Design Contextualisation 1 (11599.1)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
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View teaching periods | On-Campus |
Mount Gravatt, QLD |
EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Arts And Design |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
School Of Arts And Communications | Level 2 - Undergraduate Intermediate Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Design Contextualisation 1 unit introduces students to the broader aspects of the industry through the study of fashion business and designing for specific markets. Students will understand how the industry operates commercially at an international level, and how regional market demands are fulfilled. Students explore through design development areas related to market trends and global distribution channels. Students will have the opportunity to engage within an industrial context through forward thinking creative responses to the project brief.
1. Propose solutions using the design process in response to a fashion design brief;
2. The ability to perform market analysis to identify a target market and conduct feasibility research;
3. Debate ideas and designs with regards to commercial viability; and
4. Identify materials and finishes that are relevant to design, and select machinery and equipment appropriate to specific fabrics, garment types and their end use.
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Propose solutions using the design process in response to a fashion design brief;
2. The ability to perform market analysis to identify a target market and conduct feasibility research;
3. Debate ideas and designs with regards to commercial viability; and
4. Identify materials and finishes that are relevant to design, and select machinery and equipment appropriate to specific fabrics, garment types and their end use.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
Skills development
Design Contextualisation 1 unit introduces students to the broader aspects of the fashion industry through the study of design for specific markets. Students will understand how the industry operates commercially at an international level, and how regional market demands are fulfilled. Students explore through design development areas related to market trends and global distribution channels. Students will have the opportunity to engage within an industrial context through forward-thinking creative responses to the project brief.
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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2023 | Mount Gravatt, QLD | Semester 1 | 06 February 2023 | On-Campus | Mr Ehud Joseph |
2024 | Mount Gravatt, QLD | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | On-Campus | Mr Ehud Joseph |
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Required texts
A list of readings will be provided via Canvas and in class.
Participation requirements
Internal on-campus
Required IT skills
Word processing and CAD programmes
Work placement, internships or practicums
NA