Area: | Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 4.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Tutorial: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 7577 (v.7) Building Technology 102 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | Focuses on two introductory modules concerned with the design of small scale framed buildings. Construction and Materials - properties and application of framing components and cladding materials, related 'skin and frame' construction systems. Related structure theory. The undertaking of project-based design exercises, liaise with structural engineers and access related building construction sites. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- The ability to understand and explain some fundamentals of the Theory of Structures. The ability to apply the above to architectural design and evaluate simple structures in timber and steel;. A basic understanding of: small-scale building with regard to: skin and frame construction - resolution of detailing and material modules in building, ideas and attitudes of assembly and making small buildings and a developing understanding of the interdependency of construction, structures and materials in architectural design. |
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: | Residential Timber-Framed Construction: All Parts and Supplements: Non-cyclonic areas, AS1684.2-1999 Standards Australia, Strathfield. Caldwell, M. (1993), Small Buildings, Pamphlet Architecture 17, Princeton Architectural Press, New York Hunt, T. (1997), Tony Hunt's Structures Notebook, Architectural Press, Oxford. Ogg, A, (1987), Architecture in Steel: The Australian Context, RAIA, Red Hill., ACT Standards Australia., (1993), Understanding The Timber Framing Code. SAA HB44-1993, Timber Development Association of South Australia Incorporated, Adelaide. |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Construction and Materials- Project 1: submission 1 10 %, submission 2 15 %, Project 2 30 %, WebCT participation and input 5 %. Theory of Structures- Final Test 28 %, Mid Semester Test 12 %. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 30900 Civil Engineering (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Supplemental | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | |
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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