Design Research Studio 1

Course aim

To develop students' competence in applying design principles, processes, strategies and practices to a variety of design projects that address issues of social and ecological sustainability in contemporary contexts.

Course content

Students will develop knowledge of design processes: physical, cultural, ethical and economic issues integrated with creativity in designing for ecological responsibility. Students will gain skills in design strategies: materials selection, structures and technical requirements, design function, use, social sustainability.  Students will develop skills in design research including identification and problem framing, interpreting and rewriting a project proposal, communication, frameworks for project work, presentation, liaison and consultation. Students will participate in collaboration with industry and/or interdisciplinary academic groups.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Seminar	2 hours x 13 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 studio project work, Project analysis, documentation and management

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.250
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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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.