UnitLevel 1Undergraduate

CDS1001 Communication design studio 1

Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture

CDS1001 Communication design studio 1 is a level 1, 12-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture. It isn't offered in 2020. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 8 units, leading on to 12 units in all.

Credit points
12
Offered in 2020
Not offered

The 2027 handbook has no page for CDS1001. This is its 2020 entry, the latest one.

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Requisites

Overview

This unit explores the multi-disciplinary nature of communication design by introducing and applying the basic elements and principles of two and three-dimensional design. You will develop a repertoire of knowledge through the exploration of creative problem solving methodologies and manipulation of design elements. Communication design is presented as a creative, analytical and synthesising process with social, cultural and artistic implications. Set projects encourage experimentation and skill development with materials and technology via drawing, image making and various digital imaging software options.

Offerings in 2020

The 2020 handbook lists no offerings for CDS1001.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Identify and apply the basic elements and principles of two and three dimensional design;

  2. 2

    Recognise the historical and aesthetic parallels between design and art;

  3. 3

    Demonstrate drawing skills and the use of creative drawing practice as a means of visual thinking;

  4. 4

    Understand and apply basic colour theories;

  5. 5

    Express ideas and concepts through introductory-level image making, typography and digital imaging;

  6. 6

    Construct design solutions using introductory-level digital production processes;

  7. 7

    Understand and apply the occupational health and safety requirements of this unit.

Workload and teaching

24 hours per week including 8 contact hours plus 16 hours of independent study.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Mr Cameron Rose
Chief Examiners
Mr Cameron Rose

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for CDS1001?

None, but you must take OHS1000 before or alongside it.

What can I take after CDS1001?

CDS1001 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 8 units, including CDS1002, CDS1511, CDS2001, CDS2002, CDS2512 and CDS2524. Those lead on to 12 units in all.

When is CDS1001 offered?

CDS1001 has no offerings listed in the 2020 handbook.

More details

Credit points
12
Level
1
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Organisational unit
Department of Design
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.250
Student contribution
SCA Band 1
Study abroad
Not available
Handbook years
2020