify ways to further develop technique as part of professional practice and build ideas into future work


Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.


Details of Learning Activities

  • class exercises to review discussions/lectures  
  • practical demonstrations in studio  
  • Blog/Wiki or other online discussion and participation  
  • analysis/critique of relevant reading material  
  • seminars/workshops  
  • design activities or projects  
  • group projects  
  • peer learning  
  • guest lecture/presentation  
  • class presentations  
  • group discussion  
  • research  
  • independent project-based work  
  • group activities/projects  
  • ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback  
  • visits to galleries and events  


Teaching Schedule

WeekTopicAssessment / Learning activities



WEEK 1 NO CLASSES
WEEK 2

- Introduction to Assessment Task 1 - Development Worksheets

-Safe studio practice introduction

-Intellectual Property introduction

Worksheet 1

Assessment 1, Development Worksheet 01: WHS & Intellectual Property

WEEK 3

Historical and Contemporary Sculpture discussion and research 

Assessment 1, 

Development Worksheet 02: Historical and Contemporary Sculpture

WEEK 4

Development of Sculptural Techniques and Technical Effects


Assessment 1, 

Development Worksheet 03: Sculptural Techniques and Technical Effects

Assessment Task 1 DUE

WEEK 5

- Introduction to Assessment Task 2- Experimentation and Reflection Worksheets

- Excursion / Incursion

Assessment Task 2: Sculpture Techniques: Experimentation and Reflection -Worksheets
WEEK 6

Sculpture techniques: developing soft sculptures 

Assessment Task 2: Sculpture Techniques: Experimentation and Reflection -Worksheet 1

WEEK 7


Sculpture techniques: developing soft sculptures 

Assessment Task 2: Sculpture Techniques: Experimentation and Reflection -Worksheet 1

WEEK 8

Sculpture techniques: developing assemblage sculptures 

Assessment Task 2: Sculpture Techniques: Experimentation and Reflection -Worksheet 2



WEEK 9 Sculpture techniques: developing assemblage sculptures 

Assessment Task 2: Sculpture Techniques: Experimentation and Reflection -Worksheet 2



WEEK 10

Sculpture techniques: developing modelling techniques

Assessment Task 2: Sculpture Techniques: Experimentation and Reflection -Worksheet 3


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WEEK 11


- Introduction to Assessment Task 3 (Portfolio)

- Sculpture techniques: developing modelling techniques

Assessment Task 2: Sculpture Techniques: Experimentation and Reflection -Worksheet 3

Assessment Task 2 DUE

WEEK 12

Independent work with teacher guidance

Assessment Task 3

PART A: Worksheet 1 -Theme and Proposal

WEEK 13

Independent work with teacher guidance 

Assessment Task 3

PART A: Worksheet 1 -Theme and Proposal

WEEK 14

 Independent work with teacher guidance

Assessment Task 3

PART B -Project Portfolio

WEEK 15

 Independent work with teacher guidance

Assessment Task 3

PART B -Project Portfolio

WEEK 16

Independent work with teacher guidance 

Assessment Task 3

PART C -Portfolio Documentation

WEEK 17

Class presentations 


Assessment Task 3

PART D-Class Presentation Reflection Sheet

Assessment Task 3 DUE


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through: 

The Learning Lab 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab 

The Study Support Hub  
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub 

English for uni workshops 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops 


Overview of Assessment

Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include:

  • Practical tasks, a major project which includes a installation and site specific work
  • Direct observation including exploration of and experimentation with techniques
  • Completion of a portfolio including personal reflection
  • Complete practical work based on thematic concepts
  • Written journal



Assessment Tasks

Please see Canvas for the specific details of your assessments.

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.


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.


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 canaccess My Studies through the RMIT websitefor 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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