Why do cultures around the world communicate identity through pattern? Why do our brains attempt to recognise patterns within chaos? What happens when pattern falls apart?

These questions underpin Repeat: Pattern and Disintegration to open a nuanced approach to line and colour, figure and ground, layering and assemblage; and of course, iteration and repetition. Students will use a range of digital and analogue skills to develop pattern systems and then explore the disintegration of those systems materially, aesthetically and conceptually. Accessing the facilities of Textiles, Print Media and ANU Makerspace, artwork and design outcomes will be refined and applied on a range of surfaces such as paper and textile. Through research and experimentation students will develop skills and knowledge relating to the rich historical, social and cultural meanings embedded in pattern processes and imagery.

This course may be delivered as a semester length course or offered as an intensive.

Learning Outcomes

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

1. demonstrate creative and critical exploration, experimentation and integration of ideas, materials and techniques, through class and individual projects;
2. apply a range of introductory technical skills relevant to visual arts and the discussed topics;
3. identify historical and theoretical contexts in response to studio projects; and
4. communicate reflective and critical approaches through the creative process.

Research-Led Teaching

This course is taught with methods and processes that underpin practice-led research. Students will engage in hands-on studio practices that will introduce them to iterative and critical development of an individual aesthetic language. The course equips students to creatively integrate practice and concepts through exploration of analogue and digital technologies and identify historical and theoretical concepts for their work. Aspects of the course will connect with the research cluster Art, Politics and Social Practice.

Field Trips

Occasional excursions may be scheduled throughout the semester.

Additional Course Costs

A material fee of $60 will cover class tasks. Additional cost might be incurred by students to complete individual assessment items.

Examination Material or equipment

For scheduled assessments, reviews and critiques, students will present their work to date, completed works, support material and tests, folios, relevant contextual research, as described in the Assessment Task. All materials will be set up ahead of assessment sessions, which staff will review over the course of scheduled assessment window. All assessments requirements will be discussed during class, and teaching staff are available for any question related to the assessment process. 

Required Resources

Workshop Access and Material fee of $60 (total) per course are paid at the start of each semester. This fee covers basic class materials and studio consumables. Students are able to purchase additional materials from the textiles workshop. 

Each workshop sources appropriate specialist materials, which are made available to students to facilitate their working effectively, efficiently and safely within our programs. The School of Art & Design is able to supply materials that don’t compromise ANU obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS), and that have been assessed as suitable for each course. 

This Workshop Access and Material fee  is payable for the School of Art & Design to supply materials that become your physical property. You can choose to pay the Materials Fee and have these materials supplied to you 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.

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

Recommended Resources

The course will have materials posted to the ANU online learning portal: Wattle. If students do not have a personal computer they will need to access the computers in Information Commons to access class notes and programs such as Photoshop and Illustrator.

Staff Feedback

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

• Individual feedback in studio practice class time
• Group critique sessions
• Class discussions
• Formative assessment tasks
• Via email if requested

