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Environmental Design 1A
Enrolment code: KDA111
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Students develop their design appreciation and design skills
through a series of exercises which explore space and form as well as aesthetic
concepts such as proportion, balance, harmony, colour, texture, and contrast,
etc. Presentation work is subject to critique by staff and student peers. Work is
presented through graphic media such as freehand drawing, perspective
drawing, architectural drawing, computer graphics, information processing,
photography, model making, and building. Communication skills are taught in
conjunction with design project work.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
Environmental Design 1B
Enrolment code: KDA112
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Introduces students to landscape and cultural issues
affecting and influencing design intervention. In this unit students investigate
both natural and artificial environments. The study forms a basis for site
analysis and the corresponding design responses. Students learn of the
ecological issues associated with design. The presentation work is subject to
critique by staff and student peers. Work is presented through graphic media
such as freehand drawing, perspective drawing, architectural drawing,
computer graphics, information processing, photography, model making, and
building. Communication skills are taught in conjunction with project work.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks).
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A S3T
History & Theory in Design 1
Enrolment code: KDA114
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
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Unit description: Consists of lecture/seminar and studio components. The
lecture/seminar component covers the principal periods in the history of
Western Architecture up to the 18th century, including its links with Western
Asia and North Africa. The unit also gives some appreciation of the largely
separate architectural tradition of East Asia. It stresses the relationships
between building construction and architectural form and space, between
architecture and its cultural context, and between architecture and urban and
landscape design. The studio component deals with the application of
knowledge and understanding of architectural history and theory to the
practice of design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, seminar and studio; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentations, written and graphic assignments, tests; review
of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
Building Technology in Design 1
Enrolment code: KDA115
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Introduces the key themes of the Building Technology in
Design stream: ecologically sustainable development, structures, construction
systems, services and communication. Students are introduced to a
problem-solving culture which supports the practice of building design and
construction. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of the scope of these key themes and an ability to solve basic
technical problems in an appropriate design context.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: assignments, portfolio review, tests, assessment of participation
Courses: D3A
Environmental Design 2A
Enrolment code: KDA121
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Is a continuation of KDA111, but with stronger architectural
emphasis. The unit presents more complex design projects in terms of the
coordination between site information, technology and design. Design projects
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are in response to a range of environments. Graphic presentation and
communication skills are taught at a higher level appropriate to the design
projects.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
Environmental Design 2B
Enrolment code: KDA122
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Is a continuation of KDA112. The complexity of projects
increases and students are expected to deal with the issues of landscape, culture
and design in greater depth. Urban, suburban and natural environments are
explored. Ecological and environmental issues are further investigated. Graphic
presentation and communication skills are taught at a higher level, appropriate
to the design projects.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Prereq: KDA111, 112 & 113
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work and
assignment
Courses: D3A
History & Theory in Design 2
Enrolment code: KDA124
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Consists of lecture/seminar and studio components. The
lecture/seminar component covers the principal periods in the history of
Western Architecture from the 18th century to the mid-20th century. The unit
also gives some appreciation of the largely separate architectural tradition of
East Asia. It stresses the relationship between building construction and
architectural form and space, between architecture and its cultural context, and
between architecture and urban and landscape design. The studio component
deals with the application of knowledge and understanding of architectural
history and theory to the practice of design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
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Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentations, written and graphic assignments, tests, review
of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
Building Technology in Design 2
Enrolment code: KDA125
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Is a continuation of key themes introduced in KDA115.
There is further development of a problem-solving culture through
project-based learning. On completion of the unit, students should be able to
demonstrate an understanding of the key themes of Building Technology in
Design as emphasised in this unit, and an ability to solve basic technical
problems in an appropriate design context.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: assignments, portfolio review, tests, assessment of participation
Courses: D3A
Design Studio 3
Enrolment code: KDA211
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Develops fundamental skills in architectural design,
including design investigation, design communication, schematic design and
design development. Students explore and attempt to integrate design criteria
including contextual response, activity support and construction principles.
