Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2022

Course Code: GRAP6356C

Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities. 

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption. 

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus 


Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance. 

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5381 - Diploma of Visual Merchandising

Course Contact: Jenny Crowley

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4759

Course Contact Email: jenny.crowley@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Tim McCarthy 
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 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

Learning activities will take place this semester with a blended classroom model using industry standard tools and resources.

Refer to your Course schedule and Canvas shells for specific information on how each of your courses is delivered this semester.

You will also be required to undertake independent study.

Reference mode of delivery for this course is a blended approach / studio-based delivery.

 

On campus class activities will include:

• Tutorials and project-based work

• Group discussion

• Teacher directed activities/projects

• Class presentations 

 

Out-of-class activities will include:

• Online investigation

• Independent project-based work

 


Teaching Schedule

 

Week

Session

Assessment due dates

1

Introduction of course requirements & assessments.

Workshop Facilities Safety Induction & review tools and materials

Design Elements & Principles for 3D

Introduce Assessment Task 1 Knowledge Task (AT1)

 
2

 

Introduce Assessment Task 2  3D Experimental Prototypes  (AT2)

AT2 Idea Development : Brainstorming and ideation.

Tools and equipment demonstration and training

 

 

3

Research & experiment with  ideas for AT2 Experimental Prototype Concept  1

Convert 2D concepts to 3D designs

 

 

4

Prototyping & Experimentation

Develop concepts and experiment with mockups for AT2  Prototype Concept  1

 

5

Complete and present 3D Designs for AT2 Experimental Prototype 1

Introduce Assessment Task 3  3D Design Concepts  (AT3)

Review AT1 Knowledge Questions

 

6

Research & generate ideas AT2 Experimental Prototype Concept 2

Develop concepts and experiment with constructing mockups for Prototype Concept  2

 

7

Develop concepts and experiment with mockups for  AT2 Prototype Concept  2

Refine prototypes.

 

8

Complete and present 3D Designs for

Experimental Prototype 2

Review AT1 Knowledge Questions

AT1 DUE
Mid semester break

9

Prepare materials for finished designs

Tools and equipment options for finished design work

 

10

AT1 KNOWLEDGE TASK DUE

Prototyping & Experimentation

Experiment and develop concepts for
Experimental Prototype Concept 3

Construct mockups of prototypes

 

 

11

AT2 3D EXPERIMENTAL PROTOTYPES DUEPresent Prototype Concept 3           

 

12

Friday 30th Sept - Grand Final Day PUBLIC HOLIDAY

 

13

Detailing and finishing of  AT3 3D Design Concepts.

 

14

Production of AT3 3D Design Concepts.

AT2 3D EXPERIMENTAL PROTOTYPES DUE. 

 

AT2 3D EXPERIMENTAL PROTOTYPES DUE

15

Review assessment requirements and complete AT3 3D Design Concepts

 

 

16

AT3 3D DESIGN CONCEPTS DUE  Final submissions

AT3
3D DESIGN CONCEPTS
DUE


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Library support

The University Library has extensive resources for  Visual Merchandising students.

The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies http://rmit.libguides.com/visualmerchandising

The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/study/referencing

Study and Learning support

Would you like to get better at studying, writing, or researching for your assignments?

The Library has everything you need to develop your academic skills, improve your marks and save time.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub  

 

Prescribed Texts 

None. 

References

Pinterest

https://www.pinterest.com.au/timzpinz/a-2021-paper-props/

 

 

The recommended reference for this course is the Harvard style 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/study/referencing/referencing-guides-for-printing

 

Rule:

Author's Last name, First name. Year. Title of Book: Subtitle of Book. Place of Publication: Publisher's Name.  

Example:

Webb, Jela. 2008. Strategic Information Management: A Practitioner's Guide. Oxford: Chandos.

  

You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information. 


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

ASSESSMENT TASKS

This assessment for 3D DESIGN PROCESS –  requires students to successfully complete the following

Assessment 1: Knowledge Assessment Due Week 8

Assessment 2: 3D Experimental Prototypes Due Week 14

Assessment 3: 3D Design Concepts 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 Assessment

SEC: Stopped engagement in course

WDR: 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/special-consideration 

 

Application for extension of time;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work

 

Equitable assessment arrangements (EAA);

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

An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency is available from the course contact person.

Other Information

Attendance

The major learning experience involves studio-based exercises, demonstration and production.

It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to be successful in this course.

Canvas

Use Canvas to access your course content and announcements, submit assignments, and receive your grades and feedback; 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/canvas

Student feedback at RMIT:

You will receive verbal and written feedback by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

The following link is an outline and ways that you will receive your feedback at RMIT;

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

Student Progress Monitoring

Academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.

Please see following access to the Student progress policy webpage; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress

Submitting Assessments onto Canvas

Here is a guide to submitting assessments on Canvas; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/submitting-assessments-in-canvas

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity.

Please see following access for more information on Academic Integrity at RMIT; 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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