ARC1002 · Architecture foundation studio 2

Overview

This unit builds on the basic architectural knowledge and skills attained in Architecture foundation studio 1, and introduces you to a further level of complexity in the processes of investigation, critical observation, and experiment. The synthesis of a range of complex issues inherent in the production of architecture - material, structure, program, site, history and representation - is further investigated in relationship to the production of architectural form. It further emphasises the development of architectural designs through the three-dimensional and material testing of ideas. You will continue the development of two and three-dimensional modes of representation. Studies will focus on developing a more nuanced understanding of design as a visual language and process of cultural production with a focus on social and environmental sustainability.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

100% in-semester assessment

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Develop a basic understanding of the conventions of architectural tools, methods, and ways of working;
2. Apply architectural tools and architectural making to a medium-scale architectural project;
3. Integrate and relate architectural tools to iteratively develop an architectural project across multiple sites;
4. Identify and acknowledge architecture's connection to social, political, environmental, and economic issues, as well as a broader decolonising project;
5. Identify and explore the architect's responsibility in relation to social, political, environmental, and economic issues;
6. Develop abilities to evaluate and reflect on design iterations and the potentials of different architectural tools.

Workload

24 hours per week including 6 contact hours plus 18 hours of independent study.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.