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	Course introduction, WHS briefing. Introductory seminar Assessment Task 1: Appropriation, Inspiration or Critique—Motif and Pattern Development	Participation in seminars contributes to: a) Research and Documentation assessment criteria b) building studio based theory which contributes to folio assessment tasks.
2	Assessment Task 1: Repeat pattern systems (designing a spot repeat) Seminar: Repeat patterns - Pattern systems in contemporary art	Participation in seminars contributes to: a) Research and Documentation assessment criteria b) building studio based theory which contributes to folio assessment tasks.
3	Assessment Task 1: Repeat patterns exercises (spot repeat developed for Project 2) Colour mixing exercises Small group critiques and discussion
4	Assessment Task 2: Appropriation, Inspiration or Critique—Introduction to Fabric printing (screen preparation and working with print pastes)	Assessment Task 1 Due: Appropriation, Inspiration or Critique Out of class preparation required for MakerSpace workshop
5	Assessment Task 2 continues: Introduction to Fabric printing (printing a repeat) Assessment Task 3: MakerSpace workshop (including induction and how to use the 3D printers to create printing stamp) Introduce Assessment Task 4&5: Connect, disintegrate & mend	Preparation for MakerSpace workshop completed prior to week 5 This specially designed session will introduce students to the 3D printers to produce printing stamps for fabric printing. The class will be divided into four groups and will attend the MakerSpace in either Week 5 or Week 6. Students will continue working on other activities in the studios when they are not scheduled in the MakerSpace.
6	Assessment Task 2 continues: Introduction to Fabric printing (printing a repeat) Assessment Task 3: MakerSpace workshop (including induction and how to use the 3D printers to create printing stamp) Introduce Assessment Task 4&5: Connect, disintegrate & mend	Assessment Task 4: Prepare 5 minute presentations during the teaching break This specially designed session will introduce students to the 3D printers to produce printing stamps for fabric printing. The class will be divided into four groups and will attend the MakerSpace in either Week 5 or Week 6. Students will continue working on other activities in the studios when they are not scheduled in the MakerSpace.
7	Assessment Task 5: Connect, disintegrate & mend Two colour repeats introduction	Assessment Task 4 due: Upload 5 minute presentations Out of class: Watch and prepare feedback on peers' 5 minute presentations. Feedback contributes to Assessment Task 4 grade.
8	Assessment Task 5: Connect, disintegrate & mend Two colour repeats Discuss Peer presentations and give feedback during class (contributes to Task 4 Assessment)	Participation in critique sessions and feedback contributes towards Research Documentation.
9	Assessment Task 5: Work independently
10	Assessment Task 5: work independently Group critiques (in smaller groups)	Participation in critique sessions and discussion contributes towards Research Documentation.
11	Assessment Task 5: work independently Group critiques (in smaller groups)	Participation in critique sessions and discussion contributes towards Research Documentation.
12	Assessment Task 5: work independently Group critiques (in smaller groups)	Participation in critique sessions and discussion contributes towards Research Documentation. Assessment Task 2,3 & 5 due: during the exam period. Exact time tbc

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Appropriation, Inspiration or Critique: Motif and Pattern Development	15 %	18/08/2022	01/09/2022	1,2,3,4
Appropriation, Inspiration or Critique: Introduction to fabric printing	15 %	03/11/2022	20/11/2022	1,2,3,4
MakerSpace Workshop	5 %	03/11/2022	20/11/2022	2
Connect, disintegrate & mend: Independent Work Proposal (IWP) and 5 minute pre-recorded Research Presentation	15 %	22/09/2022	06/10/2022	3,4
Connect, disintegrate & mend: Independent Studio Investigation	50 %	03/11/2022	20/11/2022	1,2,3,4

* 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 ANU Online website. 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

Participation in the weekly classes is essential to fulfilling the learning outcomes of this course. if you cannot attend all of the scheduled classes, please consider a different course.

Examination(s)

Students will present physical work for examination. In addition to the installation of work students may use a laptop or tablet to present supporting material.

Assessment Task 1

Appropriation, Inspiration or Critique: Motif and Pattern Development

Portfolio of in-class and independent works and visual diary demonstrating completion and understanding of motif and pattern development in relation to set tasks. In addition to your finished designs, you should keep and present at assessment your technical tests and sampling, ideas development, sketching and experimentation to create designs.

Value: 15%

Due: week 4, 18th August, 2022

Rubric

Criteria	HD	D	CR	P	F
1. Demonstrate creative exploration, experimentation and integration of ideas, materials and techniques through studio project (LO1)	Consistently demonstrates this criteria to an exceptionally high level across studio project and set tasks	Consistently demonstrates this criteria to a high level across studio project and set tasks	Demonstrates this criteria to a proficient level across studio project and set tasks	Demonstrates this criteria to an adequate level across studio project and set tasks	Fails to demonstrate this criteria to a sufficient level across studio project and set tasks
2. Demonstrate technical competency in a range of pre-print and surface design related processes (LO2)	Consistently demonstrates technical competency to an exceptionally high level across all processes	Consistently demonstrates technical competency to a high level across all processes	Demonstrates technical competency to a proficient level across processes	Demonstrates technical competency to an adequate level across processes	Fails to demonstrate technical competency to a sufficient level across processes
3. Recognise and work with relationships between concepts and processes (LO4)	High level of insight into the relationships between concepts and processes is evident in work and clearly articulated in discussion	Insight into the relationships between concepts and processes is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of the relationships between concepts and processes is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of the relationships between concepts and processes is beginning to develop in work and/or in discussion	Fails to demonstrate an understanding of the relationships between concepts and processes in work and/or in discussion
4. Identify historical and theoretical contexts relevant for workshop projects (LO3)	An exceptionally high level of critical awareness is evident in work and articulated in discussion	A high level of critical awareness is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is beginning to develop in work and/or in discussion	Fails to understand historical and theoretical contexts in work and/or in discussion

