Modernism and visual challenge 3A (6 points)
(A&D)
Leader: No current information available
Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2005 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: On successful completion of this unit, student will: 1.be able to identify the basic tenets of the major movements in art and design in the first half of the 20th century; 2.have an awareness of the major bodies of thought shaping the Western world during this period. have an awareness of the major bodies of thought shaping the Western world during this period and an understanding of how these ideas may continue to influence their own practice; 3.possess refined analytical and research skills enabling them to determine points of connection and divergence between the products of artists and designers; 4.be able to identify the cultural and historical circumstances in which these products have been produced; 5.identify and understand the developments specific to the refinement of Visual Communication practices during this period; 6.have developed the skills to articulate verbally and in writing a critical analysis of visual images; 7.perceive the critical link between theory and practice (practice both as studio and the praxis of art writing).
Assessment: Short essay (1600 words) 40% + Long essay (2800 words) including class presentation 55% + Reader discussion 5%
Contact Hours: One lecture, one tutorial and one seminar hour per week
Prerequisites: A second year sequence in TAD units for faculty course students or permission for all other students.
Prohibitions: TAD2101, TAD2111, TAD3111
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