Course Title: Research, analyse and apply colour for interior spaces

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2016

Course Code: ARCH5206C

Course Title: Research, analyse and apply colour for interior spaces

School: 320T Architecture & Design

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5333 - Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration

Course Contact : Jennifer Crowley

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819

Course Contact Email:design.ve@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Lindsey Glover - lindsey.glover@rmit.edu.au
(ph) 9925 4435  or reception (ph) 9925 4819

Nominal Hours: 80

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

This unit specifies the outcomes required to research, analyse and apply colour for interior decoration projects.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSFID4001 Research, analyse and apply colour for interior spaces

Element:

Assess colour requirements for the project

Performance Criteria:

1.1  Project brief is reviewed and clarified with client to identify colour requirements
1.2  Parameters for the colour application are assessed and confirmed
1.3  Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness
1.4  Communication with others is established and maintained
1.5  Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching, analysing and applying colours are verified and complied with

Element:

Research colour schemes for interior decoration

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Colour psychology is researched and analysed in accordance with the needs of the project
2.2 Impact of colours upon an interior space are researched and information compiled
2.3 Additive and subtractive colour mixing is researched for interior decoration applications
2.4 Cultural and historical influences on colour use are examined

Element:

Present colour scheme

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Final selection of colours is compiled and verified based on the research and analysis and presented to the client
4.2 Presentation of the colour information is made to the client and specifications recorded
4.3 A range of rendering media is used to present colour schemes
4.4 Colour application is critiqued to assess the effectiveness of the project brief to meet client needs

Element:

Explore colour schemes

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Colour wheels are used to mix and match alternative colour schemes in assisting with suitability of colours to a space
3.2 Colour systems and colour combinations are explored for interior design application
3.3 Relationship of colours juxtaposed are assessed for their suitability in the space and proportions
3.4 Effect of light is assessed against the impact of colours being proposed for use in certain spaces
3.5 Coordination and visual perception of colours is assessed in accordance with the project brief
3.6 A range of colour mixing techniques are used to match samples
3.7 Light sources are used to mix and throw coloured light onto a range of coloured surfaces to evaluate and record colour effect perceptions
3.8 Contrast and harmony of colours are ascertained through selection of colours in accordance with the project brief

Learning Outcomes


This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for experimentation and application of colour in interior decoration projects in order to achieve desired effects.
The unit includes coverage of employability skills in problem solving, planning and organising and initiative and enterprise in order to use and experiment with colour to achieve desired decoration effects. Communication skills are required to interpret the effects of colour on design and communicate colour concepts using design tools such as colour wheels and formulas. Self management and learning skills are used to evaluate and review colour development and selection processes.
 


Details of Learning Activities

In class activities will include:
• Lectures & project based work
• Group discussion
• Teacher directed activities/projects
• Class exercises to review lectures 

Out of class activities will include:
• Online research
• Independent project based work
• Gallery/Exhibition visits

Self-Directed Learning -
Some activities will include a self-directed learning approach; self-directed learning refers to organised activities that students  
undertake independently, either as individuals or with other students that are supervised by a teacher. This may include workplace research and/or library assignments.  
 


Teaching Schedule

 ARCH5206C RESEARCH, ANALYSE & APPLY COLOUR FOR INTERIOR SPACES is a clustered unit with ARCH5217CASSESS INTERIOR LIGHT & RECOMMEND LIGHT FITTINGS

WEEK Weekly Activity Colour - on-line blog Colour Elements Weekly Activity Lighting Lighting Elements
        1  Introduction to Colour &
 Lighting courses
 Procedure & processes
 Tasks & activities
 Colour TASK 1 due WEEK 15
 Colour & Light Task 2 due  WEEK 15 		 1.1 to 1.5
 2.2 3.2		 Introduction to Colour & Lighting courses
Procedure & processes
Tasks & activities
Lighting TASK 1 due WEEK 9
Colour & Light Task 2 due WEEK 15 		 1.2 to 1.4
        2  ON-LINE BLACKBOARD BLOG
 Video 1 - how we see
 Colour Task 1 -colour wheels		  2 .1 to 2.4
 3.1 3.2		  LIGHTING TUTORIAL
 Assessing daylight conditions		  2.1 to 2.6
        3  ON-LINE BLACKBOARD BLOG
 Video 2 - what makes colour
 Colour T1 - explore a colour		  2 .1 to 2.4
 3.1 3.2

 LIGHTING TUTORIAL
 Electrical light uses

  3.1 to 3.7
 4.1 to 4.5
        4  ON-LINE BLACKBOARD BLOG
 Video 3 - colour psychology
 Colour T1 -colour of others
 Progressive assessment &  feedback of blog posts so far
 		  2 .1 to 2.4
 3.1 3.2

 LIGHTING TUTORIAL
 Lighting scenarios
 Progressive assessment & feedback of blog posts so far
 COLOUR - TASK 1 blog posts
 LIGHTING - TASK 1 process journal

Site visit to Lighting showroom

  1.1 to 1.5
 2.1 to 2.6
 3.1 to 3.7
 4.1 to 4.5
 5.1 to 5.6
        5 ON-LINE BLACKBOARD BLOG
Colour systems
Itten & 12 major colour groups		  2 .1 to 2.4
 3.1 3.2		  LIGHTING TUTORIAL
 Lighting products		  4.1 to 4.5
        6  ON-LINE BLACKBOARD BLOG
 Colour proportion
 Advance & recede		  2 .1 to 2.4
 3.1 3.2		  LIGHTING TUTORIAL
 Government legislation & OH&S
 Inspiration & the future		  1.1 to 1.6
 4.1 to 4.5
       7

      ASSESSMENTS


      WEEK 4 - Colour & Lighting
      Progressive assessment & feedback
      of so far :
      COLOUR - blog posts
      LIGHTING - process journal
 


