Course Title: Design residential interiors

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: ARCH5240C

Course Title: Design residential interiors

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: C5396 - Diploma of Interior Design

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

Maddie Granata

Maddie.granata@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 108

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

This course is delivered and assessed in conjunction with MSFID5021 Evaluate site structures and services for interior design briefs.

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to formulate creative design solutions for residential interior design projects, satisfying the physiological, psycho-logical, social, cultural and environmental requirements of the client brief. Designs include the manipulation of interior elements such as walls, floors, ceilings and staircases.

This unit applies to interior designers.

Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSFID5020 Design residential interiors

Element:

1. Analyse the project brief

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Evaluate project specifications, parameters and constraints, and confirm with client

1.2 Select resources appropriate to work requirements

1.3 Identify key project stakeholders and establish required communication protocols

Element:

2. Conduct project research

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify and assess aspects of the space that impact on potential solutions through site analysis and measurement

2.2 Clarify intended function and desired effects and explore with the client

2.3 Research and evaluate contextual information relating to the brief

2.4 Determine functional, access and planning issues specific to the site and client requirements

2.5 Identify and liaise with key consultants to determine structural, electrical, mechanical and environmental elements of the building that impact design

2.6 Develop and document project plan identifying key steps and responsibilities

Element:

3. Develop design concepts

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Generate multiple ideas that are sympathetic to the project brief

3.2 Explore, integrate and refine different options through a process of reflection and testing

3.3 Assess environmental implications of the project and review design concepts to ensure maximum energy efficiency is achieved in solution

3.4 Test viability of interrelated ideas in an holistic way

3.5 Present concepts to the client using support documentation and tools suited to the scope of the project

Element:

4. Design the space

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Translate ideas into three dimensional (3D) space satisfying functional criteria

4.2 Explore evidence of 3D notions through modelling

4.3 Present the idea with the greatest potential for success to promote the design's acceptance using both 2D and 3D representations

4.4 Select a materials palette to enhance spatial ideas

4.5 Seek client feedback, agree to and record amendments and revise and refine ideas

4.6 Modify design in response to critical feedback without losing integrity of the design intention

Element:

5. Revise and refine solution

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Further review and resolve spatial planning and resolve in response to client feedback

5.2 Select materials, colours, finishes, fixtures and fittings that are appropriate for the concept and brief parameters

5.3 Seek feedback through consultation with the client and incorporate into design solution.

Element:

6. Prepare client presentation

Performance Criteria:

6.1 Choose presentation method, techniques and media based on suitability for the design solution

6.2 Prepare documentation, drawings and material selections that are consistent with the design intent

6.3 Complete work to plan and within brief constraints

6.4 Analyse client feedback and response to determine success in achieving client satisfaction

6.5 Evaluate work through feedback and own reflection, and identify potential improvements for use in future projects


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 

 Virtual In-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

• Research 


Teaching Schedule

WEEKLY SCHEDULE OVERVIEW 

 

Week

Sessions

Content

Assessment & activity brief

1

1.1 Monday

Course Introduction & Weekly schedule.

Introduction to Design Residential Interiors -team

AT1 Brief

W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

Activity 1.CS Brief

Activity 3.CS Brief

 

1.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture - AT1 Q1/2 OVERVIEW

 

 

 

1.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation - evaluate site structure - specialist consultants

 

 Activity 1.CS due

2

2.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio - Concept Development + AT2 Prelim Review Brief _Overview

 

AT2 Brief

W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

Activity 3.CS due 

 

2.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture- AT1 Q3/4/5 overview

 

 

Site 03 brief

 

 

2.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation- Loads/ passive design

 

W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

Activity  2.L brief

3

3.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio- Design Exploration + Site 3 Brief Overview/Recap 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture- AT1 Q6 overview & activity 6.l brief

 

W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

Activity  6.L Brief 

 

3.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation -Site 03 overview/Recap

 

 W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

Activity  2 due

4

4.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio - Design inspiration + Site 3 analysis

 

 

 

4.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture- AT1 Q7 overview/Recap

M.M.M  Maddie's mad movement session

 

 

 

4.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation-Site 03 exploration

 

