units

VCO2003

Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture

18 September 2017 20 April 2024
Monash University

Undergraduate - Unit

This unit entry is for students who completed this unit in 2015 only. For students planning to study the unit, please refer to the unit indexes in the the current edition of the Handbook. If you have any queries contact the managing faculty for your course or area of study.

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6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelUndergraduate
FacultyFaculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Organisational UnitDepartment of Design
OfferedCaulfield First semester 2015 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Mr Ned Culic

Synopsis

This unit deals with design methodology, concept development and resolution of problems in two and three-dimensional design. Projects provide opportunities for students to develop and understand the context that informs their work. Students consider the relationship between form and communication. Design issues, critical theory and history are explored in relation to assigned projects. During this time students will explore and experiment with design techniques and processes relevant to current assignments.

Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will:

  1. execute work addressing both practical and conceptual briefs with confidence in their own competence
  2. evaluate design problems and approach them perceptively and appropriately
  3. demonstrate an ability to develop concepts and resolve problems in both two and three-dimensional design
  4. demonstrate an understanding of the context that informs their work
  5. demonstrate competence in the use of materials and design tools to obtain a high standard of finish and presentation
  6. express an informed personal vision through experimentation and critical inquiry
  7. understand and be able to apply the rules of occupational health and safety appropriate to the unit of study.

Assessment

Major projects: 80%. Minor projects: 20%

Workload requirements

12 hours per week, including; 4 studio hours and 8 independent study hours per week

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Chief examiner(s)

Mr Ned Culic

Prerequisites

VCO1104

Co-requisites

OHS1000

Prohibitions

VCO2103