DESN4620

Natural History Illustration Honours C

20 Units 4000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2

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

Implement preliminary development from the course DESN4600 into production of artworks based on the initial proposal.

Uses and extends practical skills acquired in previous courses to develop a self-directed research project including the production of visual material in related studio practice.

Objectives The main objectives of this course are for students to:
1. develop a commitment to effective, comprehensive and well-founded knowledge, skills and ethical standards appropriate to the field of Natural History Illustration;
2. encourage effective decision-making and problem solving;
3. work autonomously and collaboratively by fostering professional and community links;
4. utilize planning skills for successful project outcomes;
5. extend multidisciplinary skills and experience.
Content Topics will be selected from:
1. Application of field methodology to self directed project.
2. Selection and utilization of appropriate studio methodology to self directed project.
3. Critical review and relevance of project to contemporary Natural History Illustration.
4. Visits to related professional organizations.
5. Field excursion.
Replacing Course(s) N/A
Transition N/A
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge DESN4600 and DESN4610
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Field Study
Lecture
Individual Supervision
Laboratory
Self Directed Learning
Student Projects
Studio
Assessment Items
Journal
Presentations - Individual Seminar.
Projects
Contact Hours Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Studio: 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 DESN4620