Course Title: Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: GRAP5371C
Course Title: Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5382 - Diploma of Product Design
Course Contact: Robin Blood
Course Contact Phone: +61 9925 4683
Course Contact Email: robin.blood@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 65
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None.
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work proactively with a client or commissioning organisation to develop and negotiate a design brief.
It applies to individuals working in any industry or design context where the designer plays a key role in determining the scope and nature of work required. Establishment, negotiation and refinement of a design brief requires the integration of highly-developed creative thinking, communication and planning skills in a process that may not be linear. Adaptability and effective responses to change and new ideas are crucial.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES502 Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief |
Element: |
1 Establish design requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and make appropriate contact with relevant stakeholders for the design project, in addition to the client 1.2 Identify and source information and references relevant to the design project 1.3 Undertake critical analysis of sources and extract key information to inform the design project 1.4 Liaise with client and other key stakeholders to determine overall objectives and parameters for the design project 1.5 Proactively seek, review and act on information needed to inform constructive communication with client 1.6 Build trust and respect between self and client through effective communication and demonstration of professional integrity |
Element: |
2 Develop and refine design brief |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Develop concepts and ideas for inclusion in design brief, taking account of overall objectives and parameters 2.2 Undertake own analysis of concept and challenge ideas and approaches taken to ensure responsiveness to project needs 2.3 Present ideas in an appropriate format/medium and seek feedback from key stakeholders 2.4 Use effective communication techniques to generate discussion, debate and critical analysis 2.5 Re-evaluate and refine options based on own analysis and discourse with others 2.6 Establish and agree on final nature and scope of design brief with client and accurately document details |
Element: |
3 Negotiate terms and conditions |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Negotiate and agree terms and conditions of brief in accordance with relevant organisational and professional standards 3.2 Clarify, agree and document roles and responsibilities of those involved in the project 3.3 Confirm agreements in writing in accordance with organisational requirements 3.4 Identify the need for specialist advice when developing formal agreements or contracts, and seek appropriate assistance |
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
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work pro actively with a client or commissioning organisation to develop and negotiate a design brief.
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.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will need to refer to CANVAS as teaching resources may vary according to teaching schedule and task requirements.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment tasks will require you demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through practical projects and/or exercises.
The assessment tasks are:
Learning exercises
Major project/s incorporating design and print outcomes
Research reports and/or presentations
An student charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT 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.
Assessment Matrix
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