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PPR3103

Faculty of Art and Design

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Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelUndergraduate
FacultyFaculty of Art and Design
OfferedCaulfield First semester 2011 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Robyn Robins

Synopsis

This unit will clarify the professional obligations required of graphic and multimedia designers. It will also outline the basic business activity requirements of practitioners in these areas. The unit will include project management processes from small singular undertakings to large cross disciplinary projects; professional writing skills relevant to the discipline areas; OHSE obligations and workplace safety, and sound business practice. Students will also be introduced to the professional bodies that can assist with future business activities.

Objectives

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:

  1. comprehend the business practice associated with graphic design and multimedia professions;
  2. confidently manage design projects from start to finish;
  3. write professional and articulate business plans, proposals and grant applications;
  4. understand and act upon OHSE obligations of their profession.

Assessment

2 independent projects: 40%; OHSE assessment: 10%; Group project: 50%

Chief examiner(s)

Gene Bawden

Contact hours

12 hours per week including, 4 taught hours and 8 study hours weekly

Prerequisites

VCO2004 or MMD2704 or MMD2304

Prohibitions

PPR2110, VCO3109