 

5

5.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio-Kitchen exploration overview

 

 

 

5.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture-Activity 4.l overview

 

W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

Activity 4.L  Brief 

Activity  6.L Due 

 

5.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation -Review AT2 task with lecturer

 

 

6

6.1 Monday

 

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio -Developing Designs -Studio time F2F with lecturer

 

 

6.2 Tuesday

 Lecture -AT1 overview/Recap

M.M.M  Maddie's mad movement session

 

 

 

6.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation 

One on one studio time with lecturer

 

 W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

Activity  4.L Due 

7

7.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio-Space impact on potential solutions

Prepare for AT2 submission

 

 

 

7.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture - Ceilings +skylights 

 

 

7.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation -Review + clarifications 

 AT2 review (prelim) presentation Due 

8

8.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio - Australian Standards, National Construction Code (NCC) 

 

 

8.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture - AT1 final overview 

 

 

8.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation - One on one studio time with lecturer 

 

9

9.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio --Creative Studio -Presentation methods

 

 

 

9.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture-ffe & compliances overview

M.M.M  Maddie's mad movement session

 

 

 

9.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation-overview of pre start wd drawings & one on one time

 

 

SEMESTER BREAK

10

10.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio-Reflection

 

 

 

10.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture- prepare for submission/assessing 2 types of services overview

M.M.M  Maddie's mad movement session

 

W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

ACTIVITY 5.L   BRIEF AT1 DUE 

 

10.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation-collecting evidence + schedules

 

 

11

11.1 Monday

 

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio- -Review

 

 

 

11.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture-at2 review overview

M.M.M  Maddie's mad movement session

 

 

 

11.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation-task course overview + project folder& prepare for submission

 

 

12

12.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio- AT3 BRIEF Overview +Studio time

 

AT3 Brief

 

12.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture-client email correspondence

M.M.M  Maddie's mad movement session

 

 

12.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation-Student presentation 

 AT2-Task  due

13

13.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio-Studio time

 

 

 

13.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture- studio time

M.M.M  Maddie's mad movement session

 

 

 

13.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation -Reflect on activity & prepare

Preparation activity for submission 

 

 W.I.P (COMPULSORY)

Activity 5.L Due

14

14.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio- F2F time with lecturer

 

 

 

14.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture- studio time

M.M.M  Maddie's mad movement session

 

 

 

14.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation -annotations + studio time

 

 

15

15.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio- Pre - Final Studio time

 

 

 

15.2 Tuesday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Lecture-marking up your work + studio time

 

 

 

15.3 Thursday

Evaluate site structure ARCH5242

Documentation -one on one studio

 

 

16

16.1 Monday

Design Residential Interiors ARCH5204

Creative Studio -AT3 Final Studio time

Preparation for submission 

 

 

 

16.2 Tuesday

Preparation for submission 

 

 

 

16.3 Thursday 

 

AT3 presentation 3D/ walk through - student

 AT3 task due

 

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

 

Library support

  

The University Library has extensive resources for Interior Design and Decoration students.

The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies https://rmit.libguides.com/interior-design  

 

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  


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 and will include tasks and projects.

An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.


Assessment Tasks

This unit is clustered with: MSFID5021 - Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs

Assessment Tasks

AT1 Knowledge Questions/Activities

AT2 Product (review )

AT2 Product (Design concept and client presentation)

AT3 Project presentation

Note: full briefs, assessment details and rubrics for each task are available in Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.

Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both.

To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.

Compulsory WIP (Work in Progress)

Activity 1.CS 

Activity 2.L 

Activity 3.CS 

Activity 4.L

Activity 5.L   

Activity 6.L

Note: Throughout this course there are associated learning activities or exercises that are compulsory.

They will be identified as a Compulsory WIP.

These exercises/activities must be completed in a timely manner as indicated in the weekly schedule to allow you to build knowledge and progress to the formal assessment.

Note: Each WIP (activities) tasks are available in Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.

 Even if you complete and pass the formal assessment, if you haven’t completed the WIP you are unable to pass this course overall.

 

Assessment / Late Submission

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 (stated above).

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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