Module Details

Module Code: ARCH7046
Title: Architecture Production 2D/3D
Long Title: Architecture Production 2D/3D
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5810 - Architecture & Urban Environment
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module focuses on the development of CAD drawing for tender and construction with the integration of specifications that are fit for purpose in design documentation. The module also includes advanced Sketch-up for 3D modelling of buildings/interiors on a site.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Produce cross referenced tender and construction specification plans and schedules at industry levels.
LO2 Produce production drawings and specifications.
LO3 Construct and compose industry standard drawings and schedules
LO4 Design 3D virtual environments with unique seamless textures, and bespoke terrains.
LO5 Integrate 3D models with Google maps geo-location.
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).

14214 ARCH6086 Introduction 2D AutoCAD
14215 ARCH6087 Manual & Digital Visualisation
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.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
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.

Students enrolling in this module need to be able to have an intermediate level in Autocad and Sketchup software.
 
Indicative Content
Production Drawing and Specifications
RIAI Stages, Tender and construction stages, fit for purpose/Reasonable Care. Specification, performance specification and Design Liability. Material compliance with regulations and safety, slip, Part-M, Fire spread,  combustibility, acoustics, sound transfer, failure, warrantee, Duty of Reasonable Skill and Care, Bolam Test, usual practice and professional standards and professional indemnity. Coordinating Production drawings from finishes, to general assemblies, fitted furniture, reflected ceiling plans, lighting, mechanical and electrical services. Developing cross referenced finishes schedules in Excel and in CAD. Attend CPDs from industry and visit showrooms/sites to review and understand the performance needs in specification.
Advanced Sketchup
Developing advanced skills in Sketchup,  Photomatch from multiple images and integrate a model into a site photograph. Create and manipulate Curved Form. Import and Export CAD. Effectively create a massing interior and exterior model from a CAD file. Efficiently organize groups, components, and layers to increase model performance. Leverage Advanced Presentation Techniques. Understand the uses of the Section Tool. Apply Styles to showcase and present models in unique ways. Make compelling presentations from Scenes and Styles created in SketchUp and including geolocation.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Produce a plan drawings illustrating all loose and fitted furniture. Specify all the furniture and finishes. Cross reference this drawing with a finishes schedule. Produce a reflected ceiling plan illustrating specified lighting, fire exit signage, ventilation, PIRs, Smoke detectors and ceiling components and a floor finishes drawing.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
Produce a 3D model of your studio project building geolocated to the site with terrain gradients. Produce sectional cutaway renders, or montage buildings and interiors within a site context.
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.

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
Lecture Contact 2D & 3D production techniques and theory Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact CAD Application Every Week 3.00 3
Lecturer Supervised Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Coursework 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
Lecture Contact 2D & 3D production techniques and theory Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact CAD Application Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Coursework Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Stephen Yakeley and Diana Yakeley. (2010), The BIID Interior Design Job Book, British Institute of Interior Design, [ISBN: 1859463495].
  • Susan C. Piedmont-Palladino. (2018), How Drawings Work: A User-Friendly Theory, Routledge, [ISBN: 1315531399].
  • Lisa Godsey. (2017), Interior Design Materials and Specifications: Studio Instant Access, Bloomsbury, [ISBN: 1501317598].
  • Aidan Chopra. (2010), Google Sketchup for Dummies, [ISBN: 1118016610].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_DINAR_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Interior Architecture 5 Mandatory
CR_DIARC_7 Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture 5 Mandatory