DGN2004 Interdisciplinary design studio 4
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
DGN2004 Interdisciplinary design studio 4 is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2021 in Semester 2 at Caulfield. It needs DGN2003 and unlocks 1 unit, leading on to 2 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 2
- Caulfield
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2022 entry.
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Requisites
Before DGN2004
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After DGN2004
1 unit list DGN2004 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: Or permission required
Prohibition: DGN2104
Overview
This unit further develops design research, investigation, concept development, communication, presentation and practice capabilities achieved in DGN2003 Interdisciplinary design studio 3. It focuses on expanding the details of user, technical and construction requirements. In addition, the social context of design is extensively considered, including cultural and ethical expectations. Projects will be set in a variety of contexts. A critical view toward designing is fostered throughout.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate a high level of practical design research, design process and design communication;
- 2
Demonstrate a practical understanding of user, technical and construction factors;
- 3
Demonstrate an awareness of social, cultural, environmental and gender issues;
- 4
Produce design solutions which resolve identified issues with aesthetic integrity;
- 5
Defend your designs on practical, symbolic, aesthetic and ethical grounds;
- 6
Understand and apply the principles of occupational health and safety practices in the studio.
Workload and teaching
12 hours per week including 3 contact hours and 9 hours of independent study.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Mr Jeffrey Janet
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for DGN2004?
You need DGN2003 before you enrol; and OHS1000 before or alongside it. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after DGN2004?
DGN2004 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including DGN3105. Those lead on to 2 units in all.
When is DGN2004 offered?
In 2021, DGN2004 runs in Semester 2 at Caulfield.