Course Title: Design and produce experimental textiles
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2019
Course Code: VART6463C
Course Title: Design and produce experimental textiles
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C6158 - Advanced Diploma of Textile Design and Development
Course Contact: Deborah Wills-Ives
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9233
Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
John Brooks
ph:99259250
email: john.brooks@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 120
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None.
Course Description
In this course you will explore a range of experimental processes to design and produce original textiles in response to a design brief. Through this exploratory approach, you will apply a variety of manipulation techniques to create different effects on fibres, fabrics and other materials that can be used to develop new textile concepts.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTTD5004 Design and produce experimental textiles |
Element: |
1 Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
Element: |
2 Develop original textile product design |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify and analyse requirements or parameters for design and application 2.2 Conduct research to generate and explore design ideas 2.3 Select design concept and communication tools to present design concept to appropriate personnel for feedback 2.4 Respond to feedback and modify design concept as required |
Element: |
3 Prepare for manipulation process |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify materials and manipulation techniques to achieve desired effect 3.2 Identify processes and technical aspects of production to achieve different manipulations 3.3 Complete specification sheet to guide production 3.4 Undertake calculations, as required, to determine textile and material quantities 3.5 Source materials and select and prepare tools and equipment required for production |
Element: |
4 Manipulate materials to produce experimental samples |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Set up workstation according to specifications for work 4.2 Check textiles and materials to be manipulated against quality standards 4.3 Undertake 2-D and 3-D manipulation techniques to achieve design effects for sample and according to workplace procedures 4.4 Identify material or process faults and determine and address probable cause |
Element: |
5 Evaluate design and production processes |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Assess manipulated textile sample against design concept and specifications 5.2 Analyse and evaluate design to identify opportunities for improvement 5.3 Evaluate manipulation techniques to identify opportunities for improvement 5.4 Explore modifications to design or process using CAD or other design tools and communicate with appropriate personnel 5.5 Finalise modifications and design and document all processes and improvements |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to conduct research to generate new and creative design ideas to produce 2D and 3D textile samples. You will also demonstrate competence through your ability to apply manipulation techniques, using various design tools that show evidence of your knowledge and application of the elements and principles of design.
Details of Learning Activities
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations in studio
- design activities or projects
- peer learning
- group discussion
- presentations
- research
- independent project based work
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
- visits to galleries and events
Teaching Schedule
Session/week |
Key topics |
Key learning and assessment activities |
Due Dates |
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Session 1
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Introduction to the semester and first projects |
Introduction to experimental textiles – research, processes, outcomes, key artists and designers. Presentation of key artists and designers, processes and potential outcomes. Group discussion about experimental textile research and process. Introduction to assessment 1 – Textile Detective (due beginning of class week 4) Presentation of examples of work, and a rundown of what you need to bring to the next class. |
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Session 2 |
Analysing textiles |
Presentation of research and group discussion for idea generation Students to bring materials for experiments |
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Session 3 |
Textile Troubleshooting |
Individual feedback and comparison of samples to research images. Further experimentation to achieve desired results Introduction to assessment 2 – Structure and Surface (due week 9) and presentation of examples of work, key artists and designers, and useful resources relating to assessment 2. In class material preparation exercise and informal individual feedback discussions based on work from assessment 1. |
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Session 4 |
Creating embellishment materials |
Practical demonstration on creating materials for textile embellishment and supervised studio activity relating to creating materials for textile embellishment. Discussion about sourcing found objects for textile embellishments. |
Assessment 1 due |
Session 5 |
Applying embellishments to surfaces |
Practical demonstration on applying unconventional materials to fabrics during construction or as manipulation to existing fabrics and supervised studio activity relating embellishing textile samples. |
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Session 6 |
Manipulation and embellishment within structure |
Demonstration and exploration of manipulation and embellishment during the textile construction process. |
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Session 7 |
Group Critique |
Presentations and group critique/discussion surrounding work completed so far for assessment 2 and supervised studio time working on assessment 2. Selection of most successful sample for development. |
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Session 8 |
Object |
Presentation and demonstration of construction techniques. Supervised studio time. |
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Session 9 |
Swatch the Future |
Introduction to final project, Assessment 3 – Swatch the Future. Presentation of examples of work, key artists, ideas for potential approaches. Benchmarks assigned for weeks 9 and 13. Supervised studio time for assessment 2. |
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Session 10 |
Discussion |
Discussion and critique of Swatch the Future ideas. Supervised studio time working on Swatch the Future. |
Assessment 2 due |
Session 11 |
One on one feedback and supervised studio time |
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Session 12 |
Excursion |
Excursion TBC |
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Session 13 |
Critique |
Presentations and group critique/discussion surrounding work completed so far for assessment 3 – Swatch the Future. |
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Session 14 |
Demonstrations |
Practical demonstration on refining textile experiments and supervised studio time. |
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Session 15 |
Presentation ideas |
Practical demonstration on presenting textile experiments and supervised studio time. |
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Session 16 |
Reflective exercises and discussions |
Final submission of Assessment 3 – Swatch the Future. Class discussion and reflective exercise on the last three projects. Class discussion on maintaining a practice and self care. |
Assessment 3 due |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Powerpoint presentations
Project handouts
Material and process instruction sheets
Lee, J, 2015, Material Alchemy, BIS Publishers B.V, Amsterdam
Constantine, M, and Lenore Larsen, J, 1973, Beyond Craft: The Art Fabric, Van Nostrand Reinhold Company, New York
McQuaid, M, and McCarty, C, 2002, Structure and Surface: Contemporary Japanese Textiles, The Museum of Modern Art, New York
The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies.
The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include three projects and presentation of a folio to a panel of industry experts. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1 – Textile Detective
In this project, you will undertake research into experimental textiles and develop a broader understanding of the possibilities within textile materials and processes. You will be analysing your research material and attempting to recreate a sample of unknown origins. This exercise will expand your knowledge of textile construction processes and contribute to the development of your analytical and critical thinking skills. Due week 4, 08/03/19.
Assessment 2 – Structure and Surface
Using a series of unconventional materials, and/or advanced construction techniques create a complex and experimental textile samples to support your weave, knit and print work. Materials for this project may be found or made by hand. A minimum of five samples must be presented with co-coordinating images. Due week 10, 17/04/18
Assessment 3 – Swatch the Future
Using one or more experimental textile construction or manipulation techniques, keeping in mind the future and sustainability, conduct research and develop a body of samples in response to a forecasted future scenario. This work can take any form as long as it involves an experimental approach to making textiles. Due week 16, 07/06/19.
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment 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 on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria
Once you have demonstrated competency, you will also receive a grade for Assessment Tasks 1, 2 and 3 and for the course. (Refer to MyRMIT for grading rubric).
Assessment Task 1: Material Swatchbook Due date: Week 3
Assessment Task 2: Unconventional Embellishments Due date: Week 9
Assessment Task 3: Swatch the Future Due date: Week 15
Graded assessment in this course uses the following grades:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved – Graded
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 (or Program Coordinator)
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/forms/assessment-forms
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.
Assessment Feedback:
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/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.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now requires to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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