Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: GRAP9469C
Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
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
Emanuela Rallis
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
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to source information on design history and theory, and to apply that information in the individual’s design work.
It applies to individuals who work in design and need to develop and maintain a general knowledge of design history and theory.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
Element: |
1. Collect information on design history and theory |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and access applicable sources of information on design history and theory 1.2 Organise research material and findings for use in design practice, facilitating easy access and cross-referencing |
Element: |
2. Apply information to own area of work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate information in the context of current design practice 2.2 Assess which aspects of information on design history and theory could be used or adapted to inform current practice 2.3 Apply understanding of own area of work using applicable information in culturally appropriate way |
Element: |
3. Update and maintain knowledge of design trends |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of design trends and developments 3.2 Incorporate and integrate knowledge into design activities |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to the Elements and Performance Criteria.
Details of Learning Activities
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a Virtual studio classroom using industry standard tools and resources.
You will also be required to undertake independent study.
Virtual In-class activities will include:
• Tutorials and project based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
Out-of-class activities will include:
• Online investigation
• Independent project based work
Teaching Schedule
WeekTopic / ContentAssessment / Learning activities| Week 1 |
Session 1.1 Lecture Introduction into the course and content & Weekly Schedule AT1 -Briefing task 1 and overview of styles |
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| Week 2 |
Session 2.1 Lecture Library visit on Resources & Referencing Review of AT1 - Briefing task 1 and overview of Victorian Era |
AT1 Task Brief Take notes in class - record instructions for referencing |
| Week 3 |
Session 3.1 Lecture Worksheet 1: Victorian style Overview and discussion and lecture in class |
Take notes in class - follow teacher prompts and set up an individual reference folio. |
| Week 4 |
Session 4.1 Lecture Worksheet 2: Arts & Crafts / Art Nouveau Overview and discussion and lecture in class |
take notes / research in groups/ collect images WIP 1 Activity 1 Brief |
| Week 5 |
Session 5.1 Excursion Excursion (Details TBC) |
WIP 1 due Write a reflection piece (approximately 300 words) with photos taken from the exhibition about what you saw/learnt. |
| Week 6 |
Session 6.1 Lecture Worksheet 3: Art Deco Style Overview and discussion and lecture in class
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Take notes / research in groups/ collect images |
| Week 7 |
Session 7.1 Lecture Worksheet 4: Bauhaus/ De Stijl / Post war Australia (architecture and design) Overview and discussion and lecture in class |
Take notes / research in groups/collect images. |
| Week 8 |
Session 8.1 Lecture Worksheet 5: Current Trends Overview and discussion and lecture in class
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Take notes / research in groups/ collect images |
| Week 9 |
Session 9.1 Lecture Overview and review of AT1 task submission requirements
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Submission review meetings |
| Week 10 |
Session 10.1 Submission AT1_Digital Booklet Due Excursion (Details TBC) |
AT1 Task due WIP 2 due Write a reflection piece (approximately 300 words) with photos taken from the exhibition about what you saw/learnt.
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| MID SEMESTER BREAK | ||
| Week 11 |
Session 11.1 Lecture Introduction into the second part of the semester course content AT2 -Briefing task 2 and overview of requirements and submission content Who are your favourite designers and why? Who are your inspirations & Why? |
AT2 Task Brief
Record your findings for your presentations in Week 13. |
| Week 12 |
Session 12.1 Lecture In class activity Creating a Zine and developing your visual exploration
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WIP 3 due Submit a scanned copy of your 'ZINE' by end of day under WIP 3. |
| Week 13 |
Session 13.1 Lecture Presentation of favourite designers (Max 5-minute presentations) |
In class presentations and class discussions |
| Week 14 |
Session 14.1 Lecture Review of digital zines How we inform our design process Using historical references to create our concepts and designs Collating & Collecting Using information ethically and referencing material in our presentations
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| Week 15 |
Session 15.1 Excursion Excursion (Details TBC) |
WIP 4 due Write a reflection piece (approximately 300 words) with photos taken from the exhibition about what you saw/learnt.
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| Week 16 |
Session 16.1 Submission AT2_Digital Zine & Collages In class studio time and on-on-one teachers review and feedback |
AT2 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
Recommended resources:
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
To be deemed competent for this unit, students need to satisfactorily complete two (2) assessment tasks including an Art & Design Research task and a Design Presentation task.
Assessment Tasks
AT1 - Digital Booklet Due Week 10
AT2 - Digital Zine & 3 Collages Due Week 16
Note: full briefs, assessment details and rubrics for each task are available in Canvas
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.
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-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);
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 a satisfactory level you will be asked to resubmit within 5 working days. If you have not met the due date and do not have an extension of time in place, you will not meet the requirements of the unit for a pass.
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;
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
IT orientation
It's time to get ready; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/it-orientation
Course Overview: Access Course Overview