Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: GRAP6355C
Course Title: Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5381 - Diploma of Visual Merchandising
Course Contact: Sam Falanga
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254670
Course Contact Email: samuel.falanga@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
tim mccarthy
email: tim.mccarthy@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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 unit you will develop the skills and knowledge required to explore and creatively apply the design process to the development of two-dimensional (2D) forms.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBDES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms |
Element: |
1 Source information on 2D design |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on 2D design |
Element: |
2 Explore the creative design process for 2D forms |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Use creative thinking techniques to generate a range of ideas and options |
Element: |
3 Communicate concepts or ideas through application of design processes to 2D forms |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Investigate and reflect on how a particular concept or idea might be communicated in 2D |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a studio 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
review and revision
peer learning
teacher directed group activities/projects
‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of class activities will include:
independent project based work
online tutorials and activities
independent research
studio practice
review and revision
Teaching Schedule
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.
Week |
Focus & Activities |
1 |
Welcome & introduction to course content. Illustrator Bootcamp |
2 |
Vinyl Refresher. Create vector art for vinyl cutting |
3 |
Exercise 1: Display Concepts with Adobe Photoshop Create pixel based montages to mockup realistic design concepts |
4 |
Continued |
5 |
Exercise 2: 3D Store Design Mockup with SketchUp Create realistic mockups of design concepts in 3D to output a range of 2D views |
6 |
Continued |
7 |
Exercise 3: Edit Digital Images With Photoshop Tonal and colour adjustment. Retouching. Understanding resolution |
8 |
Intro to Major Assignment: Industry Portfolio, Print & Online View and Discuss folio example Works to include in folio |
9 |
Major Assignment 2: Industry Portfolio Online, Print & Online Introduction to brief. View folio samples. Research discussion |
10 |
Exercise 4: Folio Mockup Produce draft layout including page titles, descriptions and images. |
11 |
Designing with Adobe Photoshop |
12 |
Folio continued - Build online site with Wix editor |
13 |
Folio continued |
14 |
Folio - Final checks and print output |
15 |
Folio Reviews |
16 |
Folio Reviews |
|
Major Assignment 2: Industry Portfolio Online, Print & Online due 15 Nov |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course.
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.
Further resources for the course will be published to https://digitalvm.wordpress.com
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Visual Merchandising library guide
http://rmit.libguides.com/visualmerchandising
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills.
Assessment tasks include projects and digital assignments.
The RMIT assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as a student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
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
MAJOR ASSIGNMENT 1: Industry Portfolio - PRINT - Due Week 16
MAJOR ASSIGNMENT 2: Industry Portfolio - ONLINE - Due Week 16
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
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.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/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.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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