Course Title: Present architectural designs

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2022

Course Code: ARCH5233

Course Title: Present architectural designs

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities. 

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption. 

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus 

 

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance. 

 

School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6161 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)

Course Contact: Catherine Ciavarella

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9819

Course Contact Email: catherine.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Lisa Mee

lisa.mee@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 120

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to present a design concept for an architectural project. The design could be for a residential (BCA Classes 1 and 10) or commercial (BCA Classes 2 to 9) building. It includes reviewing the project brief, developing presentation materials and presenting the final design concept to relevant stakeholders. Materials for presentation could include sketches, computer generated drawings/images, or models. It requires the ability to effectively clarify or communicate ideas and the design concept to stakeholders.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VU22467 Present architectural designs

Element:

1 Plan presentation

Performance Criteria:

1.1 The project brief is reviewed to confirm requirements for presentation. 1.2 Suitable presentation format is selected according to project brief, timelines and budgetary limitations. 1.3 Relevant stakeholders are consulted during presentation planning to ensure appropriate format and materials are determined. 1.4 Consultation with team members is undertaken to determine individual responsibilities and time frames in the planning of presentation.

Element:

2 Produce presentation images and/or models

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Presentation materials and equipment are selected to suit the format and purpose of the presentation and client requirements. 2.2 Final drawings/models are produced for presentation to stakeholders within agreed time frames and to industry standards. 2.3 A range of presentation materials is produced to assist comprehension of final design.

Element:

3 Make presentation to client or stakeholder

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Equipment and materials are organised for presentation and team members are briefed on their roles and responsibilities for the presentation, as required. 3.2 Non-verbal and verbal communication techniques are used to secure and maintain the interest of the audience. 3.3 Opportunities are provided for stakeholders to seek clarification on central concepts and ideas, and presentation is adjusted to meet the needs of the audience, if required. 3.4 Key concepts are summarised at strategic points to facilitate understanding.


Learning Outcomes


This unit supports the skills and knowledge required for building designers to present an architectural design to relevant stakeholders. Work is likely to be under limited or no supervision and in consultation with a variety of stakeholders


Details of Learning Activities

This unit is assessed in a close simulation of a workplace environment, with simulated and project-based assessment techniques replicating building design workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.


The following list is indicative of the range of activities undertaken in the course:

  • supervised and independent project work,
  • supervised and independent research,
  • group work,
  • studio critiques,
  • student pin-ups and presentations,
  • peer reviews,
  • in-class demonstrations,
  • lectures,
  • site visits and/or excursions,
  • on-line quizzes.


Emphasis of activities may vary depending on the specifics of the assessment tasks.

Please note: due to the continually changing nature of the COVID-19situation, this course may be delivered online through Canvas in a manner which attempts to approximate a studio environment.

Refer to Canvas for details:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98030

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Teaching Schedule

  • This is a general outline only and dose not reflect the timetabled classes, public holidays, mid-semester breaks or other factors that affect the delivery.
  • The Canvas shell contains a more detailed teaching schedule and must be referred to on a regular (weekly) basis.
  • Further updates may be communicated via Canvas Announcements by your teacher or the course coordinator.
  • While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change.


SEMESTER - 01

  ASSESSMENT TASKS:  

Product Knowledge
W01 ORIENTATION WEEK  
W02 AT-01 - issue

W03 AT-01
W04 AT-01
W05 AT-01
W06 AT-01
W07 AT-01 - pin-up
W08 AT-01 - submit AT-03- Part A
W09 SELF DIRECTED LEARNING  
W10 AT-02 - issue

W11 AT-02  
W12 AT-02  
W13 AT-02  
W14 AT-02 - pin-up  
W15 AT-02  
W16 AT-02 - submit  
W17  ASSESSMENT   


SEMESTER - 02

  ASSESSMENT TASKS:  

Product Knowledge
W01 AT-04 - Primer-01  
W02 AT-04

W03 AT-04
W04 AT-04
W05 AT-04
W06 AT-04
W07 AT-04
W08 AT-04
W09 SELF DIRECTED LEARNING  
W10 AT-04

W11 AT-04  
W12 AT-04  
W13 AT-04  
W14 AT-04 - pin-up  
W15 AT-04   AT-03 - Part B
W16 AT-04 - submit   AT-03 - Part B
W17  ASSESSMENT   

Refer to Canvas for details:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98030/assignments/syllabus

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Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Refer to Canvas for unit specific resources:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98030


RMIT Library:
Library Subject Guides: Architecture, Building Design and Urban Design
https://rmit.libguides.com/architecturebuildingandurbandesign

including:

  • Australian Standards Online (SAI Global)
  • Acumen (Australian Institute of Architects) and more...