Students need to demonstrate an ability to design small to medium scale
buildings of moderate complexity and successfully integrate them with their
sites. Studio components of History and Theory in Design 3 and Building
Technology in Design 3 will extend the practice of studio design in both unit
areas in accordance with unit descriptions KDA212 and KDA213.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar
Prereq: KDA111, KDA112, KDA121, KDA122
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
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History & Theory in Design 3
Enrolment code: KDA212
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Consists of lecture/seminar and studio components. The
lecture/seminar component covers the important architectural developments
and movements of the 20th century, with emphasis on the post-World War II
period. The unit develops an understanding of the connections and disjunctions
between the architecture of this period and earlier periods. It stresses the
relationships between building construction and architectural form and space,
between architecture and its cultural context, and between architecture and
urban and landscape design. The studio component deals with the application
of knowledge and understanding of architectural history and theory to the
practice of design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentations, written and graphic assignments, tests, review
of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A F3J
Building Technology in Design 3
Enrolment code: KDA213
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Expands on the exploration of the key themes introduced in
KDA115 and KDA125 Building Technology in Designin terms of simple buildings
in the domestic, commercial, industrial and institutional sectors. There is
further development of a problem-solving culture through linkages with
Design Studio projects and other project-based exercises. On completion of the
unit students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the aspects of
the key themes emphasised in this unit; an understanding of how relevant
aspects of the key themes apply to the design and construction process for
simple buildings in the domestic, commercial, industrial and institutional
sectors; and an ability to solve complex technical problems in an appropriate
design context.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: assignments, portfolio review, tests, assessment of participation
Courses: D3A
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Specialised Studio 1
Enrolment code: KDA214
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Is the first in a series of units (including KDA214, KDA224,
KDA314, KDA324), taken over 4 semesters. The units offer students the
opportunity to focus in depth on a specialised area of design. They reflect the
research interests and knowledge of the staff, and may cover the following
areas: (a) Landscape in Architecture; (b) Computer Use in Design; (c) Asian
Architecture; (d) Wood in Architecture; (e) Urban Design; (f) Environmental
Design; and (g) Colour in Architectural Design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
Design Studio 4
Enrolment code: KDA221
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Develops an understanding and skill in the devising and
detailing of construction for buildings of medium scale. Students are expected
to develop fundamental skills at a greater level of competence and complexity
than in KDA211. Project work focuses on the creation of architectural and
constructional concepts, and the analysis and synthesis of a variety of design
concerns. Studio components of History and Theory in Design 4 and Building
Technology in Design 4 will extend the practice of studio design in both unit
areas in accordance with unit descriptions KDA222 and KDA223.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar
Prereq: KDA111, KDA112, KDA121, KDA122
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
History and Theory in Design 4
Enrolment code: KDA222
Offered: Ltn, s-sch and semester 2&
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Unit description: Consists of lecture/seminar and studio components. The
lecture/seminar component covers the development of architecture in
Australia – establishing the transfer and modification of ideas from elsewhere,
especially from Europe and North America, and regional responses to the
Australian environment, as a foundation for the critical discussion of issues
facing architecture in Australia today. The studio component deals with the
application of knowledge and understanding of architectural history and
theory to the practice of design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentations, written and graphic assignments, tests, review
of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A F3J
Building Technology in Design 4
Enrolment code: KDA223
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Expands further on the exploration of key themes
introduced in KDA115, KDA125, KDA213 Building Technology in Design in
terms of the domestic, commercial, industrial and institutional sectors. There is
further development of a problem-solving culture through linkages with
Design Studio projects and other project-oriented exercises. On completion of
this unit, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the
aspects of the key themes emphasised in this unit; an understanding of how
relevant aspects of the key themes apply to the design and construction process
for simple buildings in the domestic, commercial, industrial and institutional
sectors; and an ability to solve complex technical problems in an appropriate
design context.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (12 wks).
