Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: COMM5473C
Course Title: Make Presentations
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5401 - Diploma of Fashion Styling
Course Contact: Anni Juracich
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9236
Course Contact Email: anni.juracich@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Glenda McNeill
Nominal Hours: 30
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
There is no pre-requisite for this course
Course Description
In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge to create and present a promotional image. By using different presentation and styling techniques, you will develop the expertise to source props and products to create a narrative for maximum visual impact.
You will do this with a variety of products for different promotional briefs by preparing, delivering and reviewing presentations.
This unit is delivered and assessed with MKTG8036C (SIRRMER008) Plan and style merchandise photo shoots
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBCMM411 Make Presentations |
Element: |
1. Prepare presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Plan and document presentation approach and intended outcomes 1.2 Choose presentation strategies, format and delivery methods that match the characteristics of the target audience, location, resources and personnel needed 1.3 Select presentation aids, materials and techniques that suit the format and purpose of the presentation, and will enhance audience understanding of key concepts and central ideas 1.4 Brief others involved in the presentation on their roles/responsibilities within the presentation 1.5 Select techniques to evaluate presentation effectiveness |
Element: |
2. Deliver presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Explain and discuss desired outcomes of the presentation with the target audience 2.2 Use presentation aids, materials and examples to support target audience understanding of key concepts and central ideas 2.3 Monitor non-verbal and verbal communication of participants to promote attainment of presentation outcomes 2.4 Use persuasive communication techniques to secure audience interest 2.5 Provide opportunities for participants to seek clarification on central ideas and concepts, and adjust the presentation to meet participant needs and preferences 2.6 Summarise key concepts and ideas at strategic points to facilitate participant understanding |
Element: |
3. Review presentation |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Implement techniques to review the effectiveness of the presentation 3.2 Seek and discuss reactions to the presentation from participants or from key personnel involved in the presentation 3.3 Utilise feedback from the audience or from key personnel involved in the presentation to make changes to central ideas presented |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge to demonstrate competency in all the elements (+ performance criteria) listed for this unit within a fashion styling context.
Details of Learning Activities
The activities in this course have been designed to give you the opportunity to put into practice all the theory learned in class. These activities include:
- class exercises to review class presentations/ theory
- practical demonstrations
- design activities or projects
- individual and group activities
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/assessor feedback
Teaching Schedule
Note - While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on the class needs and availability of resources
WEEK |
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TOPIC |
ACTIVITIES |
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01 |
04 July |
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02 |
11 July |
Key trends and themes for 2022
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Deliver Assessment 1: Prepare and deliver a presentation
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03 |
18 July |
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04 |
25 July |
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05 |
01 Aug |
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Deliver Assessment 2: Style and Produce an Image
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06 |
08 Aug |
NETWORKING |
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07 |
15 Aug |
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08 |
22 Aug |
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MID SEMESTER BREAK 29th August – 2nd September | |||
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09 |
5 Sept |
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10 |
12 Sept |
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11 |
19 Sept |
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Deliver Assessment 3: Style, Produce and Create a Lookbook
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12 |
26 Sept |
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13 |
3 Oct |
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14 |
10 Oct |
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15 |
17 Oct |
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Assessment 3: Formative feedback images review |
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16 |
24 Oct |
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Assessment 3: Style, Produce and Create a Lookbook Due Team feedback |
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17 |
4 Nov |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You will have access to the most updated versions of the required softwares we will use in this course.
Additionally, the University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit Assessment
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1 – Knowledge Questions:
This assessment is a short-answer knowledge assessment designed to assess your knowledge relating planning a styling merchandising photo shoots and making presentations. Due Week 6.
Assessment 2 – Style and Produce an Image :
In this assessment task you are required to plan, style and produce 1 x fashion image. Your role is the Creative Director, Stylist and Photographer. You are to collaborate with a Fashion Design student, selecting at least 1 x ‘hero’ garment to style in 1 x fashion image with talent. You may choose to collaborate with hair and make-up artists but you must take the photographs and edit the final image yourself. Due Week 11.
Assessment 3 – Style, Produce and Create a Lookbook:
This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your competence in styling, producing and creating a Lookbook. This assessment brings together two of your courses: Style Merchandise and Styling IT. In Style Merchandise you are required to produce a Lookbook which comprises of 5 x styled looks, one of which will be featured on the cover page. In Styling IT you will learn the technical skills that will help you create both, the Lookbook and the budget report of your expenses. Due Week 16.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
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.
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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