Assessment Task 2

Appropriation, Inspiration or Critique: Introduction to fabric printing

You will use one of your designs from Assessment Task 1 to create a one colour repeat screenprint. You will learn how to prepare a screen, mix colours, print with fabric inks and register the pattern across a length of cloth. It is a requirement that you successfully print this project before embarking on Assessment Task 5.

Due: exam period

Value: 15%

Rubric

Criteria	HD	D	CR	P	F
1. Skill in use of materials and techniques (LO2)	Always demonstrates extensive skill/s in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Consistently demonstrates competence in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Demonstrates some competence in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Demonstrates some skill in the use of introduced materials and techniques	Technical skills below standard
2.Create a body of studio-based works/examples (LO1,4)	Folio creatively combines material, process, idea and technique showing a sophisticated interpretation of the set project	Folio demonstrates an accomplished understanding of how material, process, idea and technique can be combined or used relevant to set project	Folio demonstrates a competent understanding of some combinations or uses of material, process, idea or technique relevant to set project	Folio demonstrates some understanding of materials, process and technique	Incomplete or flawed body of work
3. Identify historical and theoretical contexts relevant for workshop projects (LO3)	An exceptionally high level of critical awareness is evident in work and articulated in discussion	A high level of critical awareness is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is beginning to develop in work and/or in discussion	Fails to understand historical and theoretical contexts in work and/or in discussion

Assessment Task 3

MakerSpace Workshop

In Week 5 or 6 students will attend an in-class workshop at the ANU MakerSpace. During this session you will be inducted into the MakerSpace. Working in small groups you will learn how to create a printing matrix (stamp) using the 3D printers. Following this workshop students are asked to visit the MakerSpace outside class time to produce at least 1 printing matrix (stamp). This stamp will be printed for assessment and is a hurdle task to show that you have successfully used the MakerSpace independently outside class time.

Value: 5%

Due: Exam period

Rubric

Criteria	HD	D	CR	P	F
Independently explore the potential of materials & methods relevant to fabric printing (LO 2)	Create and carefully print a matrix (stamp) using the MakerSpace 3D printers outside class. Use the proofing (printing) process to reflect on how to refine/develop this stamp. Return to MS to refine & remake matrix and reprint on fabric.	Create and carefully print a matrix (stamp) using the MakerSpace 3D printers outside class. Use the proofing (printing) process to reflect on how to refine/develop this stamp.	Create and carefully print a matrix (stamp) using the MakerSpace 3D printers outside class.	Create and print a matrix (stamp) using the MakerSpace 3D printers outside class.	No evidence of an independently produced matrix using MakerSpace 3D printers.

Assessment Task 4

Connect, disintegrate & mend: Independent Work Proposal (IWP) and 5 minute pre-recorded Research Presentation

You will write a 500 word Independent Work Project Proposal in response to the project outline for Assessment Task 5: Connect, disintegrate & mend (provided on Wattle and discussed in class).

Using your written Independent Work Proposal as a guide, you will prepare a 5 minute talk and slide presentation. You will pre-record the talk and upload to wattle by the due date.

This assessment task is preparation for Assessment Task 5 (Connect, disintegrate & mend: Independent Work Project). The presentation and written proposal will describe your project and will cover: artistic and historic precedents and references; methodology; rationale and timeline. The written proposal will include a properly referenced bibliography and will include at least 2 scholarly references and 2 contemporary artists. Watching a designated number of your peers' presentations and participating in peer-to-peer feedback via in-class group discussion is a core part of the assessment.

