Online Courses Handbook 2003

165810 v.6 Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science)

BAppSc(Curtin)

Introduction
This course is the prerequisite for entry into the Bachelor of Architecture degree. It provides broad based education of three years duration allowing mobility between other architecture courses within Australia, providing access to other postgraduate study at masters level. Students not intending to continue studies may use the knowledge gained in this course to seek employment within the architectural profession or building industry.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
None.

Specific Requirements
Non-TEE students are advised to contact the School to arrange an interview where they may be required to present a folio. STAT elements considered are E and V and Q.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
The course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study. Part-time students are required to complete units in a prescribed sequence and must obtain approval to study part-time. Requirements for corequisites may be waived in some cases for part-time students. Applicants with the Bachelor of Applied Science (Interior Architecture) degree may also graduate from this degree by successful completion of an approved sequence of units.

Professional Recognition
This course does not qualify the holder for registration as an architect or for Associate Membership of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

12791 v.3 Design Communication 101 2.0 12.5

1632 v.6 Architecture and Culture 101 3.0 25.0

7557 v.7 Building Technology 101 3.0 12.5

7558 v.9 Architecture/Interior Design 101 6.5 37.5

7580 v.5 Communication Principles 111 2.0 12.5

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

12792 v.2 Ecologically Sustainable Design 102 2.0 12.5

12793 v.3 Design Communication 102 4.0 25.0

7559 v.8 Architecture/Interior Design 102 6.0 37.5

7569 v.7 Architecture and Culture 102 2.0 12.5

7577 v.7 Building Technology 102 3.0 12.5

100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

2984 v.7 Building Science 201 2.0 12.5

6848 v.3 Architectural Techniques 201 2.0 12.5

6856 v.4 Architecture and Culture 201 2.0 12.5

7578 v.8 Building Technology 201 4.0 25.0

8384 v.3 Architectural Design 201 6.5 37.5

100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

2985 v.7 Building Technology 202 3.0 25.0

6851 v.4 Architecture and Culture 202 2.0 12.5

7553 v.9 Building Science 202 2.0 12.5

8385 v.3 Architectural Design 202 6.5 37.5

8497 v.4 Computer Aided Design 202 2.0 12.5

100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

3836 v.7 Building Technology 301 4.0 25.0

7550 v.9 Architecture and Culture 301 2.0 12.5

7554 v.10 Building Science 301 3.0 25.0

9521 v.3 Architectural Design 301 6.5 37.5

100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

12795 v.4 ACP Special Topics 302 2.0 25.0

3837 v.7 Building Science 302 2.0 12.5

7579 v.6 Building Technology 302 2.0 12.5

9522 v.3 Architectural Design 302 6.5 37.5

9684 v.12 Architecture and Culture 302 2.0 12.5

100.0

NB Elective unit must be selected from within the School of Architecture on approval from the Course Coordinator.

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