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BADP2004: Architectural Technology and Construction
2025 unit information
This unit introduces students to the fundamental principles of architectural technology, focusing on the analysis of building components, structural systems, and construction methods. It emphasizes the integration of technical design requirements and solutions and their relation to the production of architecture. Through drawings and models, students will develop foundational skills in observation, drafting, and 3D modeling to effectively analyze and communicate the technical, structural, and constructional aspects of buildings. This unit will also introduce students to design principles related to the environmental performance of building components. Case studies, technical drawing production, and model-making will serve as the primary means for students to demonstrate their understanding of key technical aspects of building envelopes, structures, and construction processes as they relate to the design of an architectural proposition.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Architecture |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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BDES1023 and BAEN1001 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. understand the principles of building technology (nomenclature and requirements)
- LO2. understand the functional requirements and basic performance of the building envelope
- LO3. understand the complexity of building technological design and be able to source correctly the additional consultation needed to resolve the design
- LO4. detail a building envelope correctly
- LO5. know the functional composition of the building envelope
- LO6. understand the functional requirements of the main building material
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