Evolution of Design (11610.1)

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Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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 UC - TAFE Queensland, South Bank
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Arts And Design
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
School Of Design And The Built Environment Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
The unit will explore historical and contemporary roles of design in society. Analysis and discussion of design products (including graphics, objects, environments and digital outcomes) can aid in the understanding of trends that have evolved over time. This unit, through critical analysis of the history of design, will provide an understanding of human-centred design as a creative approach to problem solving.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Understand the history of design through the ages;
2. Interpret and evaluate various designs by diverse designers; and
3. Critique the roles and functions of design in its relationship with culture


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

9483 Design History

Assumed knowledge

None.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2022 UC - TAFE Queensland, South Bank Semester 2 01 August 2022 On-Campus Mrs Ola Pak
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit timetable.

Required texts

Adams, S. (2016, 12 13). Graphic Design History: The Bauhaus Movement. Retrieved from Lynda.com: https://www.lynda.com/Graphic-Design-tutorials/Foundations-Graphic-Design-History-Bauhaus-Movement/502105-2.html?org=rlq

Archive for Research in Archetypal Symbolism. (2015). The Book of Symbols: Reflections on Symbols and Symbolic Imagery. TASCHEN.

Droste, M. (2015). Bauhaus, 1919-1933. Berlin: Taschen.

Heskett, J. (2005). Design: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Jung, C. G. (1999). Man & His Symbols. NEW YORK: Dell Doubleday.

Klein, N. (2001). No Logo: Taking Aim at the Brand Bullies. London, New York and Toronto: Harper Perennial.

Meggs, P., & Purvis, A. (2016). Meggs' history of graphic design (Vol. 6th Edition). Hoboken, New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Norman, D. (2013). The Design of Everyday Things: Revised and Expanded Edition. Basic Books.

Papanek, V. (1985). Design for the Real World: Human Ecology and Social Change. Chicago: Academy Chicago Publishers.

Raizman, D. (2010). History of Modern Design (2nd Edition). Pearson Prentice Hall.

The Economist; London. (2001, 9 8). Leaders: The case for brands - Pro Logo; Brands. The Economist Intelligence Unit N.A., Incorporated, p. 11.

Yelavich, S., & Adams, B. (1917). Design as Future-Making. London: Bloomsbury Visual Arts.

Participation requirements

Active participation is highly advisable to get the full benefit of the unit.

Students who attend campus for class or other purposes must play their part in keeping our campus and community safe by following these basic guidelines to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission:
• Practise good hand hygiene, washing hands regularly;
• If you do happen to cough or sneeze, please do so into the crook of your elbow, dispose of tissues immediately and wash hands immediately
• Practise effective physical distancing;
• Follow all directions of teaching and other UC staff regarding safety measures;
• Stay off campus if you are unwell and get tested according to QLD Government guidelines, and 
• Follow University communications about campus arrangements 

Required IT skills

Basic Computer Knowledge

Work placement, internships or practicums

N/A

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