Course Title: Research history and theory to inform own arts practice
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2015
Course Code: HUSO5195C
Course Title: Research history and theory to inform own arts practice
School: 340T Art
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4311 - Certificate IV in Visual Arts
Course Contact: Jennifer Mills
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4472
Course Contact Email: visualarts@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Anthony Riccardi
anthony.riccardi@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 70
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
In this course you will develop the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research history and theory for application to artistic practice.
People working in all areas of arts practice apply the skills and knowledge described in this unit. The effectiveness of any creative work is enhanced if supported by a well-developed understanding of the history and theory associated with its genre, style or medium.
At this level, conclusions drawn from research may involve challenging different points of view as part of the process of developing one’s own creative voice. Research activity is largely independent with some guidance as required.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVRES401A Research history and theory to inform own arts practice |
Element: |
1. Research history and theory |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Discuss research ideas with appropriate people and |
Element: |
2. Link research to own arts practice |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate information in the context of own arts practice |
Element: |
3. Update and maintain knowledge of trends in own arts practice |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand own |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have completed research projects that will contribute to a portfolio of evidence.
Evidence of the ability to undertake the following is essential:
- use research and critical thinking techniques to evaluate information and distil key themes and ideas
- apply knowledge of historical and theoretical references to own arts practice.
Details of Learning Activities
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
• Select an appropriate research focus
• Analyse cultural ideas and information
• Develop substantiated positions to support professional practice
• Participate in informed discussion of cultural history and theory.
In this course you will develop the following program capabilities:
• Recognise historical and theatrical contemporary cultural practices
• Develop opinions and ideas about cultural history and theory.
Teaching Schedule
Week | Course content | Task | Elements |
1 | Introduction to course: • Learning outcomes • Assessment criteria • Course requirements • Essay outline • Consultation framework. |
All assessment tasks are to be submitted by week 20 in a folio. | 1, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 |
2-6 | Theoretical frameworks 1 • Cultural research project |
1.2 | |
7-9 | Theoretical frameworks 2 • Compare critical views of artists and their works |
2.3 | |
10-11 | Essay Consultation | 3.3 | |
12-13 | Theoretical frameworks 3 • Investigate issues regarding historical and contemporary production, • Investigate interpretation, promotion and consumption of culture |
2.2, 2.3, 2.4 | |
14-15 | Theoretical frameworks 4 • Professional practice issues regarding art practice and the arts industry |
3.3 | |
16-20 | Presentations/crits of work relating to theoretical framework | 1-3 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems. You will also be expected to make use of the library resources.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is on going throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through completion of a body of work that demonstrates concept development, understanding of materials and adhering to the guidelines of working in a studio.
Assessment Tasks
1. Title: Artists of influence: Presentation of work relating to theoretical frameworks. Due: W16-20
2. Title: Essay. Due: W20
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency.
These are available through the course contact in Program Administration.
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