Research and recommend artwork

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: VART6487C

Course Title: Research and recommend artwork

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5431 - Diploma of Interior Design

Course Contact: Ellen Pan-Florissen

Course Contact Phone: +61399254759

Course Contact Email: ellen.pan-florissen@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Michele Meister michele.meister@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 36

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 determine decoration requirements, research product options and make recommendations for specifying artwork within a project.

This unit applies to individuals providing advice in a retail, consulting or design studio environment. They analyse and compare product information from a wide range of different sources to develop a design solution.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSFID5028 Research and recommend artwork

Element:

1. Determine project requirements

Performance Criteria:

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

1.2 Select work resources based on the needs of the project

1.3 Identify and assess aspects of the space that impact on potential solutions

1.4 Analyse and review intended application for the artwork in the available space

1.5 Identify and investigate the most appropriate method of display in artwork within the existing space

1.6 Identify key project stakeholders and establish required communication protocols

Element:

2. Research artwork options

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Source and analyse relevant information about potential artwork and artists

2.2 Assess and compare aesthetic requirements of the artwork with surrounding site and design elements

2.3 Analyse and evaluate properties of the materials used in the production of artwork

2.4 Assess elements and principles of design used in the creation of the artwork in relation to the available site

2.5 Source and compare information about costs and availability against the project brief

2.6 Identify and integrate potential sustainability features or issues into the research process

Element:

3. Refine ideas and select preferred solution

Performance Criteria:

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

3.2 Choose a preferred solution based on research findings and the key objectives of the project brief

Element:

4. Recommend artwork

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Prepare a visual representation that communicates the key aspects of the preferred solution

4.2 Present recommendations in a format and level of detail suited to the client and scope of the project

4.3 Clearly articulate and present rationale for the chosen solution to the client

4.4 Provide client with realistic cost estimates for purchasing or hiring and/or exhibiting the artwork within the site

4.5 Seek client feedback on the proposed solution

4.6 Make adjustments to the final design solution based on feedback

4.7 Evaluate work through feedback and own reflection and identify potential improvements for use in future projects.

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.

Virtual In-class activities will include:

• Tutorials and project-based work

• Group discussion

• Teacher-directed activities/projects

• Class presentations

• Studio Practice

Out-of-class activities will include:

• Online investigation

• Independent project-based work

• Gallery/Exhibition visits

Teaching Schedule

*Teaching Schedule* Whilst all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on specialist facilities and equipment. Please check canvas regularly as any updates will be posted in announcements.	*Assessment due*
Week 8	Overview of the assessment tasks and briefing of clients Briefing task 1
Week 9	What to consider when choosing artwork and research into Melbourne's galleries
Week 10	How do we document our art selection and finalizing task 1	AT1 due
Week 11	Preparation client presentation (task 2 )
Week 12	Client presentation (task 2)	AT2 due
Week 13	Final Presentation	AT3 due

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Library support

The University Library has extensive resources for InteriorDesign 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:

Yenawine, Philip. Key Art Terms for Beginners. New York: H.N. Abrams, 1995. Adams, Laurie. Art : A Beginner’s Guide. Oxford, England: Oneworld Publications, 2012. Labatt, Annie Montgomery. Art History 101 Without the Exams : Looking Closely at Objects from the History of Art. San Antonio: Trinity University Press, 2022.

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 three (3) assessment tasks including a knowledge assessment task, a project recommendations task, and a project presentation task.

Assessment Tasks

AT1A Quiz: due week 10

AT2A Portfolio: due week 12

AT3A Final project: due week 13

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.

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-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 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/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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