Glass Design 5 allows students to focus on areas of practice that extend their own design interests. Technical demonstrations, hands on classes and individual tutorials are the main teaching method. The syllabus includes self-directed projects that allow the development of a body of individual design research.  This will include concentration on clear design planning through briefs, concept articulation, and resolution of completed works via prototyping processes. Studio theory is delivered in lecture and discussion format, focusing on contemporary themes relevant to the designer/maker. Group discussion and critique sessions further extend the awareness of the area of design and students show works and specific contextual material to staff and students. Occupational health and safety instruction is integrated thought the syllabus. 

By the end of this course you should be able to

1. plan and execute a design-based project
2. demonstrate a high level of skill in the application of new technologies and practical processes
3. effectively interpret, communicate and present ideas suited to the project through integration of concepts and processes
4. demonstrate expanded awareness of historical and theoretical contexts for art and design practice
5. consider their own work in relation to broader cultural contexts
6. show familiarity with research methodologies
7. comply with OH&S requirements and procedures.

Portfolio of studio work (80%) [LO’s 1 – 7]

Journal/Documentation/Studio Theory presentation (20%). [LO’s 2 - 7]

Assessment includes periodic critique and review sessions that provide ongoing feedback on work in progress.

12 hours per week lectures, tutorials, critiques and supervised studio practice and 6 hours per week independent studio practice.

DESA2304 Glass Design 4

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