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DAAE2005: Designing with Colour

Semester 1, 2021 [Online] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

All design decisions involve decisions about colour within the fields of architecture, applied design and art. This online unit presents knowledge about colour theory as well as research-based information about colour and associated topics that can be used in design. Information and knowledge about colour can vary in quality and reliability, which is demonstrated. Students apply their skills and knowledge about colour theory and colour design in the assignments of this unit. This unit covers the processes of colour vision and other aspects of visual perception. It also explores colour application from the Pre-history period, as well as selected colour theories of the Renaissance period through to the 21st Century. Common colour-related constructs and the application of these in art, architecture and design are discussed. In completing the assessment tasks, students must demonstrate understanding of the knowledge presented in learning modules of the unit and critically analyse and apply knowledge related to colour design and application. Due to the high volume of interest in this course, all questions and enquiries will be answered in online discussion forums on Canvas, instead of in face-to-face consultation. No early results are available for this unit. No extensions will be granted because of failed internet access.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Architectural and Design Science
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Koji Ryui, koji.ryui@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s) Joelene Elliott, joelene.elliott@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment Analysis of a Colour Application
Essay
40% Week 06
Due date: 09 Apr 2021 at 23:59
750 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Assignment Critical analysis
Essay
60% Week 13
Due date: 04 Jun 2021 at 23:59
1000 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assignment 1: Analysis of a Colour Application

750 words / Case study

This assignment enables students to apply the knowledge acquired from course modules (1 to 5) as well as an opportunity to explore and familiarise themselves with reference material. For this assignment, students are required to visit the interior of a publicspace and explore its relevance to topics such as colour theory, cultural associations of colour and colour notation. Students should support their response to the colour application through relevant texts, media and comparative real-world examples.

Assignment 2:  Critical analysis

1000 words / Report

This assignment enables students to respond directly to knowledge acquired from course modules (6 to 11) as well as utilise personal research and ideas. This assignment presents students with the opportunity to thoroughly and critically consider the relevanceof colour design in professional practice.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

Work of outstanding quality, demonstrating mastery of the learning outcomes assessed. The work shows significant innovation, experimentation, critical analysis, synthesis, insight, creativity, and/or exceptional skill.

Distinction

75 - 84

Work of excellent quality, demonstrating a sound grasp of the learning outcomes assessed. The work shows innovation, experimentation, critical analysis, synthesis, insight, creativity, and/or superior skill.

Credit

65 - 74

Work of good quality, demonstrating more than satisfactory achievement of the learning outcomes assessed, or work of excellent quality for a majority of the learning outcomes assessed.

Pass

50 - 64

Work demonstrating satisfactory achievement of the learning outcomes assessed.

Fail

0 - 49

Work that does not demonstrate satisfactory achievement of one or more of the learning outcomes assessed.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Evaluating information and colour notation Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 02 Cultural and symbolic associations and categories of colour Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 Examining attributes, colour forecasting and prehistory Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 Middle ages and renaissance Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 05 Colour and the human response 1 Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 06 Assignment work Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 07 Colour and the human response 2 Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 08 Colour theories models and constructs 1 Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 09 Colour theories models and constructs 2 Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 10 Colour theories models and constructs 3 Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 11 Colour application and techniques 1 Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 12 Colour application and techniques 2 Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 13 Assignment work Individual study (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Please refer to Canvas.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. use information effectively in a range of contexts and create new knowledge and understanding through writing and literacy skills, and the process of research and inquiry
  • LO2. engage with, draw upon and apply extensive knowledge and skills effectively, efficiently and professionally across a range of contexts
  • LO3. critically and creatively solve problems using diverse skills and knowledge in a range of contexts
  • LO4. critically and contextually draw upon an extensive body of historical theoretical and social knowledge when thinking through ideas and issues.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Delivery has been updated

The unit may be adjusted for each session. Please refer to information and materials provided on Canvas for any changes and updates. 

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