Value: 15%

Due: 22nd September 2022

Rubric

Criteria	HD	D	CR	P	F
Communication of Project Proposal (LO4)	Demonstrates excellent verbal, visual and written communication	Demonstrates good verbal, visual and written communication	Overall good verbal, visual and written communication, some lack of clarity	Has attempted verbal, visual and written communication with some confusion or at a basic level	Communication is mostly unclear or insufficient
Research (LO3,4)	Extensive evidence of research connecting relevant artists and academic references to studio project	Good evidence of research connecting relevant artists and academic references to studio project	Developing evidence of research connecting relevant artists and academic references to studio project	Some attempt at connecting artists and research to studio project	Insufficient evidence of research and/or in connection to studio project
Participation and engagement (LO3,4)	Generous and insightful participation. Provides relevant examples, asks useful questions and contributes to critically engaged discussion and feedback	Valuable participation. Provides some relevant examples. Asks interesting questions and contributes to discussion and useful feedback.	Notable participation. Shows engagement through examples. Asks questions and joins discussion.	Some participation. Needs to consider relevance of contribution by listening more closely and developing reflective and critical skills.	Limited or no participation. Or has provided irrelevant or disrespectful feedback.

Assessment Task 5

Connect, disintegrate & mend: Independent Studio Investigation

You will develop and complete a portfolio of work as outlined in your Independent Work Proposal. The finished folio will include a 2 colour repeat print which you have designed and printed. The project will demonstrate competencies in a range of relevant technical skills covered in the course. The resolved finished works will have engaged with the project outline, and will address the theme as interpreted by you.

As well as your finished works, you should keep and present at assessment your technical tests and sampling, ideas development, sketching and experimentation and any other material which contributed to or informed your final works. (See Wattle for information on the purpose of a Visual Diary.) This support work will demonstrate a sustained effort to engage with ideas and processes via studio practice. Through evidence of relevant, independent research you will demonstrate some understanding of contextual and conceptual frameworks connecting textiles, pattern, print with contemporary art.

Value: 50%

Due: exam period

Rubric

Criteria	HD	D	CR	P	F
1. Demonstrate creative exploration, experimentation and integration of ideas, materials and techniques through studio project (LO1)	Consistently demonstrates this criteria to an exceptionally high level across studio project and set tasks	Consistently demonstrates this criteria to a high level across studio project and set tasks	Demonstrates this criteria to a proficient level across studio project and set tasks	Demonstrates this criteria to an adequate level across studio project and set tasks	Does not demonstrate this criteria to a sufficient level across studio project and set tasks
2. Demonstrate technical competency in a range of print and surface design related processes (LO2)	Consistently demonstrates technical competency to an exceptionally high level across all processes	Consistently demonstrates technical competency to a high level across all processes	Demonstrates technical competency to a proficient level across processes	Demonstrates  technical competency to an adequate level across processes	Does not demonstrate  technical competency to a sufficient level across processes
3. Recognise and work with relationships between concepts and processes (LO4)	High level of insight into the relationships between concepts and processes is evident in work and clearly articulated in discussion	Insight into the relationships between concepts and processes is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of the relationships between concepts and processes is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of the relationships between concepts and processes is beginning to develop in work and/or discussion	No evidence of an understanding of the relationships between concepts and processes in work and/or discussion
3. Identify historical and theoretical contexts relevant for workshop projects (LO3)	An exceptionally high level of critical awareness is evident in work and articulated in discussion	A high level of critical awareness is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	An understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is beginning to develop in work and/or in discussion	Fails to understand historical and theoretical contexts in work and/or in discussion

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community 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 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 University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.

Online Submission

Online submission options will be facilitated through Wattle where necessary.

Hardcopy Submission

All studio work and accompanying documentation is physically presented and assessed except where otherwise stated. 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.
• Late submission permitted. Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

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 are required to 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. The Course Convener may grant extensions 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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