Course Title: Implement visual merchandising concepts
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2021
Course Code: MKTG8022C
Course Title: Implement visual merchandising concepts
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
Justin Compton
email justin.compton@rmit.edu.au
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 required.
Course Description
In this unit you will develop skills and knowledge required to plan the implementation of a visual merchandising concept. You will develop the ability to accurately interpret a concept, arrange resourcing, monitor concept implementation and determine the effectiveness of the concept.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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SIRRMER005 Implement visual merchandising concepts |
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1. Develop concept implementation plan. |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
2. Implement the concept. |
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3. Review concept. |
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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
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a Virtual studio classroom using industry standard tools and resources.
You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Reference mode of delivery for this course is a blended approach
Virtual In-class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
Out-of-class activities will include:
• Online investigation
• Independent project based work
• Gallery/Exhibition visits
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.
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Semester 1 2021
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Week 1 |
Semester overview, expectations + challenges. How the space works & links to other courses. Present- Front Window Assessment Task discussion of the brief |
Week 2 |
Develop FW Concepts |
Week 3 |
Front Window Concepts Due Discuss the core key activities and plan the allocation of different roles, responsibilities and timelines to others in the team. The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Materials & Sustainable Considerations discussed Internal & External Resource Requirements discussed |
Week 4 |
Budget & Costings Discussed Discuss potential opportunities to create cost efficiencies and maximise the use of resources for the project project Risk Analysis Discussion |
Week 5 |
12 Thumbnails for Display Bay Due |
Week 6 |
No Class Construction process discussion & investigation Display Components – Suspension & Supports discussion Plan the product selection/prop selection and or development and the inventory management. |
Week 7 |
WH&S and OH&S discussion
Develop & document an Installation plan for Front Window Concept |
Week 8 |
Develop three (3) key performance criteria that you can use to evaluate the effectiveness of your design concept Plan the internal and external communication strategies for discussing roles, responsibilities and timeline |
Week 9 |
Display Bay Concepts Due |
Week 10 |
CIP check in and review Discussion |
Week 11 |
Check in for Display Bay Production & Sourcing
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Week 12 |
Install Displays |
Week 13 |
Install Displays |
Week 14 |
Knowledge Assessment Task |
Week 15 |
CIP to be Submitted to Canvas |
Week 16 |
Resubmissions |
Flexible study allows you to study online by participating in lectures and tutorials via Canvas, our online learning and teaching platform, to ensure continued learning throughout this period.
For Semester 1 all of your classes and assessments have been rearranged to suit this learning format, unless you have been advised otherwise.
Canvas has been designed so that the learning experience is consistent throughout all your courses.
We have taken your feedback and adjusted the way we do things for Semester 1.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Studnets are strongly encouraged to follow Visual Merchandisers, Brands, Stylists etc on Instagram.
A personal account for Pinterest is also strongly encouraged
VM&SD Magazine and Inspiration Magazine and other books on Visual Merchandising available in the Carlton Library level 3 Building 94 Cardigan St Carlton
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 in this unit could include practical class production and in class and on location projects.
The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change.
Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Over the Semester you will complete 2 tasks
Knowledge Assessment Task Due Week 14
Visual Merchandising Planning - Front Window Task Due Week 15
Competency based assessment
You will receive ongoing verbal feedback of your progress within class time.
At the completion of the course, grading will be offered as; 'Competent', 'Not yet Competent' or 'Did Not Submit'
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available from the course contact person (stated above).
Other Information
Attendance
The major aspect of your 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 for success.
Feedback
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.
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy (https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-andmanagement/governance/policies/assessment-policy)
Submissions
When submitting work for assessment you are required to complete a declaration of authorship. This must be done for every summative assessment task. This statement acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. For non-digital submission use the printed form provided. For digital online submission please use e Submission process.Information regarding the eSubmission process (http://www.rmit.edu.au/teaching/technology/esubmission)
Special Consideration Policy, Late Submission & Extensions
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. Pick the following link for details on applying for Special consideration (http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration) Any student seeking an extension, should aim at doing so a minimum of 2 days before the deadline. Work submitted late and without an extension at any point will incur late penalties in accordance with university policy. If you require an extension you must complete an extension form with evidence supporting your application and hand this to your instructor. Further links Application for extension of time (http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf)
On Time Submission and Impact of Late Submission
On time submission is an important factor in your assessment. Employability skills are embedded in all courses and these include Planning & Organising and Self-management. For this reason, late work impacts on your overall grade for each assessment task. The following adjustments for late submission will be made: Work submitted late will be assessed for competency only. Submissions are only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
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 go to Academic Integrity. Academic Integrity (http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse%3BID%3Dkw02ylsd8z3n) Course Overview:
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