Unit Outline

Bachelor of Architecture & Built Environments Architecture Studio units focus on the development and refinement of conceptual, analytical and technical skills through applied problem-based learning in a diverse range of real-world contexts. In first year, Studios focus on establishing foundational design knowledge and competencies. Architecture Studio: Place focuses on the development of foundational knowledge and skills related to the design of objects in landscapes. Through examination of historical and contemporary precedents, you will develop understanding of architectural elements and principles of place, form and order. A series of exercises introduce you to empirical approaches to site analysis and design including understanding of topography, design for climate and experiential dimensions of place. You will also develop foundational analogue skills in imagining, representing and testing ideas in 2D and 3D through sketches, diagrams, model-making techniques and orthographic projections across relevant scales from the site to the detail. At the culmination of the unit you will apply your knowledge and skills in a design proposal for a small-scale habitable structure.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1.	Identify design priorities for a specific site through detailed site analysis and application of climate design principles.
2.	Conceptualise design ideas informed by speculative and critical analysis of historical and contemporary precedents.
3.	Employ iterative design processes to develop and refine designs in response to a given project brief.
4.	Communicate 3D spatial design propositions using model-making techniques, orthographic projections and diagrams.

Alterations as a result of student feedback

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Hurdle Task: model-making OnGuard	Week 2	0 %	LO4
Assessment Task 2:	Second Skin	Week 4	25 %	LO1, LO2, LO4
Assessment Task 3:	Climate responsive design	Week 9	35 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Assessment Task 4:	Parasite	Week 14	40 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Hurdle Task: model-making OnGuard

Task Description:

Workplace Health and Safety is critical in the workplace. This unit aims to develop proficiency on a range of tools and equipment within the UTAS workshops. Prior to using any equipment, you are required to undertake basic training via the OnGuard training system (details will be provided in class and via MyLO).

Task Length:

Online module(s).

Due Date:

Week 2

Weight:

0 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Correct answers to quiz questions based on module learnings.	LO4

Assessment Task 2: Second Skin

Task Description:

Research climatic design of vernacular building traditions and fabricate artifacts based on relevant design principles.

Task Length:

Physical artifacts and design report

Due Date:

Week 4

Weight:

25 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Identify and apply climate responsive design principles	LO1
2	Research and analyse relevant climate types and precedents	LO2
3	Document the design process using appropriate design communication techniques.	LO4
4	Fabricate an artifact that embodies climate responsive design strategies.	LO4

Assessment Task 3: Climate responsive design

Task Description:

Locate and arrange small habitable structures in three different climate regions. The design will be explored in both physical model and orthographic drawings.

Task Length:

Design drawings and annotated images.

Due Date:

Week 9

Weight:

35 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Research and describe climatic responsive design principles for three climate scenarios.	LO1
2	Identify relationships between climatic design concepts and apply creatively to a design problem.	LO3
3	Use precedents to inform and justify design thinking.	LO2
4	Organise climatic design concepts through use of relevant techniques and tools in order to communicate in an engaging and critically reflective manner	LO4

Assessment Task 4: Parasite

Task Description:

Design a parasitic structure located in an urban space, based on a comprehensive site analysis. The design will be explored in both physical model and orthographic drawings.

Task Length:

Model, orthographic drawings, and precedent analysis.

Due Date:

Week 14

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Identify and interpret site characteristics.	LO1
2	Identify relevant precedents to inform design thinking.	LO2
3	Create dwelling spaces in response to client brief.	LO3
4	Document iterative design thinking and orthographic drawings of a dwelling.	LO4

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.