Architectural Design Studio 7 (Environment)

Course aim

To develop students’ competence in applying design processes, strategies and practices to a variety of design projects which focus on contemporary issues of sustainable development.

Course content

Students will develop knowledge of architectural design processes by investigating physical, mental, spiritual, cultural, social, ethical and economic issues in designing for ecological responsibility. Students will further develop their knowledge of environmental filtering through studies of the bio-physical environments and comfort, passive and active environmental modification, energy and resources management, and ecological footprints of the various built form. Students will apply design strategies in the materials selection process, and integrate lifecycles, occupant health and social sustainability into the construction strategies.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	1 hour x 10 weeks
Studio	6 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Design Investigation Sketch Stage, Developing Design Stage, Final Design Submission

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.250
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.