Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: ARCH5243C
Course Title: Explore and apply creative design methodology to interior space
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5431 - Diploma of Interior Design
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61399254759
Course Contact Email: jenny.crowley@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Michèle Meister
Nominal Hours: 60
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
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply the elements and principles of design to manipulate three dimensional (3D) interior space and form in response to a design brief. It involves the observation and analysis of a range of complex spatial typologies and a process of exploration and refinement to develop a design solution.
This unit applies to individuals who design any type of interior space.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSFID5022 Explore and apply creative design methodology to interior space |
Element: |
1. Evaluate interior spaces |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Observe and evaluate existing spatial relationships of objects against the design brief 1.2 Observe and compare existing spatial typologies against the design brief 1.3 Observe and evaluate existing spatial arrangements and organising systems against the design brief. |
Element: |
2. Manipulate 3D space and form |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Use the elements and principles of design to organise elements in 3D interior space based on the requirements of the brief 2.2 Manipulate 3D space using principles related to colour, texture and light 2.3 Explore spatial arrangements to satisfy brief requirements 2.4 Explore scale, volume and proportion for 3D space and form to satisfy brief requirements |
Element: |
3. Resolve interior design problems |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Resolve interior space and interrelated design issues through the application of the elements and principles of design 3.3 Evaluate design solution and further refine to satisfy brief requirements 3.4 Communicate interior design solution using media that best suits the solution 3.5 Explore and qualify feasibility of solution 3.6 Review design solution and processes used to assess own skill and identify areas for improvement or modification |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to the Elements and Performance Criteria.
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.
On campus 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
• Gallery/Exhibition visits
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topics |
Assessment |
Week 1 |
Course Introduction
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Week 2 |
spatial typology presentation and beginning of WIP 1 Site Visit 1 |
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Week 3 |
Report writing |
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Week 4 |
Site Visit 2 |
WIP 1 due |
Week 5 |
Knowledge Assessment Overview Class Group Activities / Gallery Exploration |
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Week 6 |
No class (Labour day) Self directed learning, catching up with process folio |
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Week 7 |
Site Visit 3 |
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Mid semester break | ||
Week 8 |
Lecture and Activity: Introduction Scaling and creating a White model |
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Week 9 |
Complete Quiz / Task1-2 Knowledge Assessment Task Quiz to be completed during class time |
Task 1 of 2 Knowledge Assessment Task Due |
Week 10 |
Brief Assessment Task 2 |
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Week 11 |
Lecture and Activity: Refine and explore Spatial Planning Explore and manipulate 3D Spaces |
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Week 12 |
Recap spatial typologies concentrating on ceiling |
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Week 13 |
Recap Elements and Principles Stair Measurements / NCC / Egress How to resolve and communicate spatial solutions |
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Week 14 |
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Week 15 |
Finalising presentations / Feedback |
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Week 16 |
Submission + Presentation of Videos in class |
Task 2 Presentation 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.
Overview of Assessment
In order to be deemed competent for this unit, students need to complete satisfactorily two (2) assessment tasks including a knowledge assessment task and an exhibition space presentation task.
Assessment Tasks
WIP 1 due week 4 Task 1 Knowledge Quiz due week 9 WIP 2 due Week 11 Task 2 Presentation Due Week 16 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.
Compulsory WIP (Work in Progress)
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.
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 All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher. 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-considerationApplication for extension of time; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-workEquitable 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 2 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/feedbackmechanisms
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/academicprogress
Submitting Assessments onto Canvas
Here is a guide to submitting assessments on Canvas;
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
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https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academicintegrity
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