VIS 1000 Option Foundation

STAFFING:

SYNOPSIS:

This course is concerned with building a practical foundation in three studio disciplines to be chosen from the two-dimensional areas of Drawing, Painting and Printmaking, and the three-dimensional areas of Ceramics, Sculpture and Textiles. By exploring a variety of methods and materials students will be encouraged to develop their observational, technical and conceptual skills. Studio practice will be reinforced by history/theory lectures/content analysing the work of established professionals and supplemented with project work enabling concepts to be better expressed in visual terms. Progressive individual critiques will be held by 2D staff and by 3D staff at designated times.

OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1. demonstrate an understanding of materials and how to manipulate them through practice and experimentation in each of the two- and three- dimensional areas chosen;
2. demonstrate an ability to apply principles of design to their two- and three-dimensional work;
3. develop perceptual and conceptual skills;
4. demonstrate a growing appreciation of the nexus between theory and practice;
5. demonstrate a growing understanding of contemporary Australian practice;
6. demonstrate skills in the correct, safe handling of materials and processes in each studio discipline;
7. demonstrate the responsible attitude and work habits necessary for continuing studio practice;
8. take responsibility for studio space including cleaning of work areas and respect for equipment.

TOPICS:

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

To be advised by the lecturer in each area.

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   It is the student's responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit Dissertations/Projects after the due date without prior approval or documented medical circumstances, then a fail grade will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of a passing grade, students must meet the requirements of designated examiners.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   There is no exam for this course.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Given the details under (6) above, there are no deferred exams for this course. However, if any deferred/makeup work is granted, it would have to be submitted by a date set by the examiner.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. There will be a studio critique to review student's work-in-progress at mid semester.
2. Students will be expected to satisfactorily complete all studio requirements in order to pass the course.
3. Students will be assessed by a panel of Visual Arts staff who will provide written feedback.
4. Grades are assigned in accord with Faculty policy.
5. The sequential nature of studio work coupled with Workplace Health & Safety considerations make it essential that students attend classes in order to fulfil course objectives in a systematic, safe and professional manner. Students who miss more than two workshops in any area may be putting themselves and others at risk and will be asked to provide appropriate medical or relevant certification.