In Gold & Silversmithing Design 3, a project-oriented program extends student technical, material and conceptual skills. This may include the introduction into the use of engineering equipment. This course delivers an approach to design as a systematic development to a given or self-initiated problem, the course is not focused on design for industry but design as a process of conceptual development. Students devise individual responses to set themes to develop their ability to apply techniques appropriate to particular concepts. A program of studio theory is undertaken to examine the historical and contemporary contexts of gold and silversmithing. Occupational health and safety instruction is an integral part of this course.

By the end of this course you should be able to

1. show an increased level of skill with use of materials, equipment and tools relevant to design in this discipline.
2. plan and manage design projects, independently or collaboratively
3. exploit the characteristics of materials and processes in an individual way
4. demonstrate critical awareness of design issues
5. comply with OH & S requirements and procedures

Portfolio of studio work (80%) [LO’s 1 – 5]

Journal/Documentation/Studio Theory presentation (20%). [LO’s 2, 4, 5]

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.

ARTV1032 Foundation Computer Studies, DESA1020 Figure and Life, DESA1021 Precise Drawing/Model making, DESA1022 Vision and Perception, and either ARTV1402 Gold & Silversmithing 2 or DESA1002

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