Subject details

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

  1. develop research skills in analytical research methods appropriate for research of architectural systems
  2. apply methods and tools to a nominated project to analyse systems and inform design decisions
  3. use multiple modes of communication to illustrate methods of rigorous evaluation and testing of the nominated project
  4. synthesise findings and document outcomes in a critical review of a research project.
    • Introduction to Parametric Design
    • Points and Lines
    • Curves and Functions
    • Surfaces
    • Curvature & Surface Geometry
    • Carrier surfaces and Components
    • Parametric Component Design and Construction
    • Tessellation by Parametric Replication
    • Fabrication

  • Study resources

    • Instructional methods

      • Audio/Video conferencing
      • Discussion forum/Discussion Board
      • Online assignment submission
      • Standard Media
      • Web links

    • Online materials

      • Audio-Video streaming
      • Online Assessment
      • Printable format materials
      • Resources and Links

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Core
  • CUR-MAA-MAS-2019
Elective
  • OUA-PSU-GCE-2019
  • GRF-ART-DIP-2019
  • UNE-PRO-GCE-2019

Special requirements

  • OtherDetails -

    Access to hardware: webcam, speakers and microphone

This subject was previously known as Architectural Systems Research Topics.

Students will develop research skills focused on digital, technological or environmental architectural systems through the analysis of a nominated research project. Students will conduct an in depth exploration of a complex architectural project with a diverse client profile, and a multi-layered response to environments. There will be a fieldwork component, the nature of which is dependent upon the focus of the research.

Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.

Find out more about the Academic Integrity module.

  • Project Research Analysis Report (30%)
  • Project Synthesis Report (40%)
  • Reflective Report (30%)

Textbook information is pending.

Related degrees

postgraduate CUR-MAA-MAS-2019

Master of Architecture

postgraduate OUA-PSU-GCE-2019

Postgraduate Single Subjects

postgraduate UNE-PRO-GCE-2019

Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice