DESN4610

Natural History Illustration Honours B

20 Units 4000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Provides students with theoretical knowledge and skills necessary to undertake a Natural History Illustration research project. This is developed through interactive dialogue, discussion of historical links, specialist lectures, studio and fieldwork. Students acquire research methodology through lectures, presentation of seminars and student projects.

Objectives The main objectives of this course are for students to:
1. acquire research skills and carry out research activities related to Natural History Illustration;
2. recognise social, cultural, physical and intellectual diversity including the history and diversity of indigenous peoples;
3. think logically, laterally, critically and creatively; analyse and synthesize;
4. develop logical argument;
5. gain experience in project planning and seminar presentation.
Content 1. Visual and oral presentation skills.
2. Research methodology.
3. Analytical and critical evaluation of visual and written material.
4. Literature search.
5. Peer review.
Replacing Course(s) N/A
Transition N/A
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Degree in Bachelor of Natural History Illustration, Fine Art, Visual Communication Design or related Science with Credit level average or above.
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Self Directed Learning
Seminar
Student Projects
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Presentations - Individual
Contact Hours Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Seminar: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Self Directed Learning: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Compulsory Components
Requisite by Enrolment This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Natural History Illustration (Honours) program.
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for DESN4610