This course is an introduction to the basic skills and techniques associated with press-based print processes such as intaglio, monotype and woodblock printing. Using a combination of autographic (drawing) and reprographic techniques students will develop a body of work in the studio over the course of the semester. To complement the studio-based delivery, students will participate in lectures and tutorials contextualising relevant conceptual, historical and contemporary practices. Work health and safety instruction is an integral component of this course.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. competently utilise a range of skills relevant to drawing, intaglio and relief printing in response to set tasks;
2. independently explore the potential of materials relevant to press-based printmaking;
3. experiment with the application of concepts and processes relevant to press-based printmaking; and
4. demonstrate use of relevant historical traditions and conventions across the field of intaglio and relief printing and their relationship to drawing.

Field Trips

Occasional field trips may be scheduled throughout the semester.

Additional Course Costs

REQUIRED RESOURCES AND INCIDENTAL FEES

Dear Student,

The School of Art & Design provides additional access to the workshop areas and use of equipment, tooling and consumable items during extra hours. For this access the School charges the Optional Workshop Fee. This is not a compulsory fee and is not essential to course completion, however if a student chooses not to pay it, access to the workshop areas and equipment outside of stated course hours is not allowed.

The School of Art & Design supplies materials that become your physical property on payment of the relevant material fee. You can choose to pay the Materials Fee and have these materials supplied through the School of Art & Design, allowing you to take advantage of the GST-free bulk purchasing power of the ANU. These materials are also WHS compliant.

Please go to the payment portal located on the Required Resources and Incidental Fees page here on the School of Art & Design website. Follow the prompts to the payment portal, select the relevant discipline and the fee you wish to pay for. 

If you need assistance please contact the Technical Officer in the relevant discipline or at the administration offices of the School of Art & Design.

Thank you

School of Art & Design

Examination Material or equipment

Studio work and accompanying documentation is assessed during and at the end of the semester (see assessment due dates). In addition to the physical presentation of the work students may use a laptop or tablet to present supporting material. Please note that in the event of implementing Covid safe work practices, such as working from home, it may be necessary for student work to be documented and uploaded for assessment.

Required Resources

Student contribution amounts under the Higher Education Support Act 2003 (HESA) and tuition fees support the course described in the Course Outline and include tuition, teaching materials and student access to the workshops for the stated course hours.

Students are requested to refer to the School of Art website for information: http://soa.anu.edu.au/required-resources-and-incidental-fees

Wattle. Ensure that your details are correct as Wattle will be the primary method of communication between lecturers and students. 

See Wattle for reading lists and other resources.

Recommended Resources

Whether you are on campus or studying remotely, there are a variety of online platforms you will use to participate in your study program. These could include videos for lectures and other instruction, two-way video conferencing for interactive learning, email and other messaging tools for communication, interactive web apps for formative and collaborative activities, print and/or photo/scan for handwritten work and drawings, and home-based assessment.

ANU outlines recommended student system requirements to ensure you are able to participate fully in your learning. Other information is also available about the various Learning Platforms you may use.

Note: Students must have completed a Work Health and Safety induction and be approved by the Course Convenor in order to access specialist equipment and processes in the screen, lithography, book, relief and/or etching studios, outside class time.

Reading lists will be provided to students via Wattle. Articles and books will be available through the ANU libraries or as a PDF / link on wattle.

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• written comments
• verbal comments
• feedback to whole class, groups, individuals, focus group etc

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Seminar: Introduction & course overview; Work Health and Safety Studio demonstration: tetrapak exquisite corpse drypoint collaboration Introduce Project One - Wayfaring / Pin Point	Participation in seminars contributes to: a) Research and Documentation assessment tasks b) building studio based theory which contributes to folio assessment tasks.
2	Seminar: Press-based printing and contemporary practice Studio demonstration and practice	Participation in seminars contributes to: a) Research and Documentation assessment tasks b) building studio based theory which contributes to folio assessment tasks.
3	Studio demonstration and practice
4	Studio demonstration and practice Group critiques and studio practice	Participation in critique sessions contribute towards Research Documentation/visual diary.
5	Studio demonstration and practice Feedback meetings with Lecturer
6	Finalise Project One Introduce Project Two - Wandering	Project One Due 1st April 2022
7	Seminar: Drawing into print: etching and relief Studio demonstration and practice Students present visual material from Structured Walk / Group discussion	Participation in seminars contributes to: a) Research and Documentation assessment tasks b) building studio based theory which contributes to folio assessment tasks.
8	Studio demonstration and practice Feedback meetings with Lecturer
9	Seminar: Drawing into print: etching and relief Introduce final Project 3 Studio demonstration and practice	Participation in seminars contributes to: a) Research and Documentation assessment tasks b) building studio based theory which contributes to folio assessment tasks.
10	Independent studio practice
11	Indenpendent studio practice
12	Group critiques and independent studio practice	Participation in critique sessions contribute towards Research Documentation/visual diary assessment task.

