Hobart, Launceston
Introduction
In this unit, you will be introduced to historical influences on the development of contemporary design practices. You will examine the key features of art history in the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th century periods, as well as specific design movements, such as the Arts and Crafts Movement, Art Nouveau, Modernism, Futurism, Art Deco, Bauhaus, Surrealism, Pop Art, Minimalism & Post-modernism. You will learn to develop informed responses to the main ideas and motivations behind these eras and movements. You will also consider overarching themes such as sustainability, and the changing roles of technology, manufacturing and the artisan.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Design History |
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| Unit code | ZAD222 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | University College |
| Discipline | STEAM |
| Coordinator | Anne-Marie Willis |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Identify historical influences on contemporary design practice
- Evaluate the main ideas, motivations and social context of historic design movements
- Apply historic influences and ideas to solve contemporary problems
- Reflect on importance of historic reference in contemporary design practice
Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 hour studio per week. |
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| Assessment | AT1: Retro Designs (30%) AT2: Iconic Design (30%) AT3: Our Lives are Designed by Designed Things (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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