Assess: assignments, portfolio review, tests, assessment of participation
Courses: D3A
Specialised Studio 2
Enrolment code: KDA224
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Is the second in a series of studio units, taken over 4
semesters. For details of the unit, see KDA214 above.
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Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
Design Studio 5
Enrolment code: KDA311
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Enables students in third year to demonstrate a proficiency
in design analysis, design synthesis, design judgement and design
communication as they pertain to the architectural design process. Students
develop an ability to design relatively complex architectural programs with
emphasis on analysis and response to both function and content. Studio
components of History & Theory in Design 5 and Building Technology in Design
5 will extend the practice of studio design in both unit areas in accordance
with unit descriptions KDA312 and KDA313.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Prereq: KDA211, KDA221
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work and studio
presentations
Courses: D3A
History & Theory in Design 5
Enrolment code: KDA312
Offered: Ltn, s-sch and sem 1&
Unit description: Consists of lecture/seminar and studio components. The
lecture/seminar component focuses on the interrelationships between the
man-made environment, human perception, values and behaviour, and design.
Some cross-cultural comparisons are made. Students are introduced to the role
of the architect. The studio component deals with the application of knowledge
and understanding of architectural theory to the practice of design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture seminar and studio; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentation, written and graphic assignments, review of
submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A F3J
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Building Technology in Design 5
Enrolment code: KDA313
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Develops the key themes introduced in KDA115, KDA125,
KDA213 and KDA223 Building Technology in Design in terms of more complex,
medium-scale buildings in the domestic, commercial, industrial and
institutional sectors. There is further development of a problem-solving culture
through linkages with Design Studio projects and other project-oriented
exercises. On completion of this unit, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the aspects of the key themes emphasised in this unit; an
understanding of how relevant aspects of the key themes apply to the design
and construction process for more complex buildings in the domestic,
commercial, industrial and institutional sectors; and an ability to solve more
complex technical problems in an appropriate design context through a
strategic approach.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: assignments, portfolio review, tests, assessment of participation
Courses: D3A
Specialised Studio 3
Enrolment code: KDA314
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Is the third in a series of studio units, taken over 4
semesters. For details of the unit, see KDA214 above.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
Design Studio 6
Enrolment code: KDA321
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
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Unit description: Consolidates the objectives of KDA311. The choice of
studio-based project work is appropriate to the demonstration of skills in
design investigation, brief formulation, sketch design, design development,
report writing and final design presentation. Students are required to design
projects that involve the integration of major architectural determinants. Studio
components of History & Theory in Design 6 and Building Technology in Design
6 will extend the practice of studio design in both unit areas in accordance
with unit descriptions KDA322 and KDA323.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Prereq: KDA211, KDA221
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work, and studio
presentations
Courses: D3A
History and Theory in Design 6
Enrolment code: KDA322
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Consists of lecture/seminar and studio components. The
lecture/seminar component involves the study of important 20th-century
architectural theory in order to give a deeper understanding of recent practice.
The unit complements KDA212 (in which emphasis is given to the study of
actual buildings) & KDA312 (in which the theory is based on principles of social
science rather than on the specific design theory generated by architects
themselves). The unit concentrates on those ideas most relevant to current
practice and aims to assist students in developing their own design philosophy.
The studio component deals with the application of knowledge and
understanding of architectural theory to the practice of design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentations, written and graphic assignments
Courses: D3A F3J
Building Technology in Design 6
Enrolment code: KDA323
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Continues the development of key themes introduced in
KDA115, KDA125, KDA213, KDA223 and KDA313 Building Technology in
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Design in terms of more complex, medium-scale buildings in the domestic,
commercial, industrial and institutional sectors. There is further development
of a problem-solving culture through linkages with Design Studio projects and
other project-oriented exercises. On completion of this unit, students should be
able to demonstrate an understanding of the aspects of the key themes
emphasised in this unit; an understanding of how relevant aspects of the key
themes apply to the design and construction process for more complex
buildings in the domestic, commercial, industrial and institutional sectors; and
an ability to solve more complex technical problems in an appropriate design
context through a strategic approach.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: assignments, portfolio review, tests, assessment of participation
Courses: D3A
Specialised Studio 4
Enrolment code: KDA324
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Is the fourth in a series of studio units, taken over 4
semesters. For details of the unit, see KDA214 above.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar
Assess: review of submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3A
Design Studio 7 (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA411
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Reinforces the skills developed in BEnvDes Design Studios.
