Course Title: Provide design solutions for residential and commercial buildings

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2020

Course Code: ARCH5234

Course Title: Provide design solutions for residential and commercial buildings

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

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

Course Contact: Catherine Ciavarella

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4818

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


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 200

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 apply the theories and principles of design to the design of buildings. It can be applied to both residential buildings (BCA Classes 1 and 10) and commercial buildings (BCA Classes 2 to 9). It requires the ability to research, analyse and evaluate information on the history and elements of architecture and their influence on current practice. It includes developing a design response which meets the requirements of a project brief, and communicating a final design solution to relevant stakeholders.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VU22465 Provide design solutions for residential and commercial buildings

Element:

Apply design principles to the context of a site

Performance Criteria:

3.1 

The project brief is analysed to determine client requirements for the design. 

3.2 

The correlation between human behaviour, function, aesthetics, typology, neighbourhood character and site context is analysed to determine patterns of movement, spatial relationships and visual goals determined by the project brief. 

3.3 

Circulation patterns/bubble diagrams are developed to illustrate patterns of movement and spatial relationships. 

3.4 

Social, sustainable and technical factors are integrated in accordance with relevant building and planning regulatory requirements and contextual and site restraints. 

3.5 

Information of precedent buildings is established to facilitate application to current concept development. 

3.6 

Town planning controls are analysed and applied to design to comply with local council regulations. 

Element:

Determine design principles

Performance Criteria:

2.1 

The history and main principles of design theories are researched and examined to inform, compare and contrast with present beliefs, methods and practice. 

2.2 

Sound and innovative design principles are researched and its application to a tectonic concept is analysed. 

2.3 

The relationship between art, architecture and nature is explored to determine the application of form, functionality and aesthetics in design. 

2.4 

The relationship of principles of symmetry, rhythm and symbolism in art and architecture are researched and their application and influence in design is explored with current theories of culture, politics and technology. 

Element:

Develop and express ideas through freehand sketching

Performance Criteria:

4.1 

Principal elements of sketching are identified and explored through visual and sketched studies of built forms and their internal and external features. 

4.2 

Sketches are produced using a range of media to interpret design solutions and concepts and to illustrate details of construction, structural and aesthetic elements of a design. 

4.3 

Selected visualisation techniques are used to enhance readability and interpretation and to display a range of material finishes. 

4.4 

Sketches are produced with accurate proportions and in accordance with project timelines, as required. 

Element:

Research the key movements of global architecture

Performance Criteria:

1.1 

A range of research techniques is used to source information on the influential periods of global architecture in residential and commercial building design through the works of recognised architects and designers. 

1.2 

Architectural terminology and language is identified for application in research. 

1.3 

Emerging residential and commercial design trends are identified and key themes of change explored to inform application in practice 

1.4 

Own knowledge and understanding of global architecture is developed through review and critical analysis of the influences and features of recognised works and emerging trends. 

1.5

The principal characteristics of predominant architectural styles are researched and recorded. 
 1.6  

Impacts of global architecture are analysed for their influence on Australian regional architecture. 

Element:

Resolve and communicate design solutions to a built form

Performance Criteria:

5.1 

Architectural theories are evaluated and integrated to a conceptual program. 

5.2 

Features of comparable building designs are researched to inform the development of a design solution. 

5.3 

Design theories, concepts and ideas are combined to produce a design solution. 

5.4 

The elements of human needs, the environment, sustainability and technology are integrated into a concept design. 

5.5 

A range of alternative responses is developed and reviewed and a final solution is selected for presentation to relevant stakeholders. 

5.6 

The final design solution is confirmed against the project brief and communicated to relevant stakeholders through appropriate presentation media. 


Learning Outcomes


This unit of competency supports the attainment of the knowledge and skills required for building designers to apply the principles and theories of design to residential and commercial building projects.


Details of Learning Activities

  • Course content is delivered through online design studios, using the RMIT LMS Canvas.
  • Assessment tasks are a combination of independent study, self-directed learning and supervised practice in a studio context.
  • Correspondence and additional information is provided through the RMIT Canvas Course shell.


Teaching Schedule

Teaching Schedule 

Residential Design Semester 2 2020
  Assessment  
Week No. MP01 MP02 General Topics Covered
1

MP01:

History/ Theory

 MP02: Dights Falls: Artist in Residence Course Introduction
MP:01 Project Brief
MP:02 Project Brief
Site Analysis checklists
2 Site Visit
3 Precedents[5.2]
Site Data
4 Diagramming Architectural Information
5 Prelim. Presentation #1
6

MP01:UPLOAD TO CANVAS

 Concept Design[2.1][2.2][4.2]
Brainstorming[5.3] Mind maps
Massing/ Form Studies[2.3][4.1]
Sustainable Factors[3.4]
7

 

 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 		 Functional Planning[3.1]
8 Materials Selection[4.3]
Composition[4.4]
   
9 Prelim. Presentation #2 
10 Regulatory Checklist[3.4]
Standards
BCA
Shadow Diagrams[3.6]
11 Graphic Design and student exemplars[3.5]
12 Prelim. Presentation #3[5.5]
13 Writing Architecture
14 Corrections and changes based on Pres. #3
15 In studio work
16 MP:02 Upload to Canvas Final Presentation[5.6]
17 Assessment & Moderation

Commercial Design Semester 1 2021

Week No. MP03 Topics Covered
1

MP03:

Argyle Place South: Ride Share/ 

The ‘beSPOKE’ Cafe

 MP:03 Project Brief
Site Analysis checklists
2 Site Visit
3 Prelim. Presentation #1
4 Functional Planning
5 Concept Design[2.1][2.4]
Brainstorming[2.4]/ Mind maps[5.3]
Massing/ Form Studies[2.2][4.1]
6 Composition[2.3][4.4]
Materials Selection[4.3]
Sustainability[3.4]
7 Regulatory Checklist[3.4][3.6]
Standards
BCA
Shadow Diagrams
8 Prelim. Presentation #2
   
9 Model & Animations
Student exemplars
10 Design Response[3.1]
11 Physical/  Digital model making.
12 Prelim. Presentation #3[5.5]
13 Corrections and changes based on Pres. #3
14 In studio work
15 In studio work
16 MP:03 Upload to Canvas  Final Presentation[5.6]
17   Assessment & Moderation

While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment.

Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 

Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Information about your studies:

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

Assessment:

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.

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

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:

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

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The learning Lab
www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops


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 design drafting 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:
• research and apply knowledge of global architecture, architects and designers and their influences on modern design theories
• apply architectural concepts to a built form
• develop a design solution which meets the requirements of the project brief
• communicate design solutions to stakeholders using a range of media.
 


Assessment Tasks

This course consists of 3 Assessment Tasks, refer to Canvas for full assessment criteria.

  • MP01: Research: History/ Theory (Self directed learning- discussion in studio)
    • Duration approximately 6 weeks.
  • MP02: Residential Design Project
    • Duration 16 weeks approx.
    • Interim presentations /reviews.
  • MP03: Commercial Design Project.
    • Interim presentation/ reviews.
    • Uploaded to Canvas for assessment, 1st Semester 2021, Week 16

All projects must be submitted to be eligible for determination of course competency

Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal, or a combination of both.
Each assessment task is graded as satisfactory or not satisfactory.
A final grade of competency achieved or not yet competent is determined at the end of the course.

CA  Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
RNF Result not finalised
 

 Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency.  To be assessed competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the performance elements within the unit of competency.

The mapping document is available on the canvas course page.

Other Information

Attendance:

Regular studio attendance is essential  for evidence of assessment task validation of authorship, and development.

Your learning experience will involve on line class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

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