       WEEK 9 - Lighting
       Hand-in TASK 1 - Lighting process   journal
 


        WEEK 15
        Colour - hand-in TASK 1 Colour
        process journal
        Colour & Lighting combined TASK 2
        major project board
 
 
  
 
 
 

 

  3.1 to 3.3
 4.1 to 4.4		  Start Colour & Lighting classroom tutorials
Introduction to TASK 2 colour & lighting major project /
 revision of on-line work / equipment		  1.1 to 1.5
 2.1 to 2.6
 3.1 to 3.7
 4.1 to 4.5
 5.1 to 5.6
      8  1.4 2.2
3 .2 3.4 3.8
 4.1 to 4.3		  Grey scale & tints pastels tones & shades
 Homework for EASTER BREAK (24th March to 3rd April)
1.1 to 1.5
2.1 to 2.6
3.1 to 3.7
4.1 to 4.5
5.1 to 5.6
      9   1.4 2.2
 3.2 3.4 3.8
 4.1 to 4.3		  Colour proportion - general rule & reverse
 Hand-in TASK 1 Lighting process journal		 1.1 to 1.5
2.1 to 2.6
3.1 to 3.7
4.1 to 4.5
5.1 to 5.6
    10  1.4 2.2
 3.2 3.4 3.8
 4.1 to 4.3		  Explore & develop major project
 Colour - colours of art work
 Lighting - reflected ceiling plan		  1.1 to 1.5
 2.1 to 2.6
 3.1 to 3.7
 4.1 to 4.5
 5.1 to 5.6

    11

  1.4 2.2
 3.2 3.4 3.8
 4.1 to 4.3		  Explore & develop major project
 Colour - approach to decoration 1
 Lighting - schedule		  1.1 to 1.5
 2.1 to 2.6
 3.1 to 3.7
 4.1 to 4.5
 5.1 to 5.6
    12  1.4 2.2
 3.2 3.4 3.8
 4.1 to 4.3		  Explore & develop major project
 Colour - approach to decoration 2
 Spatial colour 1		 1.1 to 1.5
2.1 to 2.6
3.1 to 3.7
4.1 to 4.5
5.1 to 5.6
   13  1.4 2.2
 3.2 3.4 3.8
 4.1 to 4.3		  Explore & develop major project
 Colour - approach to decoration 3 
 Spatial colour 2
 		 1.1 to 1.5
2.1 to 2.6
3.1 to 3.7
4.1 to 4.5
5.1 to 5.6
   14  1.4 2.2
 3.2 3.4 3.8
 4.1 to 4.3		  Colour & lighting revision of Task 1 & 2 ready for
 presentation
 Action feedback in readiness for hand-in		  1.1 to 1.5
 2.1 to 2.6
 3.1 to 3.7
 4.1 to 4.5
 5.1 to 5.6
   15    Present major project board
 Hand-in TASKS 1 Colour & TASK 2 Colour & Lighting
 
   16    Review Assessment - deliver Feedback rubric & where  necessary direct Resubmission  

This course is delivered and assessed in conjunction with LMFID4008A (ARCH5217C) Assess interior light & recommend
light fittings
A creative process which focuses on the skills and knowledge required to participate in teamwork across a range of business and
community activities.
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material outlined in the Weekly Schedule, the weekly order is subject to change
depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None


References


Other Resources

Library colour resources
AV presentations
Materials resource room

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in thiscourse through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software.
You will also have access of the library resources.
You are advised to look at the course myRMIT site for ongoing updated information


Overview of Assessment

 • Effectively research, analyse and apply colours to provide the client with cost effective options which meet the project brief requirements for a minimum of two projects
• Visually present colour schemes to illustrate how ideas meet overall project requirements
• Effectively apply design elements and principles to researching, analysing and applying colours
• Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for researching, analysing and applying colours
• Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area
 


Assessment Tasks

ARCH 5206C Research,analyse and apply colour for interior spaces is a clustered unit and delivered with ARCH 5217C Assess interior light and recommend light fittings
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include:
EXAMPLES
- Practical tasks and a major project board
- direct observation including exploration of and experimentation with techniques
- written and/or oral questioning and discussion to assess knowledge and understanding
- completion of a process journal including personal reflection and feedback
- direct questioning combined with review of process journal

Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.

TASK 1 - Colour Process Journal with progressive presentation of prescribed exercises
Exercises that cover Foundation colour blogs and the more sophisticated approach to colour required by decorators

TASK 2 - Major Project - Client Presentation Board
Application of colour theories experienced through colour exercises to an interior scenario
 
You are advised to look at the course at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information.

The University Library has extensive resources for Interior Design and Decoration students. The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies
(http://rmit.libguides.com/interiordecoration )

The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian (http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing )

This course is delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment (see list below), but also utilises graded assessment

CHD: Competent with High Distinction (4 GPA)
CDI:   Competent with Distinction (3 GPA)
CC:    Competent with Credit (2 GPA)
CAG: Competency Achieved – Graded (1 GPA)
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 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 to be successful in this course.
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:
Pick the following link to access the Student feedback webpage
(http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse/Staff%2FWorkplace%20essentials%2FStudent,%20program%20and%20course%20administration%2F;ID=km6d4uzduuom;STATUS=A )

Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Pick the following link to access the Student progress policy webpage
(http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=vj2g89cve4uj1 )

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.
Pick the following link for Cover sheet for submission of works
(http://mams.rmit.edu.au/s1llva641yxuz.pdf )

Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
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
(http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=g43abm17hc9w )
Further links - Application for extension of time
(http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf )

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity.
Pick the following link for more information Academic Integrity
(http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kw02ylsd8z3n)

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