Technology Dissertation - Erasmus

Overview

A structured sequence of exercises, workshops, and reviews, dealing with the integration and assimilation of technology within architectural design.

Learning Objectives

K4 Knowledge and understanding of materials, space, light and their interaction with assembly and construction K8 Knowledge and understanding of the core values underlying sustainable design K9 Knowledge and appreciation of design intentions and its resolution through technology and
construction
K12 Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework within which buildings are designed K13 Knowledge and understanding of research methodologies
A4 Ability to assimilate and if necessary challenge external inputs, information, contradictions, contexts within the design process
A5 Ability to assimilate technology as both process and context within ambitious and sophisticated architectural design proposal
T2 Ability to apply informed judgment to knowledge acquisition T3 Ability to distil complex issues, discern patterns, and identify salient points
T4 Ability to process and communicate advanced thought in text/prose
T7 Ability to construct an extended essay, to assemble data, to manipulate language, and to demonstrate clarity and effectiveness in sequential argument, layout and display of text and illustrations
T8 Ability to work creatively and successfully within a team

Skills

Selecting and applying appropriate Research Skills to investigate given subject - Ability to build and present an evidenced argument - Self-organisational skills

Assessment

Satisfactory completion of studio-based design project(s) comprising coursework, lectures, workshops, tutorials.