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the student in the final semester of the course of study. It is
to be a full revision and will, therefore, require application
of principles and practices studied in all other modules of
the course.
505001 Photography 3
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Obiectives and content
Further develops skills in art direction; examines
alternative photographic processes: relates photography to
publications.
505003 3D Graphics l
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Obiectives and content
Applies three dimensional design principles to the
development and production of graphic design solutions;
emphasises pure design in the production of graphic
objects.
505005 Graphic Design 2
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Objectives and content
Introduces the design process in relation to graphic design
practice emphasising a creative and investigative approach
to problem solving; explores through project work, key
elements of the form of graphic design including
applications (label, tags, point of sale, etc.) layout,
typography, symbols and signs.
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Introduces the study of contemporary art and design to
enable students to identify a context and reference for
current graphic and product design practice.
505008 Critical Studies 2
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Obiedives and content
Develops an understanding of the key issues of media
(photography, mass media; television, newspapers, related
aspects of cinema); enables the student to develop skills in
critical analysis and discussion.
505009 Electronic Design 1
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Obiedives and content
Introduces the use of the computer and appropriate graphic
software as an aid to design; trains students in the use of
selected software related to graphic design.
50501 2 Type, Design and Layout 3
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Objectives and content
Applies principles of typography, design and layout to
develop typographic design solutions; develops an original
typeface design in relation to a given brief.
5050 14 Communication Skills
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Objectives and content
Develops effective skills and strategies towrite simple
workplace documents and develop the ability to use
communication skills to negociate an agreed outcome.
50501 6 3D Graphics 2
6 hours per week for 16 weeks Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Objectives and content
Combines a knowledge of the design elements and 3D
construction methods with the development of
dimensional graphic design solutions; considers problems
related to creating models for an direction, packaging and
point of sale requirements.
50501 8 Graphic Design 3
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Obiectives and content
Applies the graphic design process to specific graphic
design problems including packaging, typography, symbol
design, labels and other related graphic forms; applies
finished art and pre-press skills in the production of
artwork when required.
505020 Design Survey
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
Objedives and content
Identifies and investigates the environment, structures and
practices of the graphic design industries; introduces a
number of design practitioners with specialist skills and
knowledge.
50502 1 Industry and Workplace Studies
Prahran
A subject in the Diploma of Arts: Design.
~biedives and content
Provides students with experience in applying acquired
skills and knowledge to a related workplace situation;
experience the constraints and expectations of the
workplace environment; gain industry experience prior to
application for employment; provides an overview of
occupational health and safety practices and principles as it
relates to the workplace.