Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: GRAP5403C
Course Title: Design and manipulate complex layouts
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5409 - Diploma of Graphic Design
Course Contact: Ruth Wellington
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9417
Course Contact Email: ruth.wellington@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Ben Mastwyk
Nominal Hours: 65
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
Course Description
This course describes the skills and knowledge required to design complex publication layouts by combining creative design skills with technical software proficiency. It involves the design and manipulation of layouts using graphic design software to meet design objectives.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAGRD515 Design and manipulate complex layouts |
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Element: |
1. Analyse design needs |
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Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Confirm communication objectives for publication based on design brief and consultations with required personnel 1.2 Evaluate particular specifications of design brief 1.3 Evaluate legal, ethical and contractual information for implications to design work. |
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Element: |
2. Develop and refine layout ideas |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
3. Create and manipulate layouts |
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Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Set up the document using the capabilities of appropriate software 3.2 Manipulate and enhance the layout using a range of tools and features 3.3 Support communication objectives with integration of text and visuals according to design brief 3.4 Identify and resolve technical problems as required 3.5 Apply design skills and technical expertise to layouts |
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Element: |
4. Evaluate design work |
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Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Critique the layout from functional and aesthetic perspectives in the context of the design objective 4.2 Seek feedback from others as required 4.3 Assess own work and identify key learnings to inform future work |
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Element: |
5. Finalise technical aspects |
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Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Edit and refine layouts to meet technical requirements 5.2 Follow correct protocols for saving, exporting and storing files 5.3 Establish appropriate file formats for output and appropriate colour management profiles |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In session activities may include:
- class exercises
- tutorials
- practical demonstrations
- workshops
- excursions
- group discussion
- review and revision
- peer learning
- peer teaching and class presentations
- teacher directed group activities/projects
- workshopping of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of session activities may include:
- independent research
- independent project based work
- studio practice
- online tutorials and activities
- readings
- review and revision
- excursions
Teaching Schedule
Week Session Activities Due Dates| 1&2 |
Part A: Research
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| 3 | Present research and prepare for submission next week | |
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Part B: Develop design concepts
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Part A Due |
| 5 | Develop design concepts |
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| 6 | Develop design concepts |
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| 7 |
Present ideas to client and prepare for presentation next week. |
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| 8 |
Part C: Finalise designs
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Part B Due |
| 9 | Finalise designs | |
| 10 | Finalise designs | |
| 11 | Finalise designs and prepare for client presentation next week | |
| 12 |
Part D: Feedback and reflection Due
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Part C Due |
| 13 | Prepare final submission |
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| 14 | Prepare final submission |
Final Submission due |
| 15 | Course reflection and feedback |
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| 16 |
Assessment consultation only |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at the course myRMIT site (Canvas) for ongoing updated information. A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year. Additional information relating to this will be provided on an ongoing basis.
You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.
Amongst the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access LinkedIn Learning for online tutorials and lessons, which will be useful for extending the in-class learning. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning.
The Reading List, also found on Canvas, is designed to inform your understanding and participation in the course.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program capabilities. Assessment tasks are:
- AT1 - Produce a multipage layout
Due week - 4, 8, 12, 14
You will receive feedback with verbal and/or written evaluation of your progress within class time. The submitted project will be assessed with written feedback that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome.
Competency will be assessed at the completion of the course.
Competency-based assessment is as follows:
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for 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.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/governance/policies/assessment-policy
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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 competency assessment.
Submissions that are assessed as Not Satisfactory can be re-submitted. This is only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
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
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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