Design Processes and Principles B

This subject is not offered in 2013.

120 hours per semester

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

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This subject builds upon the skills and knowledge covered in Design Processes and Principles A to further develop students’ ability to understand and drive the design process. Studio-based classes and theoretical design projects will cover visual storytelling, costume design, research for period detail, design for character and designing non-naturalistic environments.

On completion of this subject students should be able to
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the design process
• Perform research in an effective and organised manner to inform designing a particular period for screen
• Understand and apply design processes and principles to develop full designs for screen-based media
• Develop well considered designs for non-naturalistic settings

Design project 1 (equivalent to 2000 words)
Incorporating: Written rationale of designs, documentation of designs (including scale models, concept sketches, etc.)
Mid Semester 40%

Design Project 2 (equivalent to 3000 words)
Incorporating: Written rationale of designs, documentation of designs (including scale models, concept sketches, etc.)
End of semester 60%

Hurdle Requirement 80% attendance

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

On completion of the subject students should have developed
• The ability to be organised and methodical in their approach to developing full designs
• The ability to apply theory in practice
• The ability to generate creative ideas and concepts
• The ability to accept and respond to constructive feedback
• The ability to creatively solve problems