Course Title: Realise an installation work

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2020

Course Code: GRAP5382C

Course Title: Realise an installation work

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6149 - Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts

Course Contact: Joel Rainford

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815

Course Contact Email: svdsc.mac@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 90

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

In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to realise all aspects of an installation project, from initial brief or idea to the actual installation of the work. 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUAINS601 Realise an installation work

Element:

1. Originate ideas for installation works

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Use own creative impulse or brief supplied by others to develop ideas for work

1.2 Research and explore relevant ideas and creative associations for the work

1.3 Evaluate site requirements and develop responses to accommodate practical requirements and constraints

1.4 Explore options for materials, technologies and processes to fulfil creative, site and brief requirements

1.5 Collaborate with others to maximise contribution of project ideas and refine through an ongoing collaborative process

Element:

2. Articulate and present project ideas

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Develop, critique and articulate creative responses to the objectives of the brief and site requirements

2.2 Develop formal presentation of concept proposal and supporting documentation according to guidelines

2.3 Present the design proposal with supporting documentation and practical planning data to the industry client, sponsor or selection panel

2.4 Evaluate and re-work aspects of the proposal as required

Element:

3. Plan and document work in response to the site and the brief

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Plan construction to meet specific site requirements and deadline for delivery

3.2 Engage with key stakeholders in the project to ensure all requirements are met

3.3 Represent planning and preparatory work using presentation mechanisms suited to the project

Element:

4. Create the installation work

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Integrate command of technique, materials and process to create installation work that meets creative needs

4.2 Use critical and creative thought to challenge, adapt and refine the installation

4.3 Interrogate aspects of work in progress and participate in critical inquiry and discussion

4.4 Use safe and sustainable work practices throughout the creation of the installation

Element:

5. Finalise the installation work

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Liaise with relevant people on factors affecting the finalisation of the work

5.2 Identify and address challenges of the installation project to complete work on time

5.3 Organise the installation of the work, engaging specialist expertise where necessary

Element:

6. Evaluate own work

Performance Criteria:

6.1 Seek and evaluate feedback from others to improve own work

6.2 Evaluate work against planned strategy for own creative practice and intentions for installation work

6.3 Assess place of own work in relation to other installation artists

6.4 Adjust work processes and practice to improve technical, conceptual and commercial outcomes


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.

You will be able to:

  • Originate and realise an installation work suitable for the public domain
  • Articulate and present ideas about installation work in relevant contexts
  • Evaluate, explain and discuss work in a professional context.
     

In this course you will develop the following program capabilities:

  • The ability to create a body of work from concept stage to the finished product
  • Have an awareness of contemporary art practices.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities will consist of:


• in class activities
• out-of-class activities
• peer teaching and class presentations
• online research
• group discussion
• independent project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects


Teaching Schedule

OVERVIEW: Introduction to course, ‘What is installation?’ and Task 1. Propositional Images

 

1.     Introduction to unit: Realise an Installation Work

•        Learning outcomes

•        assessment criteria

•        course requirements

•        studio clean-up process

•        introduction to project briefs

 

2.     Class introductions

·  Artist Talk

·  Student introductions (pronouns)

·  Human camera activity

 

 

3.     Presentation & Discussion : What do we mean by “installation”?

 

4.     Begin Task 1: Propositional Installations

Begin Task 1: Propositional Installations
Week 2
  1. Presentation & Discussion : What do we mean by “installation”? Part 2

 

  1. Task 1: Propositional Installations

Task 1: Propositional Installations

Week 3
  1. Install Task 1: Propositional Images in the hallway
2. Feedback on Propositional Images

DUE Task 1: Propositional Installations

Week 4

INTRODUCTION Task 2: Group Installation

In the studio

  • Introduction to Task 2: Group Installation
  • Form groups
  • See photos of The Capitol

 

Inspiration Artwork: Get into groups of 4 and select an artist to research from CANVAS

 

  • Visit the library and find books on the selected artist
  • Complete 1a-d

 

Generate, develop, articulate

  • Brainstorm and complete 3a-b

Task 2: Group Installation

 

REMINDER: Bring tools (cameras, video cameras, sound recorders) to document your installation/development in week 4/5/6

Week 5

Task 2: Group Installation –

 

 Site Analysis at the Capitol

  • As a group select a site.
  • Complete 2a-d

 

Generate, develop, articulate

  • Brainstorm and complete 3a-b

 

Task 2: Group Installation

 

REMINDER: Bring tools (cameras, video cameras, sound recorders) to document your installation/development in week 4/5/6

Week 6

Task 2: Group Installation  

Testing ideas at the Capitol

Generate, develop, articulate

  • Continue to develop your 2 ideas
  • Discussion to decide which of the ideas to proceed with
  • Trials with materials in the studio

 

Plan and OHS

  • Complete 4a-c

 

Evaluate the installation

Think about who will be responsible for which parts of the presentation (6a-g)

Task 2: Group Installation

 

REMINDER: Bring tools (cameras, video cameras, sound recorders) to document your installation/development in week 4/5/6

Week 7

Task 2

In the studio

Generate, develop, articulate

  • Continue to develop your 2 ideas
  • Discussion to decide which of the ideas to proceed with
  • Trials with materials in the studio

 

Plan and OHS

  • Complete 4a-c

 

Evaluate the installation

Think about who will be responsible for which parts of the presentation (6a-g)

 

Week 8

Task 2: Group Installation  

 

PRESENTATION TASK 2

 

  • Install the group installation in chosen site in 2 hours
  • 1 hour for feedback
Due: Task 2 Group Installation
Week 9

 

Task 2: Group Installation  

 

PRESENTATION TASK 2

 

  • PowerPoint presentations (6a-g)
Due: Task 2 Group Installation
Week 10

INTRODUCTION to Task 3: Individual Installation

 

  • Overview of the project
  • Select a site and conduct a site analysis and document in your visual diary
 
Week 11

Task 3: Individual Installation

Generate, develop, articulate

  • Brainstorm and produce 2 ideas (2a)
  • Critical discussion with a partner

 

Proposal (3a-b)

  

Individual Proposal Tutorial (week 15 students)

 
Week 12

Task 3: Individual Installation

 

  • Plan and OHS Risk Assessment
  •  Begin trial with materials in the studio

 

Individual Proposal Tutorial (week 16 students)

 
Week 13

Task 3: Individual Installation

 

  • Plan and OHS Risk Assessment
  • Begin trial with materials in the studio

Individual Tutorial (week 15 students)

 
Week 14

Task 3: Individual Installation

 

  • Producing the work in the studio/workshop

 

Individual Tutorial (week 16 students)

 
Week 15

PRESENTATION of Task 3: Individual Installation

 

  • 10 students to present Task 3 and receive group feedback (10 mins pp)

NOTE: Each student to be allocated a buddy for install

DUE: Task 3 Individual Installation

Week 16

PRESENTATION of Task 3: Individual Installation

 

  • 10 students to present Task 3 and receive group feedback (10 mins pp)

NOTE: Each student to be allocated a buddy for install

DUE: Task 3 Individual Installation


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include three projects. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.


Assessment Tasks

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected 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.

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria

Assessment Task 1: Propositional Installation

Due Week 3

Assessment Task 2:Group Installation

Due Week 7

Assessment Task 3:Individual Installation 

Due Week 15

 

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 for Assessment


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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