Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, in significant depth and breadth, and apply different theories of design.
It applies to individuals who use sophisticated research and critical analysis skills in the exploration of design, design theory and its application to professional design practice.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Research design theory | 1.1 Use a range of research techniques to source information about design theory 1.2 Identify and explore new, emerging and alternative sources of ideas and thinking on design 1.3 Expand own knowledge and understanding of design through review and critical analysis of information 1.4 Analyse, compare and contrast a range of theoretical perspectives and thinking on design |
2 Apply theories of design to professional practice | 2.1 Evaluate the relevance and application of different theories of design based on analysis of own professional and personal experience 2.2 Analyse the ways different aspects of history, theory and other influences are applied, adapted or challenged in practice 2.3 Assess how theories and thinking about design may be applied to benefit individuals, businesses and communities |
3 Develop, articulate and debate own perspectives on theories of design | 3.1 Take a critical approach to different theories and reflect on own ideas and responses 3.2 Develop own substantiated positions in response to research and analysis 3.3 Articulate own positions, demonstrating clarity of thought and conceptual understanding of different theories and thinking 3.4 Debate positions on design showing belief in own ideas and a willingness to remain open to new perspectives |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Learning | 1.3, 2.1 | Draws on a range of strategies to facilitate personal and professional learning |
Reading | 1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.2 | Identifies and interprets complex concepts and theories from a range of sources |
Writing | 3.3 | Organises information and uses structure, language and context to clearly explain own ideas and positions |
Oral Communication | 3.3, 3.4 | Actively engages in critical discourse using appropriate vocabulary, tone and pace Uses active listening techniques to gain input and feedback |
Get the work done | 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2 | Takes responsibility for planning and organising own tasks and workload, including how to link with the work of others Systematically analyses information to aid in deciding on own views and ideas Keeps abreast of innovations and good practice beyond own context, using ideas to rethink current approaches |
Sectors
Design – Design Process