vpa1mwa va media workshop a
VISUAL ARTS MEDIA WORKSHOP A
VPA1MWA
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In Visual Arts Media Workshop A, Ceramics the development of the student's understanding of three-dimensional form, generating an individual response to clay as a creative medium. Through set projects the student is expected to become proficient in the fundamentals of fabrication techniques; research and experiment with a range of decorative techniques and; achieve a sound working knowledge in the use of low firing processes. Lectures and practical demonstration are accompanied by fully supervised studio instruction. Assessment is based on two practical projects, the presentation of a Studio Research Journal, which includes a written assignment.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJulia McCormick
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate the foundations required to successfully manage assigned work in your specific visual arts discipline.
- Activities:
- Produce work for reviews and assessment dates through management of assigned work.
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02. Develop a folio of artwork/design work using a range of studio techniques within your chosen discipline
- Activities:
- Produce an art or design journal demonstrating the range of exploration and experimentation within your chosen media
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03. Develop an understanding for another art practitioner#s use of materials or technologies through reviewing exhibitions in art galleries or other forms of publications.
- Activities:
- Small peer groups to discuss reviews along with selected readings
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04. Develop and demonstrate an understanding of visual expression within a specific visual arts or design medium
- Activities:
- Develop a range of studio skills used within contemporary art or design practice that explore the set assignments within their choosen discipline.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Identify appropriate skills and apply to your discipline
- Activities:
- Use the discipline skills to explore a specific medium to produce a folio of artworks
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06. Interpret, communicate about artworks, design, concepts, materials and technologies used in specific visual arts or design discipline
- Activities:
- Use oral skills to present a critical review of your studio practice.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Speaking)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2016, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulia McCormick
Class requirements
Lecture
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShop
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x student projects (1500 word equivalent) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 | |
| 1 x student projects (1500 word equivalent) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 | |
| Workshop Research Journal/Visual Diary, including a written assignment (1000 words equivalent) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |