Module Details
| Module Code: |
ARCH6083 |
| Title: |
Arch Graphics: 3D fundamentals
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Long Title:
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Arch Graphics: 3D fundimentals
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2020/21 ( September 2020 ) |
| Field of Study: |
5810 - Architecture & Urban Environment
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| Module Description: |
The module provides an introduction to the skills, procedures and commands required to produce 2D/3D virtual model of buildings through Building Modelling Software packages to professional architectural standards. Introduction into 3D Sketching software. Professional practice preparation skills will be introduced.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Apply basic computer commands in the production of a virtual model of a building, using Building modelling software. |
| LO2 |
Apply the principles of Building Information Modelling through Building Modelling Software. |
| LO3 |
Graphically express the structure and design concept of a building through 3D computer
Sketch-modelling software. |
| LO4 |
Apply the skills of Sketch-modelling software and building modelling software to produce graphic presentation boards. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| No requirements listed |
| Indicative Content |
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Building Design Modelling
Brief overview of Building Modelling Software, grids & levels, walls, pad foundations, columns and floor modifications, creating structural joints, inputting and manipulating structural elements from families, creating sheet layouts in multiple scales, simple basement construction.
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3D Visualisation SketchUp
SketchUp software to be used in conjunction with a studio project. 3D Computer visualisation used as a graphical aid to explore the structure, form & design intent of a selected building. Simple massing models, basic geometry, material application, editing, components, groups, animation, styles, light & shadows.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lab |
Contact |
Sketchup and Revit |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Completion of studio project work |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lab |
Contact |
Sketchup and Revit |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Completion of studio project work |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Aidan Chopra. (2008), Google SketchUp 8 For Dummies, John Wiley & Sons Inc, New Jersey, [ISBN: 9780470916827].
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Eric Wing. (2017), Autodesk Revit 2017 for Architecture, 1st. Sybex, [ISBN: 978111924330].
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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Robin de Jongh. (2010), SketchUp 7.1 for Architectural Visualization, 1st Ed. Packet Publishing, Birmingham, UK, [ISBN: 9781847199461].
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| This module does not have any other resources |
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