This Studio has a community and urban design focus. It also encourages
students to identify their specific interests within the broader context of
contemporary architectural theory and practice, and to explore their relevance
in the Design Studio context. Theoretical issues are further investigated in
Theory and Design 1 in semester 2, in accordance with the unit description
KDA422. The studio component of Building Technology in Design 7 will extend
the practice of studio design in accordance with the unit description KDA413.
Project work carried out in this unit will form the basis for a documentation
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project in Building Technology in Design 8, in accordance with the unit
description KDA423.
Unit weight: 25%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar; 8 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentation, review of submitted portfolio containing all
project work
Courses: D3B
Professional Studies 1
Enrolment code: KDA412
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Consists of two components covering the architect’s
responsibility and the building industry. The first develops a knowledge of the
architect’s responsibility to society, clients and the profession. Basic theory of
law, courts and legal processes and concepts are examined and developed
within the context of statute law as it applies to the building industry. The
second explores the nature of the building industry and organisations within it.
Modes of architectural practice and their legal implications are examined and
applied to design and pre-construction documentation, tendering, procurement
methods and construction stage matters.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentations, written assignments, tests
Courses: D3B
Building Technology in Design 7 (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA413
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Introduces the concept of design management, integrating
key themes of Building Technology in Design (KDA115, KDA125, KDA213,
KDA223, KDA313, KDA323) in terms of long-span structures, tall buildings and
advanced building systems. There is further development of a problem-solving
culture through complex project-based strategies and project simulations. On
completion of the unit, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the aspects of the key themes emphasised in this unit; an
understanding of how relevant aspects of the key themes apply to the design
management process for large buildings; and an ability to solve very complex
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technical problems in an appropriate design context through design
management strategies and processes.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: assignments, portfolio review, tests, assessment of participation
Courses: D3B
Design Studio 8 (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA421
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Explores issues related to complex, multi-level architectural
projects. The unit enables students to demonstrate an ability to develop a
project through all stages of design. The studio component of Theory & Design
1 will extend the practice of studio design in accordance with the unit
description KDA422.
Unit weight: 25%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar; 8 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Prereq: KDA411
Assess: seminar presentations, review of submitted portfolio containing all
project work
Courses: D3B
Theory in Design 1 (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA422
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Consists of lecture/seminar and studio components. The
lecture/seminar component involves reading and discussion of critical texts
that address formal, spatial, social and theoretical issues, in the context of
modern and contemporary conditions. Students are required to prepare a
report on their research and reflection. The Studio/seminar component deals
with the application of knowledge and understanding of architectural theory to
the practice of design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, seminar and studio
Assess: seminar presentations, written and graphic assignments, review of
submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3B F3J
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Building Technology in Design 8 (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA423
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Extends the concept of design management, integrating key
themes of Building Technology in Design (KDA115, KDA125, KDA213, KDA223,
KDA313, KDA323, KDA413) in the context of the preparation and
administration of contract documentation. Students refine their
problem-solving skills, in a project-based process. On completion of the unit,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the aspects of the
key themes emphasised in this unit; an understanding of how relevant aspects
of the key themes apply to the design management process; and an ability to
solve very complex technical problems in an appropriate design context
through design management strategies and processes.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: studio, lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: assignments, portfolio review, tests, assessment of participation
Courses: D3B
Dissertation 1 (BEnvDes Hons)
Enrolment code: KDA471
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Is the first of 2 units (see also KDA481) which together allow
students to explore in depth an area of environmental design through
independent research. During this first stage, students are expected to submit a
preparatory paper which outlines the background, scope and approach of the
study.
