Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: GRAP6359C
Course Title: Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4382 - Certificate IV in Design
Course Contact: Alistair Briggs
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9988
Course Contact Email: alistair.briggs@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Dean Jones
Nominal Hours: 65
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
None required.
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge to source information on design history and theory and to apply that information to your own area of work.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
Element: |
1 Collect information on design history and theory |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on design history and theory 1.2 Organise research material and findings for current or future use in design practice, facilitating easy access and cross‑referencing |
Element: |
2 Apply information to own area of work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate information in the context of current design practice 2.2 Assess which aspects of information on design history and theory could be used or adapted to inform current practice 2.3 Use relevant information in a culturally appropriate way to develop an understanding of own area of work |
Element: |
3 Update and maintain knowledge of design trends |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of design trends and developments 3.2 Incorporate and integrate knowledge into design activities |
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:
- class exercises
- tutorials
- practical demonstrations
- workshops
- group discussion
- review and revision
- peer learning
- peer teaching and class presentations
- teacher directed group activities/projects
- workshop for all student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of class activities may include:
- independent research
- independent project based work
- studio practice
- online tutorials and activities
- review and revision
Teaching Schedule
Please 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.
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
There will be a number of prescribed tasks and projects (see Assessment Tasks below).
Week | Learning Activities | Tasks Due or session outcome |
1 |
Overview of Assessment Task 1 and Assessment Task 2. Overview of unit and topics explored in Assessment Task 1 - booklet: Art vs Design - differences and similarities - discussion Referencing and sourcing |
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2 | Topic 1 - Cultural and creative movements |
1A worksheet 1 |
3 | Topic 1 - Cultural and creative movements |
1B worksheet 2 |
4 | Topic 2 - Modernist movements and their impacts on design |
2A worksheet 3 |
5 | Topic 2 - Modernist movements and their impacts on design |
2B worksheet 4 |
6 |
Topic 3 - Graphic Design 1950-1965, The Fused Metaphor, The New York School, Swiss Typography |
3A worksheet 5 |
7 | Topic 3 - Graphic Design |
3B worksheet 6 |
8 |
Topic 3 - Graphic Design 3C - 1990-2014 The emergence of Digital, Minimalism, Vernacular design. |
3C worksheet 7 |
9 |
Topic 4 - Contemporary Design trends 4A - Professional Associations and knowledge development opportunities |
4A worksheet 8 |
10 | AT1: Booklet for review and discussion |
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11 | Introduction to Assessment Task 2 - Part A Project, Part B knowledge questions |
Due - Submission of Assessment Task 1 - booklet |
12 | Concept development, research and resourcing. |
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13 | Concept development and feedback | Feedback on concept and progress |
14 | Concept development and feedback |
Feedback on concept and progress |
15 | Resolution of concept |
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16 | Resolution of concept |
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17 | Presentation and completion of Part B knowledge questions | |
18 | Submission of Assessment Task 2 - Project -Part A and Part B. | Due - Submission of Assessment Task 2 - Project |
19 | Assessment | |
20 | Assessment and collection |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Prescribed Texts
There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course. This course has recommended books listed under ‘References’
20th Century Design Movements:
https://visscom.wordpress.com/2013/04/07/20th-century-design-movements/
Design Movements Time line
www.stedmunds.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/.../Design-Movements-Timeline.pdf
Late Modernism
http://www.historygraphicdesign.com/the-age-of-information/postmodern-design/526-late-modernism
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. You will also have access to the library resources.
Amongst 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. The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies http://rmit.libguides.com/graphicartanddesign
The Library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and 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 written tasks.
The assessment tasks are: Class notes, research and tasks.
An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
There will be feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both.
Session tasks work provide the basis for ongoing feedback and are essential building blocks for students own research.
This course has 2 projects, both of which must be completed/submitted. You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard.
Assessments
Assessment Task 1 History Booklet - incorporating in class work sheets 1-8
Due week 11
Assessment Task 2 Creative Project and knowledge questions
Due week 18
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
The submitted projects will be assessed with written feedback as well as a checklist that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome.
This course is assessed for competency.
Grades which apply to competency-based assessment are:
CA Competency Achieved
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
It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
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 feedback at RMIT
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy
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
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 competency assessment.
Submissions that are assessed as Not Satisfactory can be re-submitted once and this is only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. Submission cover sheet
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
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