Architectural Technology and Making

• • Why is Making Important
  • How do you make Floors
  • How do you make Walls
  • How do you make Doors Windows and Openings
  • How do you make Roofs
  • Making Building Safe: Codes and Standards
  • How do you make Stairs and Ramps
  • Making Sure Buildings Stand Up: Structural Engineering for Architects Part 1
  • Making Sure Buildings Don’t Fall Down: Structural Engineering for Architects Part 2
  • Making Buildings Works: Services in small-scale buildings
  • Making Better: Construction Waster and Life Cycle Analysis

You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:

CUR-BAS120-Technology of Design ;

Special requirements

• EquipmentDetails - Access to hardware: webcam, speakers and microphone.

This subject explores the notion of architecture and making by focusing on the relationship of methods of construction, integration of structural principles and selection of materials in the design process of small scale architecture. Work integrated learning is incorporated through integration and application of construction knowledge and design documentation.

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• Exercise 1 (Group) (30%)
• Exercise 2 (Individual) (40%)
• eTest (30%)