RMIT Study Support  
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub 

including:

  • One-on-one consultations
  • Peer mentoring
  • Studiosity
  • Learning Lab and more...

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Overview of Assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate building design workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures. Holistic or project-based assessment with other related units is recommended.

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:
• liaise with client and external stakeholders in the development of a design presentation
• prepare and facilitate a design presentation to industry standard
• communicate design ideas and solutions with sketches and images.
 


Assessment Tasks

Assessment Overview:
This unit is delivered and assessed through a holistic, integrated, project-based approach between Design Sustainable Buildings and Present Architectural Designs. Assessment tasks and processes link together elements and performance criteria from the same unit, and group together elements and performance criteria from both units.


Assessment Tasks and Submissions:
All assessment tasks in this integrated course MUST be submitted as scheduled in order to be assessed for Competency at the end of the unit.

  • Submitting all assessment tasks does not equate to Competency AchievedCompetency is assessed against the unit's performance criteria as per the Assessment Matrix.
  • Failing to submit all assessment tasksby the scheduled deadlines throughout the academic year will result in a DNS - Did Not Submit awarded at the end of unit. 
  • Adjustments to assessments can be made by following RMIT protocol:https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
  • Always refer to the Teaching Schedule for dates: https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98030/assignments/syllabus
  • All assessment tasks MUST be authenticated in order to be assessed. Authentication requires students to actively participate in ALL scheduled classes and have their work reviewed by their teacher on a regular basis. 
  • Resubmissions are generally not possible unless specified in a particular assessment brief.
  • Students may not be able to continue to the second year of the program until a Competency Achieved is awarded against the unit.


Assessment Processes:
All assessment tasks in this integrated unit are assessed as either formative and/or summative:

  • Formative assessments evaluate student performance throughout the unit.
  • Formative assessments provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered essential building blocks for the more substantial Summative Assessments.
  • Formative assessments in this course are assessed against a range of criteria as Satisfactory or Not Satisfactory.
  • Summative assessments evaluate student learning at the end of the unit, against the unit's Performance Criteria and Required Skills and Knowledge.
  • Summative assessments in this course are required to be deemed satisfactory against all assessment criteria in order for a
    Competency Achieved grade awarded. 
  • If any assessment criteria are deemed Not Satisfactory on a Summative Assessment, a Not Yet Competent grade will be awarded.


Assessment Tasks Summary:


   Type  Assessment  Resubmission
 Semester-01  AT-01  Product  Formative  NO
   AT-02  Product  Formative  NO
   AT-03 part A  Knowledge  Formative  Multiple attempts at online quiz
 Semester-02  AT-03 part B  Knowledge  Formative + Summative  Multiple attempts at online quiz
   AT-04  Product  Summative  One resubmission opportunity if applicable*

* At the project deadline, if the submitted work is sufficiently complete and can be authenticated, a teacher may allow one resubmission opportunity.


Refer to Canvas Assignment section for more specific assessment criterial and details:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98030


Assessment Task Feedback Processes:
1. General Feedback: 
The most important feedback is the feedback that occurs in class discussions and via the resources provided through Canvas. As such, students are expected to:

  • attend and participate in every class and lecture as scheduled.
  • understand that valuable feedback and advice may be delivered in an ad hoc basis.
  • reference the Canvas based resources regularly.
  • take a scholastic approach to their studies, which includes note taking and reflection.
  • review the teaching schedule prior to classes to ensure you come to each class prepared.


2. Formal Feedback:
Rubrics in Canvas will display feedback across a range of assessment criteria as explained above, specific to each Assessment Task. Further details are available through Canvas under the Assignments section: https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98030


This unit is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment and RMIT University VE Grades:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/results/grading-information/vet-grades#final 

NB: Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace.

Refer to Canvas for details:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98030

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Assessment Matrix

The Assessment Matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.

These mapping documents are available through the Program Administration if required.  

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Other Information

The links below are to various parts of the RMIT website and should be referred to on a regular basis until familiarity with them is achieved.

Academic Integrity:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity

Academic Progress:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress

Appeals:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/appeals

Apply for Credit:

  • Credit Transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). 
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.   

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit 

Assessment (including submission):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/assessment

Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises.  
It is expected that you will attend all timetabled sessions and engage in the required learning activities.
This is the only way to ensure you maximise your opportunity to complete this course successfully. 

Employability skills:
http://mams.rmit.edu.au/m1ad83koqygu.pdf

Extensions and special consideration:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment

Student Charter:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-life/rights-responsibilities/charter

Student Responsibilities:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-life/rights-responsibilities/statement

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