Tutorial Registration

Tutorial registration is available on the course wattle page.

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Part A: Wayfaring, Part B: Pinpoint	30 %	01/04/2022	19/04/2022	1,2,3,4
Wandering	30 %	02/06/2022	30/06/2022	1,2,3,4
Self-directed extension	20 %	02/06/2022	30/06/2022	1,2,3,4
Visual diary, documentation, research	20 %	02/06/2022	30/06/2022	3,4

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information 
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the Academic Integrity . In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Wattle’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

Students are expected to engage in class exercises and studio practice, mastering skills and techniques. An adventurous, experimental, individual and technically competent approach is encouraged. Personal research is a key requirement in the development of your independent project.

Tasks will be assessed according to the following criteria:

• Ability to conduct in-depth contextual research currently relevant to your project and discipline.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the technical, historical and/or theoretical context for your work.
• Demonstrate an ability to reflect upon and evaluate your engagement with broader developments in the visual arts and design fields.

Assessment Task 1

Part A: Wayfaring, Part B: Pinpoint

You will produce a range of intaglio prints in response to the project outlines. This will result in a cohesive body of work and experimental prints.

Details will be distributed and explained during class and via wattle.

Value: 30%

Due: Week 6 (April 1st 2022)

Rubric

Criteria	HD	D	CR	P	F
Skill in use of materials and etching techniques including printing and multi-plate printing	Demonstrates refined skill/s in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Consistently demonstrates competence in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Evidence of developing competence in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Demonstrates elementary skill in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Technical skills below standard
Create a series of prints in response to project outline	Rigorous conceptual and visual resolution of project producing a body of work demonstrating a strong understanding of materials.	A conceptually and visually well considered body of work showing a clear understanding of materials.	A consistent body of work with some connections between conceptual, visual and material sensibilities.	A body of work that shows limited connection between concept, material and visual qualities.	The student has produced works which do not respond adequately to the project outline.
Explains concepts and techniques	Can explain and evaluate relevant  concepts and techniques and how these relate to their project and materials, in the work and/or through discussion	Can explain relevant concepts and techniques and how these relate to their project and materials,  in the work and/or through discussion	Developing capacity to explain concepts and techniques and how these relate to their project and materials, in the work and/or through discussion	Demonstrates basic capacity to explain introduced concepts and techniques in their work and/or through discussion	Unable to explain concepts and techniques used in the work
Presentation/ installation of final works	The presentation of this work is sophisticated and demonstrates  a range of installation options have been tested and audience engagement has been carefully considered	The presentation of the work shows consideration of installation methods and audience engagement	The presentation of the work considers installation methods adequately  with some consideration of an audience	The presentation of the work shows basic consideration of installation methods	The presentation of the work is not considered

Assessment Task 2

Wandering

Using a structured walk as a starting point, you will create a series of maps, drawings and frottages which you will develop through a series of relief prints

30%

Due: Examination period

Rubric

Criteria	HD 80-100	D 70-79	CR 60-69	P 50-59	F 0-49
Skill in use of materials and relief printing technique	Always demonstrates extensive skill/s in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Consistently demonstrates competence in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Evidence of developing competence in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Demonstrates elementary skill in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Technical skills below standard
Create a series of prints in response to project outline	Rigorous conceptual and visual resolution of project producing a body of work demonstrating a strong understanding of materials.	A conceptually and visually well considered body of work showing a clear understanding of materials.	A consistent body of work with developing connections between conceptual, visual and material sensibilities.	A body of work that shows basic connection between concept, material and visual qualities.	The student has produced works which do not respond adequately to the project outline.
Presentation/ installation of final works	The presentation of this work is sophisticated and demonstrates a range of installation options have been tested and audience engagement has been carefully considered.	The presentation of the work shows thoughtful consideration shows of installation methods and audience engagement	The presentation of the work shows adequate  consideration of installation methods with some consideration of an audience	The presentation of the work shows some consideration of installation methods	The presentation of the work is not considered
Explains concepts and techniques	Can explain and evaluate a range of concepts and techniques and how these relate to their project and materials, both in the work and/or through discussion	Can explain a range of concepts and techniques and how these relate to their project and materials, both in the work and/or through discussion	Can explain introduced concepts and techniques and how these relate to materials, their project and materials, both in the work and/or through discussion	Can explain introduced concepts and techniques in their work and/or through discussion	Unable to explain concepts and techniques used in the work
Apply and reflect on issues in the discipline including historic conventions and/or contemporary contexts	Clear synthesis of relevant disciplinary issues with the studio project.	Interpretation and  application of relevant disciplinary issues with the studio project.	Evidence of reflection and application of relevant disciplinary issues with their studio project.	Some reflection on issues in the discipline with basic application to the studio project.	No evidence of reflection on issues in the discipline in relation to their studio project.

