Course Title: Create observational drawings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: VART6501C
Course Title: Create observational drawings
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
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Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5414 - Diploma of Visual Arts
Course Contact: Joel Rainford
Course Contact Phone: +61399258193
Course Contact Email: joel.rainford@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Harry Hay
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 course you will develop skills and knowledge required to research and explore selected drawing materials and processes and integrate their use into creative practice.
This course relates to drawing as an art form where you will explore a diverse range of drawing materials, process and techniques. Drawing is a means of creative expression and this course allows you to use drawing as a means of discovery.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAACD532 Create observational drawings |
Element: |
1. Develop and refine observational drawing technique |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Investigate specific techniques and considerations for observational drawing 1.2 Explore ways to achieve perspective in drawings 1.3 Experiment with use of lines and edges 1.4 Examine ways to recognise and accurately represent space 1.5 Observe and depict light and shade using different techniques 1.6 Identify problems in own drawing technique and explore ways to resolve them |
Element: |
2. Explore media and tools for observational drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Determine how different media and tools can create different effects in drawings 2.2 Select and use applicable media to achieve the desired outcome |
Element: |
3. Produce finished observational drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Select subjects for observational drawing projects based on needs of own work 3.2 Create finished drawings that show command of observational drawing techniques and applicable selection of media 3.3 Evaluate own observational drawing in terms of key objectives |
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.
Details of Learning Activities
In session activities will include:
• Group discussion
• Library research
• Independent project based work
• Teacher directed group activities/projects
• Class exercises to review discussions/lectures
• ‘Workshopping’ of student projects
Out of session activities will include:
Independent research activity
Group sketching
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
*Drawing exercises may be be scheduled on different weeks depending on material availability.
Week |
Topics & Activities | Assessment Due |
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1 |
Orientation to program Introduction to course, materials and kit list. Explanation of assessments - Tutorial, folio of drawings, Three Views drawing. Short Warm up drawing exercise - continuous line |
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2 |
Exercise 2: Line and shape Safe handling of drawing materials worksheet - cutting paper demonstration. |
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3 |
Exercise 3: Composition |
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4 |
Exercise 4: Form |
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5 |
Exercise 5: Structure |
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6 |
Exercise 6: Line and form – Hatching/cross hatching |
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| 7 |
Exercise 7: Pattern, texture and surface Table drawing Subject matter- fabric patterns, metal aluminium objects, highly textured fabrics. Media - Pen, pencil, wash. Peer drawing review Brief Introduction to - Assessment task 1 -Project 1: Outdoor and indoor sketching - perspective (holiday homework) |
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Break |
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| 8 |
Exercise 8: Colour and transparency |
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| 9 |
Project 1: Outdoor and indoor sketching - perspective |
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| 10 |
Project 2: Watercolour packaging |
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11 |
Project 2: Watercolour packaging Compile 5 of 8 Exercises and 2 projects into a Folio and complete the Submission Cover List. |
Submit Assessment Task 1 |
12 |
Assessment 2: (Project 3) Multi viewpoints drawing. Introduction, discussion and presentation of examples. Skills development exercises, planning and production of model. |
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13 |
Assessment 2: (Project 3) Multi viewpoints drawing. Skills development exercises, drawing consultation, tutoring, feedback and sketching of model |
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14 |
Assessment 2: (Project 3) Multi viewpoints drawing. Skills development exercises, drawing consultation, tutoring, feedback and colour and media trials of model | |
15 |
Assessment 2: (Project 3) Multi viewpoints drawing. Tutoring, feedback and painting and completion. | |
16 |
Assessment 2: (Project 3) Multi viewpoints drawing. Tutoring, feedback and painting and completion. |
Submit Assessment Task 2 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
See Canvas.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected 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.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
CES: Student Engagement Ceased
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in 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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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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