Course Title: Draw 3-D designs

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: VART6447C

Course Title: Draw 3-D designs

School: 350T Fashion & Textiles

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear

Course Contact: Tallal Khan

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259118

Course Contact Email: tallal.khan@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Natalie Prygodicz

natalie.prygodicz@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 60

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

Course Description

In this unit you will learn skills and knowledge required to draw 3-D designs for custom-made footwear. The unit applies to the illustration or drawing of designs from the designer or rough sketch. The 3-D drawings feature all perspectives of the product and are used as a communication tool for construction or promotional purposes. The drawing may be done manually or by computer.

This course addresses the following units and all these units are clustered for delivery but may assessed separately. This course introduces you to Drawing 3- Dimensional designs, identifying influences on contemporary footwear designs and construction techniques and design your range.

MSTFD4014 - Identify influences on contemporary fashion designs & construction techniques

MSTFP4001 -  Develop design for custom-made footwear


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSTGN3006 Draw 3-D designs

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 Prepare for drawing

Performance Criteria:

2.1

Select and prepare drawing tools and equipment

2.2

Set up workbench and seating according to WHS practices

2.3

Interpret designer or rough sketch based on workplace procedures and input from client, designer, producer or a record of an existing product

2.4

Identify features, specifications and quality criteria for drawing

Element:

3 Apply 3-D drawing techniques

Performance Criteria:

3.1

Accurately draw design of product using templates, where required, and showing relevant wearing or placement angles

3.2

Draw front, back and profile views of the product

3.3

Confirm drawing with customer or designer and make necessary adjustments to meet requirements

Element:

4 Finalise 3-D designs

Performance Criteria:

4.1

Render finalised drawing according to requirements by hand or computer

4.2

Select presentation materials, tools and equipment 

4.3

Apply visual presentation techniques to final illustration

4.4

Present final illustration of 3-D design to client

4.5

File and store documentation


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. 

Create technical drawings of a variety of existing shoes by hand.  Explore rendering options to demonstrate alternative materials.  Learn to draw a basic shoe in Adobe Illustrator.


Details of Learning Activities

  • practical demonstrations in studio
  • online discussion and participation
  • design activities or projects
  • class exercises to review discussions/lectures
  • peer learning
  • research
  • independent project-based work


Teaching Schedule

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.

 

WEEK

DATE

OUTLINE

1

Mon 11/2

COURSE OVERVIEW

Introduction activity

Canvas Run through

Wed 13/2

Introduce Assessment 1 – Design Influences on Footwear

Influences - Library introduction to research – image databases WGSN

Introduction to Pinterest and creation of board

Ergonomics

2

Mon 18/2

Introduction Assessment 3 - Draw shoes by hand

Draw basic pump – heel heights

Wed 20/2

Introduction to rendering – medium 1

Draw Peep-toe

Draw Mule Shoe

3

Mon 25/2

Influences – Key Designers and Events of the 20th Century

Influences – Local Designers and materials

Wed 27/2

Draw Mary Jane or T-bar or Sling back

Industry Visit Leffler Leather

4

Mon 4/3

Influences – Key Footwear trends of the 20th Century

Influences – Favourite Designer

Wed 6/3

Draw D’Orsay or Peep Toe

Rendering – medium 2

5

Mon 11/3

LABOUR DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Wed 13/3

Draw Sandal

6

Mon 18/3

Influences – Purpose and Function of Footwear

Wed 20/3

Draw Long Boot and children’s shoe

Rendering – Medium 3

7

Mon 25/3

Current Trends

Wed 27/3

Draw Oxford or Derby

8

Mon 1/4

Draw Moccasin or Slip-on or boat shoe and trainer

Wed 3/4

Draw Chelsea boot or Jodhpur boot or desert boot

9

 

Mon 8/4

Draw Hero Shoe and render

Wed 10/4

Influences – Profile footwear user

10

Mon 15/4

Introduction to Assessment 3 – Design Your Range

Colour theory – Colour wheel, contrast, seasons

Colour Trends

Design Challenge – adapt existing design

Wed 17/4

 

Submit Assessment 2 – Draw shoes by hand

Design Elements Exercise

Sourcing inspiration – Pinterest

 

TERM BREAK: Friday 19th April – Friday 26th April

11

Mon 29/4

Mind map of range

Design Brief Development

Wed 1/5

DESIGN/ MARKET RESEARCH TRIP

12

Mon 6/5

Design Brief – Client Requirements. Function and Purpose

Wed 8/5

Fabrication and components

Sketching of range with feedback

13

Mon 13/5

Introduction to Assessment 4 – Specification Package

Specification Sheet Introduction

Preliminary specification

Requirement – bring completed shoe Andrews Class

Wed 15/5

Specifications: Measure and assess Foot

Shoe Fitting

14

Mon 20/5

Submit Assessment 1 Due – Influences on Footwear

Sketching of range with feedback

Wed 22/5

Finalise Range

15

Mon 27/5

Submit Assessment 4 – Specifications

Finalise Range

Wed 29/5

Submit Assessment 3 – Design Your Range

16

Mon 3/6

Feedback Week

Wed 5/6

Feedback Week

 

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

 

The following course resources will be needed to help you complete the requirements of this course. You should ensure you have access to these and contact the teaching staff if you encounter any issues.

This course requires you to use Microsoft Office - Word and Excel(software) and/also Adobe Creative Suite to complete class activities and Assessments. 

Software Programs from the Adobe Creative Suite are provided by RMIT.

 

Prescribed Reference Book to be purchased during First semester as directed by the Footwear CAD Teacher.  Shoe Design by Fashionary – A Handbook for Footwear Designers  (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

 

For your CAD and Drawing classes you will be required to bring the following items:

  • USB Flash drive - minimum of 10GB
  • Drawing equipment:
  • HB pencils
  • A4 or A3 sketch book
  • Felt tip pens
  • Eraser
  • Sharpener

 

RMIT Library provides extensive resources for fashion and textiles students.

Search the library and consult the Fashion and Textiles subject guides for more information.

The library also provides guides on academic referencing and assistance is available via phone, chat and email.

Watch this short video on Getting started with fashion and textiles library resources


Overview of Assessment

Assessment is ongoing throughout the semester and will consist of both theory and practical based exercises, predominantly in class but some out of class research and information formatting is required as well. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas. 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. 

All assessment tasks must be completed before competency can be achieved. Tasks that have not be authenticated in class as the student’s own work will not be considered for assessment. Regular attendance is encouraged. 

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the Program Manager or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.

Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described online at:

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/policies/assessment-policy

 


Assessment Tasks

 

This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. 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.

Assessment

Task

Week Due

Date Due

1

Design Influences on Footwear

Week 14

20th May

2

Draw Shoes by Hand

Week 10

17th April

3

Design your Range

Week 15

29th May

4

Specification Package

Week 15

27th May

Assessment Tasks are due at 9pm on the due date. If for any reason you find yourself unable to submit the assessment you need to contact your assessor to arrange an extension if it is considered reasonable.

 

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 (or Course/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

 

The statement of student responsibilities summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers. www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/student-responsibilities

 

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.

 

Student Progress:

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress

 

Cover Sheet for Submissions:

You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/information-for/students-at-partners-outside-australia/services-and-study-resources/assignment-cover-sheet

 

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

 

Special consideration Policy

If you wish to apply for special consideration, follow this link for the procedure. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration

 

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 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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

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