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307865 (v.1) Planning Graphics and Design 112


 

Area:

Department of Urban and Regional Planning

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Studio:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

An introduction to graphic presentation and design issues
 

Unit Outcomes:

Upon completion of this unit students will have developed a knowledge of and skills in the design of suburbs, including sub-division plans (zoning, concept, structure, detailed sub-division plan and development application plan). Developed a knowledge ofand skills in, the design of a public space including perspective drawing. Developed a knowledge of and skills in the design of a sub-centre including display information boards (presentation, and handling information).

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Bentley, A., Alcock, A., Murrian, P., McGlynn and Smith, (1985). Responsive Environments, A Manual For Designers. Oxford, Butterworth Heinemann Ltd. Cunningham. C.J., (1984). Presentation Drawing for Students of Urban and Regional Planning. Armadale, University of New England. Gehl, J. (1992). Public Spaces and Public Life in Perth. Perth, Department of Planning and Urban Development. Porter, T and Greenstreet, B. (1980). Manual of Graphic Techniques for Architects, Graphic Designers and Artists. London, Astragal Books.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Suburb design plans 30%, Public space design 30%, Sub centre design 40%. This is a grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 40100 Architecture and Urban Environment (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Not Online  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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