Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2021

Course Code: GRAP6355C

Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5381 - Diploma of Visual Merchandising

Course Contact: Sam Falanga

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254670

Course Contact Email: samuel.falanga@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Tim Mccarthy

email: tim.mccarthy@rmit.edu.au 

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

None required.

Course Description

In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge required to explore and creatively apply the design process to the development of two-dimensional (2D) forms.  


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBDES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms

Element:

1 Source information on 2D design

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on 2D design
1.2 Evaluate and collate information to build knowledge of 2D design

Element:

2 Explore the creative design process for 2D forms

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Use creative thinking techniques to generate a range of ideas and options
2.2 Use experimentation to explore and challenge a range of different ideas
2.3 Challenge assumptions, reflect on ideas and refine approaches
2.4 Consciously change perspective, and evaluate ideas and situations in new ways

Element:

3 Communicate concepts or ideas through application of design processes to 2D forms

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Investigate and reflect on how a particular concept or idea might be communicated in 2D
3.2 Select materials, tools and equipment relevant to the realisation of the concept or idea
3.3 Apply a creative design process to produce a range of 2D concept realisations
3.4 Reflect on own application of design process and success in communicating the concept or idea
3.5 Seek and obtain feedback from others about the 2D form and its success in communicating the concept or idea
3.6 Present and store concept realisations or samples in a format which takes account of the need for professional presentation and the work's potential value for future jobs


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

Learning activities will take place flexibly via canvas in a virtual classroom.

You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.

In class activities will include:

  • demonstrations and presentations by teacher
    peer teaching and class presentations
    group discussion
    review and revision
    peer learning
    teacher directed group activities/projects
    workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback

    Out of class activities will include:
  • independent project based work
  • online tutorials and activities
  • independent research
  • studio practice
  • review and revision


Teaching Schedule

While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment.  Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 

Week

Focus & Activities

1

INTRO & ASSESSMENT TASKS

SKETCHUP  - Navigation / Interface/ Tools

2

SKETCHUP  - Adding features

3

SKETCHUP - Colour & Materials

4

SKETCHUP - Exporting views and scenes

5

SKETCHUP - Importing Elements and Objects

6

SKETCHUP - Creating Advanced scenes

7

Design Meeting - Complete Work in Progress

8

Design Meeting - Complete Work in Progress

9

Intro to INDESIGN BASICS - Interface / Navigation/ Tools 

10

INDESIGN - Text and Type Tools

11

INDESIGN - Master Pages

12

INDESIGN - Image placement

13

INDESIGN - MULTIPAGE DOCUMENTS

14

Design Meeting - Complete Work in Progress

15

Design Meeting - Complete Work in Progress

16

FINAL CONCEPT PRESENTATIONS 1, 2, 3

AT1 DUE

AT2 DUE


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course.


RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library resources.

Further resources for the course will be published to https://digitalvm.wordpress.com

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

Visual Merchandising library guide

http://rmit.libguides.com/visualmerchandising


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.
Assessment tasks include projects and digital assignments.

 

 

 

The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers.


Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1 - ASSESSMENT 1 Research and Develop 2D Concept Realisations DUE Week 16

Assessment Task 2 - ASSESSMENT 2 Presentation and Evaluation DUE Week 16


Note: full briefs, assessment details and rubrics for each task are available in Canvas

All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.

 

Assessment / Late Submission

All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher. This course is delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment.

  

CA: Competency achieved NYC: Not Yet Competent DNS: Did Not Submit for AssessmentSEC: Stopped engagement in courseWDR: Withdrawn from course

  

All work for Assessable Tasks is required to be submitted on the due date and time as outlined in the

Assessment Briefs. Exception to this is where an approved ELS plan, an application for Special

Consideration or an approved Extension of Time is in place, submitted before the task’s due date with appropriate documentation. 

 

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 of time for your assessable work.

 

Please see following access for the details on applying for extension of time to assessments;

Special consideration;

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/specialconsideration   

  

Application for extension of time;

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/extensions-of-time-forsubmission-of-assessable-work

  

Equitable assessment arrangements (EAA); https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/equitableassessment-arrangements--eaa-

  

If your work is incomplete, you are strongly encouraged to submit your work on the due date, in order to meet the submission requirements. Should it be below competency you may be asked to resubmit within 5 working days.



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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