Assessment Task 3

Self-directed extension

In this project you are asked to reflect on the two previous projects and develop a new and final work which builds upon and responds to the previous works.

20%

Due: examination period

Rubric

Criteria	HD 80-100	D 70-79	CR 60-69	P 50-59	N 0-49
Skill in use of materials and relief printing techniques	Always demonstrates extensive skill/s in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Consistently demonstrates competence in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Evidence of developing competence in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Demonstrates elementary skill in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Technical skills below standard
Create a series of prints in response to project outline	Rigorous conceptual and visual resolution of project producing a body of work demonstrating a strong understanding of materials.	A conceptually and visually well considered body of work showing a clear understanding of materials.	A consistent body of work with developing connections between conceptual, visual and material sensibilities.	A body of work that shows basic connection between concept, material and visual qualities.	The student has produced works which do not respond adequately to the project outline.
Presentation/ installation of final works	The presentation of this work is sophisticated and demonstrates a range of installation options have been tested and audience engagement has been carefully considered.	The presentation of the work shows thoughtful consideration shows of installation methods and audience engagement	The presentation of the work shows adequate consideration of installation methods with some consideration of an audience.	The presentation of the work shows some consideration of installation methods.	The presentation of the work is not considered.
Explains concepts and techniques	Can explain and evaluate a range of concepts and techniques and how these relate to their project and materials, both in the work and/or through discussion	Can explain a range of concepts and techniques and how these relate to their project and materials, both in the work and/or through discussion	Can explain introduced concepts and techniques and how these relate to materials, their project and materials, both in the work and/or through discussion	Can explain introduced concepts and techniques in their work and/or through discussion	Unable to explain concepts and techniques used in the work
Apply and reflect on issues in the discipline (e.g. historic conventions and/or contemporary contexts)	Clear synthesis of relevant disciplinary issues with the studio project.	Interpretation and application of relevant disciplinary issues with the studio project.	Evidence of reflection and application of relevant disciplinary issues with their studio project.	Some reflection on issues in the discipline with limited application to the studio project.	No evidence of reflection on issues in the discipline in relation to their studio project.

Assessment Task 4

Visual diary, documentation, research

Documentation in a journal and/or digital form of studio practice and research throughout the semester. 

20%

Due: examination period

Rubric

Criteria	HD 80-100	D 70-79	CR 60-69	P 50-59	F 0-49
Document and reflect on studio practice, work in progress, tests and experiments	The student documents a high level of critical reflection on course content and consistently contributes valuable participation in group discussions and critique sessions	The student documents thoughtful reflection on course content and consistently participates in group discussions and critique sessions	The student documents sufficient reflection on course content and participation in group discussions and critique sessions	The student documents limited reflection on course content and participation in group discussions and critique sessions	The student does not document reflection on course content and does not participate in group discussions and critique sessions
Document and reflect on research of relevant contemporary art; historic and current print practice; theoretical and philosophical frameworks	The student documents critical reflection on extensive research into relevant contemporary art and connects it to course content and studio practice	The student documents thoughtful reflection on research into relevant contemporary art and connects it to course content and studio practice	The student documents sufficient reflection on limited research into relevant contemporary art with potential to connect it to course content and studio practice	The student documents basic reflection on contemporary art	The student does not document reflection on relevant contemporary art
Evidence of the creative development and reflection of your studio practice, including drawings, written notes, testing ideas	Exceptional level of enquiry and exploration in set projects evident via rigour and consistency of drawings, tests and experiments for each project.	High level of enquiry and exploration in set projects evident via consistency of drawings, tests and experiments for each project	Developing level of enquiry and exploration in set projects evident via sporadic drawings, tests and experiments for each project	Basic level of enquiry and exploration in set projects evident via some drawings, tests and experiments for each project	Insufficient enquiry and exploration in set projects

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically, committing to honest and responsible scholarly practice and upholding these values with respect and fairness.

The ANU commits to assisting all members of our community to understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to be familiar with the academic integrity principle and Academic Misconduct Rule, uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with.

The Academic Misconduct Rule is in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Very minor breaches of the academic integrity principle may result in a reduction of marks of up to 10% of the total marks available for the assessment. The ANU offers a number of online and in person services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. Visit the Academic Skills website for more information about academic integrity, your responsibilities and for assistance with your assignments, writing skills and study.

Online Submission

N/A

Hardcopy Submission

All studio work and accompanying documentation is physically presented and assessed in two stages: at mid-semester and at the end of the semester during the examination period. 

Please note that in the event of implementing Covid safe work practices such as working from home, it may be necessary for student work to be documented and uploaded for remote assessment. In this instance please keep a copy of the assignment for your records.

Late Submission

Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:

• Late submission not permitted. If submission of assessment tasks without an extension after the due date is not permitted, a mark of 0 will be awarded.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Returning Assignments

Students will collect their work following assessment.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. Extensions may be granted for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Resubmission of Assignments

N/A

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Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

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• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
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