Course Title: Interpret and respond to a design brief
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2018
Course Code: GRAP5389C
Course Title: Interpret and respond to a design brief
School: 320T Architecture & Urban Design
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4382 - Certificate IV in Design
Course Contact: Alistair Briggs
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9446
Course Contact Email: alistair.briggs@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Dale Nason
dale.nason@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 20
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None required.
Course Description
In this course you will explore and develop the skills and knowledge required to interpret and creatively respond to a design brief. You will also integrate clear communication and planning processes to effectively respond to the brief.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES402 Interpret and respond to a design brief |
Element: |
1 Interpret design brief |
Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
2 Explore and develop design concept |
Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
3 Liaise with client |
Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
4 Plan production of work |
Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
5 Complete production of work |
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Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a studio and computer laboratory using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.
In class activities will include:
• demonstrations and presentations by teacher
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• feedback and revision
• peer learning
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• student project workshops, including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of class activities will include:
• independent project based work
• online tutorials and activities
• independent research
• studio practice
• review & revision
Teaching Schedule
This course, GRAP5389C - Interpret & Respond to a Design Brief - is delivered face-to-face in combination with VART6408C - Create Visual Design Components. The combined timeline is presented here as a complete reference to the combined session delivery. The courses are however separate on Canvas, and will be given different assessment outcomes according to the respective assessment tasks.
PLEASE NOTE:
GRAP5389C - Interpret & Respond to a Design Brief runs until WEEK 10, it is of shorter duration than VART6408C - Create Visual Design Components.
Additionally note:
While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change
depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources. There will be a number of prescribed tasks and projects (see Assessment Tasks below).
Week |
Topic |
Activities |
Assessment & Feedback |
Learning Elements |
Learning Elements GRAP5389C |
Week 1 |
Program Orientation |
Activity: O'Week Timetable |
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Week 2 |
Course & Projects Introduction |
Activity: Analysis of Project Briefs #1 & #2 Initial research and concept generation Planning of projects development |
Project Briefing: Projects #1 & #2 |
1 - 5 | 1 - 5 |
Week 3 |
Projects Development |
Activity: Research & project brief focus groups Individual concept development |
1 - 5 | 1 - 5 | |
Week 4 |
Critical Review & Feedback |
Activity: Concept presentation & communication Small group feedback Test printing and progress display for feedback Assess & update planning of projects development |
Feedback: |
1 - 5 |
1 - 5 |
Week 5 |
Projects Development |
Activity: Project Development & individual feedback |
1 - 5 |
1 - 5 | |
Week 6 |
Projects Development |
Activity: Project Development & individual feedback |
1 - 5 |
1 - 5 | |
Week 7 |
Finalize Project #1 for Client |
Activity: Finalize Project #1 design outcomes - (If applicable - Enter Competition) Folio Presentation development #1 |
GRAP5389C |
1 - 5 |
1 - 5 |
Week 8 |
Project Development |
Activity: Develop Project #2 design |
1 - 5 |
1 - 5 | |
Week 9 |
Project Development |
Activity: Develop Project #2 design |
1 - 5 |
1 - 5 | |
Week 10 |
Project presentation |
Activity: Presentation of submissions in document layout Print & Photography Final development for Project #2 |
1 - 5 |
1 - 5 | |
BREAK |
NO SESSIONS - Break duration 2 weeks | ||||
Week 11 |
Folio Presentation |
Activity: Finalize Project #2 design outcomes - (If applicable - Enter Competition) Folio Presentation development & Submission |
GRAP5389C Project #2 Submission GRAP5389C Project Portfolio Submission |
1 - 5 |
1 - 5 |
Note: Sessions from this point on (weeks 11 - 18) are only VART6408C Create visual design components
Week 11 |
Project Introduction |
Activity: |
Project Briefing: Project #3 VART6408C Projects #1 & #2 Components Submission |
1 - 5 |
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Week 12 |
Project Development & Resource Induction |
Activity: Workshop - Printing in relief, and with type (Induction process for proofing presses and resources) |
1 - 5 |
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Week 13 |
Project Development Review & Feedback |
Activity: Concept and Typographic design development Review of workshop outcomes - feedback & discussion |
Feedback: Project #3 |
1 - 5 |
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Week 14 |
Project Development |
Activity: Design finalization & printing plate production Workshop - Printing with own plates |
1 - 5 |
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Week 15 |
Project Development |
Activity: Final printing plate production Workshop - Printing with own plates Workshop - Book making |
1 - 5 |
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Week 16 |
Project Development Review & Feedback |
Activity: Workshop (final) - Printing with own plates Workshop - Book making Review of outcomes - feedback & discussion |
Feedback: Project #3 |
1 - 5 |
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Week 17 |
Project Finalization Individual Tuition |
Activity: End of project production, & individual tuition |
1 - 5 |
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Week 18 |
Project Finalization, Submission & Documentation |
Activity: Documentation of outcomes (photography & text) Folio Presentation development |
VART6408C Project #3 Submission: Final Assessment |
1 - 5 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Prescribed Texts: There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course.
