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Research visual communication history and theory

Research visual communication history and theory

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAGRD501
State Code
AWI98
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100799 - Communication And Media Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research visual communication history and theory and to apply that research to own professional practice. It applies to individuals who are visual communication professionals. They carry out research independently and use information to provide context, inspiration and reference for contemporary design solutions.No licensing, legislative or certification conditions apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select focus for research
  • 1.1 Select a focus for visual communication research based on specific needs and perspectives
  • 1.2 Challenge own assumptions about the research process and potential information sources
  • 1.3 Select relevant historical and contemporary sources for investigation and consider any intellectual property requirements
2. Conduct critical analysis
  • 2.1 Identify and investigate issues and ideas in the development of visual communication
  • 2.2 Evaluate ways in which meanings, messages and information are communicated in both a historical and contemporary content
  • 2.3 Seek out and compare the critical views of others in chosen area of inquiry
  • 2.4 Allow the process of analysis to take exploration of issues in new and unintended directions
3. Present ideas about visual communication history and theory
  • 3.1 Developsubstantiatedopinionsandideas about visual communication history and theory
  • 3.2 Make informed contributions to professional discussions of visual communication practice as a result of research
  • 3.3 Document and present clear and accurate ideas
4. Develop own practice from research
  • 4.1 Determine potential for integration of research findings into own work
  • 4.2 Relate visual communication history and theory research outcomes to business practice considerations
  • 4.3 Recognise connections and associations between history, theory and contemporary practice
  • 4.4 Develop relevant ideas about how research impacts on own professional practice and its future direction
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
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