Staff: Supervisor, determined by research topic
Unit weight: 25%
Teaching: research and seminar
Assess: preparatory paper and progress report
Courses: D4A
Environmental Design (BEnvDes Hons)
Enrolment code: KDA472
Offered: Ltn, sem 1&2
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Unit description: Consists of studio-based project work aimed at developing
investigative and design abilities in an approved area of environmental design.
Staff: Supervisor, as detailed in unit program
Unit weight: 37.5%
Teaching: studio-based projects, seminars and lectures; 6 hrs weekly (26 wks)
Coreq: KDA473
Assess: by review of submitted portfolio containing all projects and papers
Courses: D4A
Design Theory (BEnvDes Hons)
Enrolment code: KDA473
Offered: Ltn, sem 1&2
Unit description: Is a tutorial-based adjunct to the more practically orientated
KDA472. The unit covers related areas of theory.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: tutorial, 2 hrs weekly (26 wks)
Coreq: KDA472
Assess: continuous assessment of seminar papers
Courses: D4A
Dissertation 2 (BEnvDes Hons)
Enrolment code: KDA481
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Is the second of two units (see KDA471) which allow
students to explore in depth a particular area of environmental design through
independent research. During this second stage students are expected to
complete a dissertation of approximately 10,000 words.
Staff: Supervisor, determined by research topic
Unit weight: 25%
Teaching: supervised individual research
Prereq: KDA471
Assess: by review of submitted dissertation
Courses: D4A
Design Studio 9 (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA511
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
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Unit description: Develops students’ intellectual discipline, judgement,
organisational skills, self-awareness and criticism in relation to architectural
ideas, concepts and philosophies, and develops further their competence to
design a good building which is responsive to its environmental context and
the physical/behavioural needs of the user. The studio component of Theory in
Design 2 will extend the practice of studio design in accordance with the unit
description KDA512.
Unit weight: 25%
Teaching: lecture, studio and seminar; 8 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Prereq: KDA421
Assess: seminar presentations, review of submitted portfolio containing all
project work
Courses: D3B
Theory in Design 2 (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA512
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Consists of lecture/seminar and studio/seminar
components. The lecture/seminar component requires students to undertake a
study of the philosophical, historical, social, environmental, technological and
contextual issues associated with the their proposed professional project,
selected for semester 2, and to prepare a full brief, with site information and
project program. The studio/seminar component deals with the application of
knowledge and understanding of architectural theory to the practice of design.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture, seminar and studio; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentations, written and graphic assignments, review of
submitted portfolio containing all project work
Courses: D3B
Professional Studies 2 (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA513
Offered: Ltn, sem 1
Unit description: Consists of two components, covering building contracts
and office management. The contract component compares a variety of
standard format contracts currently in use in the building industry. In
particular the unit examines the practical aspects of administering contractual
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provisions during the progress of building works. The management component
develops a knowledge of management theory and its application to
architectural practice and design processes. The unit examines financial
management, human and non-human resource management.
Unit weight: 12.5%
Teaching: lecture and seminar; 4 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Assess: seminar presentations, written assignments
Courses: D3B
Professional Project (BArch)
Enrolment code: KDA521
Offered: Ltn, sem 2
Unit description: Is the final unit and culmination of the BArch program,
requiring students to develop their selected design project from site analysis
and initial concept, through preliminary design, design development and
constructional design stages, to final presentation. The unit will develop
students’ ability to program and manage a semester-long project, to present
their work in a professional manner and to articulate clearly the rationale
behind the sequence of decisions that have led to the final design proposal.
Unit weight: 50%
Teaching: lecture, seminar and studio; 16 hrs weekly (13 wks)
Prereq: KDA511, KDA512
Assess: examination of submitted work
Courses: D3B