Design Communication for Construction

Course aim

To further develop students' skills to translate traditional drawing and design methods to computer based representation and design.

Course content

Students develop their knowledge by investigating computation and representation, 2D and 3D computer models of forms, geometry, navigation and scale. Students will also explore the different materials used, perspective and point of view, ordering and referencing drawings, simple rendering and lighting. This course will, in particular, focus on design industry construction packages.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture (online)	1 hour x 12 weeks
Computer Practical	1.5 hours x 12 weeks
EXTERNAL, CITY WEST, ONLINE
Lecture (online)	1 hour x 12 weeks
Computer Practical (online)	1.5 hours x 12 weeks

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

Assessment

Continuous assessment, Manipulation, Modelling, Presentation

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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.