You are advised to look at the Learning Hub at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information.
A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year.
You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software.
RMIT Library.
You will also have access to the library resources.
Among the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access Lynda.com for online tutorials and lessons. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning. The University Library has extensive resources for Design students.
RMIT Library has produced the following:
• subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. http://rmit.libguides.com/graphicartanddesign
• guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing
• subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/librarians/dsc
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment tasks will require you demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through practical projects and/or design activities.
The assessment tasks are: Industry style project/s
An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
For the first 10 weeks of this semester GRAP5389C is combined face-to-face delivery with VART6408C.
Assessment Tasks during this period will be presented as 2 Poster Design projects aiming toward Competition Entry if possible.
Separate parts of each project outcome will be the required submission for each course.
Submission for assessment in VART6408C will comprise Design Project Components for both Project #1 & #2, and Project #3 that spans Weeks 11 - 18, after the completion of this course. Please refer to that Course for more detail.
GRAP5389C Assessment submissions are as follows:
Project #1: Design Project Submission
- Due: Week 7
- recorded as Complete or Not Complete
Project #2: Design Project Submission
- Due: Week 11
- recorded as Complete or Not Complete
Interpret a Brief Project Portfolio:
- Due: Week 10
- recorded as a Graded Outcome, and is 100% of the final Course Grade
Completion to a satisfactory degree of all required assessment task elements (as outlined in the project briefs) is necessary to achieve competency.
'Interpret a Brief Project Portfolio' is a graded assessment & will be 100% of the course grade outcome.
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also use graded assessment are:
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
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 aspect of your 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 for success.
Feedback
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.
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy
Submissions
When submitting work for assessment you are required to complete a declaration of authorship. This must be done for every summative assessment task. This statement acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. For non-digital submission use the printed form provided. For digital online submission please use e Submission process. Information regarding the eSubmission process
Special Consideration Policy, Late Submission & Extensions
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. Pick the following link for details on applying for Special consideration
Reasonable adjustment is available and may be applied through the Special Consideration process. Any student seeking an extension, should aim at doing so a minimum of 2 days before the deadline. Work submitted late and without an extension at any point will incur late penalties in accordance with university policy. If you require an extension you must complete an extension form with evidence supporting your application and hand this to your instructor. Further links Application for extension of time
On Time Submission and Impact of Late Submission
On time submission is an important factor in your assessment. Employability skills are embedded in all courses and these include Planning & Organising and Self-management. For this reason, late work impacts on your overall grade for each assessment task.
The following adjustments for late submission will be made: Work submitted late will be assessed for competency only. Submissions are only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
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 go to Academic Integrity. Academic Integrity
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 go to Academic Integrity. Academic Integrity
Credit Transfers 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 demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require 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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