Area: | Department of Art |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly |
Tutorial: | 1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Examination of contemporary theories that underpin the creation and interpretation of objects that have been traditionally framed as craft. Analysis of the position of craft within the broader context of contemporary art, cultural studies and critical theory. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Knowledge of the various histories and theories pertaining to craft production and criticism. An understanding of contemporary issues in craft. Developed and employed appropriate skills to conduct a research project. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Dormer, P. (1997) The Culture of Craft, Manchester University Press, New York. Kaino, L. (1995) The Necessity of Craft - Development and Women's Craft Practices in the Asian - Pacific Region. University of Western Australia Press, Perth. Rowley, S. (1997) Craft and Contemporary Theory, Allen and Unwin, Sydney. |
Unit Texts: | Texts |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Research project 60%, Research proposal 20%, Research report 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 109900 Other Creative Arts (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | | | 2004 | Margaret River Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | | 2004 | Margaret River Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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