Undergraduate - UnitTAD2214 - Critical issues in design

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6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

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Level	Undergraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Organisational Unit	Department of Design
Offered	Caulfield First semester 2014 (Day) Caulfield Second semester 2014 (Day)
Coordinator(s)	Mr Dion Tuckwell

Synopsis

This unit investigates the visual and theoretical languages of design in relation to a number of key critical issues. It focuses on issues including the engagement of works of design with society, consumerism, gender, politics, and the environment. The role of the designer in responding to aesthetic and social challenges is also considered. Students will continue to develop a range of approaches to understanding works of design and related issues while also refining the broader critical and analytical skills necessary to their disciplines.

The Semester 1 program covers material suited to Industrial Design and Interior Architecture, and the Semester 2 program focuses on Visual Communication and Multimedia.

Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will:

recognise key works of design and their relationship to critical issues
demonstrate an understanding of the influence and impact of physical, social and cultural concerns on the role of the designer and the design product
demonstrate critical and analytical skills in the interpretation and appreciation of works of design
articulate evaluative responses as to the significance of ideological and cultural forces on the work of design
appreciate and critique multiple perspectives for the interpretation of design
understand and be able to apply the rules of occupational health and safety appropriate to the unit of study

Assessment

Written assignments and a class presentation: 75%, Visual test: 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Ms Anna Daly

Workload requirements

12 hours including; 1 hour lecture, 2 hour seminar plus 9 hours of independent study

Prerequisites

TAD1101 or TAD1203