Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2018
Course Code: GRAP6356C
Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
School: 320T Architecture & Urban Design
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
John Owe Young
email: john.owe-young@rmit.edu.au
Building 94.06.01
Telephone: 99254685
I will be on campus Monday to Thursday and will check my email every morning. I aim to respond as soon as possible.
Tim McCarthy
email: timothy.mccarthy@rmit.edu.au
Building 94.06.01
To make an appointment please email me. I will be checking my email regularly for this course
Nominal Hours: 50
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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 three-dimensional (3D) forms. You will interpret specifications, design and construct three dimensional (3D) props for display, exhibition and event contexts. You will also research, practise and apply skills and techniques to produce a range of creative studio finishes/props applicable to these contexts.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms |
Element: |
1 Source information on 3D design |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on 3D design 1.2 Evaluate and collate information to build knowledge of 3D design |
Element: |
2 Explore the creative design process for 3D 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 3D forms |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Investigate and reflect on how a particular concept or idea might be communicated in 3D form 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 3D 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 3D 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
GRAP 6356C Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms. (National code BSBDES303)
In this course you will develop the skills & knowledge required to explore and creatively apply the design process to (3D) forms. You will interpret specifications, design & construct three dimensional (3D) props and backgrounds for display, exhibition and Event contexts. Studio 2 will run for 6 months, not 12 months as stated in the video.
You will also research, practice, & apply the skills, & techniques to produce a range of creative studio finishes/props applicable to the display &/or event industry.
Note that each class V1A, V1B, V1C, V1D will have its own specific work briefs from Display 2 & Events & Exhibition. This is reflected in the "Course summary" details of "Exercises". Be sure to refer to the specific details for your class. Your Display 2 and Events & Exhibition teachers will expand upon the details specific to your class exercises.
Learning outcomes:
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed & applied the skills & knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in GRAP 6356C (BSBDES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms)
Learning activities will take place in the workshop/class room using industry standard tools & resources. You will complete exercises & industry relevant projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Most delivery will be face-to-face in the Studio workshop.
Teaching Schedule
Weekly Schedule*
* While great care has been taken in developing this weekly schedule, unforeseen circumstances may require adjustments to be made.
Week |
Commencing | Class Activity |
1 | 9 July | Welcome & introduction to course content. Refresher of studio work safety issues. (* Work on Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book) |
2 | 16 July |
V1A - Retail Brand Task V1B - Retail Brand Task V1C - Retail Brand Task V1D - Retail Brand Task * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
3 | 23 July |
V1A - Retail Brand Task V1B - Retail Brand Task V1C - Retail Brand Task V1D - Retail Brand Task * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
4 | 30 July |
V1A - Retail Brand Task V1B - Retail Brand Task V1C - Retail Brand Task V1D - Retail Brand Task * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
5 | 6 August |
V1A - Assist Open Day V1B - Assist Open Day V1C - Assist Open Day V1D - Assist Open Day * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
6 | 13 August |
V1A - Assist Open Day, Front Window V1B - Directed Learning V1C - Front Window V1D - Directed Learning * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
7 | 20 August |
V1A - Front Window V1B - Internal Windows V1C - Front Window V1D - Front Window * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
8 | 27 August |
V1A - Front Window V1B - Front Window V1C - Front Window V1D - Front Window/Internal Window * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
9 | 3 September |
V1A - Front Window V1B - Front Window V1C - Internal Window V1D - Front Window/Internal Window * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
10 | 10 September |
V1A - Front Window V1B - Front Window V1C - Front Window V1D - Front window/Internal Window * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
SEPTEMBER BREAK 17th september to 28th September |
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11 |
1 October |
V1A - Front Window/Internal Window V1B - Front Window V1C - Front Window V1D - Internal Window * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
12 |
8 October |
V1A - Internal Window V1B - Front Window V1C - Front Window V1D - Front Window * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
13 |
15 October |
V1A - Internal Window V1B - Front Window V1C - Front Window V1D - Front Window * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
14 | 22
October |
V1A - Internal Window V1B - Front Window V1C - Internal Window V1D - Front Window * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
15 |
29 October |
V1A - Internal Window V1B - Front Window V1C - Internal Window V1D - Free Choice * Work on Display 2, Event & Exhibition, Studio 2 Skills job as necessary: Antiquing, Marbling/Trompe, Laser cut, PopUp book |
16 | 5 November | Finalise & submit all work. Upload images & documentation onto specified Drive & include a completeds work submission form. |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The studio workshop has induction handouts available
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods. This may include practical, hands on making, demonstration of skills and knowledge, successful completion of design and fabrication/construction tasks. This may also include oral questioning on methods and procedures.
The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
EXERCISE 1 - Retail Branding Task*
EXERCISE 2 - Front Window*
EXERCISE 3 - Internal Window*
* (Your Display 2 teacher will give you the details for this brief)
EXERCISE 4 - Antiquing finishes^
EXERCISE 5 - Marbling Finishes^
EXERCISE 6 - Pop Up book^
EXERCISE 7 - Laser Cut task^
^ (Your Studio 2 teacher will give you the details for this brief and demonstrate the techniques required)
Assessment Matrix
Scroll down as well as to the right to see the matrix content
Other Information
Your safety and the safety of others is of the utmost importance.
Classes are conducted in a workshop environment with materials, tools and equipment that may be hazardous or may cause injury. Students must observe OHS (Occupational Health & Safety) and WHS (Workplace Health Safety) requirements at all times. Students are ensure that they wear clothing appropriate for this environment - no loose fitting clothing or jewellery and long hair is to be tied back. Shoes MUST cover the entire foot - no sandals or thongs permitted.
No headphones, ear buds etc., are to be used in the studio workshop area.
Where appropriate or directed by staff, students must use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in the workshop area.
Students shall only use tools and equipment for which they have received the appropriate training and for which they have been logged.
Students not meeting these requirements will be not be allowed access to the workshop and display areas and will be basked to leave.
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