In Gold & Silversmithing Design 4, a project-oriented program extends student technical, material and conceptual skills. 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 two set themes to develop their ability to apply techniques appropriate to particular concepts. In addition an individual work proposal is developed, applying critical thinking and innovation to a broad range of materials, techniques and concepts. Students will be introduced to digitally-controlled manufacturing processes. 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. demonstrate an increased level of skill with use of materials, processes, equipment and tools
2. plan and manage design projects, independently or collaboratively
3. interpret, communicate and present ideas suited to the project through their individual design solutions through integration of concepts and processes
4. demonstrate awareness of historical and theoretical contexts for design practice
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 in excess of 6 hours per week independent studio practice.

DESA2403 Gold & Silversmithing Design 3 or DESA2002 Major 3

Incompatible with DESA3001 Major 4

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