This unit will introduce students to advanced architectural modelling workflows and visualisation techniques using industry-leading software. The unit is delivered through incremental project-based tasks that ensure a relevant context for the acquisition of knowledge and the development of professional skills.

Learning outcomes

After successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Digitally model complex space structures using industry-leading strategies and techniques;
2. Diagrammatically communicate complex architectural assemblies;
3. Develop and apply simple associative modelling and parametric design practices;
4. Produce visually compelling representations of architectural environments, assemblies and materials;
5. Interact with digital (CNC) fabrication technologies; and
6. Apply augmented reality technologies within architectural design and production.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development

Prerequisites

11624 BE Digital Design Techniques 01: Fundamentals OR
8330 Digital Environments OR
11013 Pixels and Polygons

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

11131 Space, Time and Form

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

1. A working knowledge of 3D modelling software (Preferably Rhino3D).
2. Basic experience of digital fabrication technologies (3D printing and laser-cutting).
3. Ability to work with and manipulate vector graphics using industry standard software (Illustrator).