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Architectural Technology in Context
Undergraduate | CUR-BAS210 | 2018
Course information for 2018 intake
Construct a solid foundation in environmental design of small, local buildings. Consider climate and passive design techniques to improve performance and reduce energy use. Reflect on the community and environmental benefits of responsible design.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- Subject may require attendance
- Entry requirements
- Prior study needed
- Duration
- -
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Architectural Technology in Context
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- synthesise relevant data to inform design decisions
- evaluate the environmental impact of design decisions
- apply passive design principles to a project
- assess performance of the built environment using appropriate technologies
- reflect upon the impact of design decisions and the relationship between the natural, human and built environment.
- Introduction to the Contexts
- Sun, Earth, Heat and Energy
- Materials and Properties
- Understanding Structure and Forces
- Knowing Structure and Forces 1
- Knowing Structure and Forces 2
- Strategies and Efficiencies
- Radiation and Shade
- Conduction and Thermal Mass
- Internal Gains and Ventilation
- Sustainability and R-Code Awareness
- Review
This unit is not taking enrolments for Study Period 4, 2017. Effective Study Period 4, 2017, this unit will be known as BAS150 Architectural Technology in Context. Students who want to complete this unit in SP4 should enrol into BAS150.
Environmental design of small scale buildings in the local context. Relationships between climate and design using passive techniques that address building performance and acknowledge regional, national and international environmental responsibilities.
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- Written report (20%)
- Models and drawings (20%)
- Invigilated Exam (30%)
- Calculate thermal performance (30%)
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Prior study
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Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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