Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 4
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Architecture, Design and Planning School
Form and Space: This course introduces the foundations of architectural design through short exercises that engage issues of space and form in relationship to human scale, movement and inhabitation. Processes of deriving and refining responses to architectural questions are introduced. Physical and digital modelling and drawing are used to develop skills in observation, visualisation and representation
ARCH1100 is the foundational design course offered in theﾠBachelor of Architectural Design.ﾠIt is one of six core courses in the degree in which solutions to design problems are developed through experimentation, iteration, collaboration and review in a studio setting. ARCH1100 develops knowledge and skills in three-dimensional form-making and spatial composition using a variety of processesﾠand media.ﾠARCH1100 also introduces students to human scale, movement and inhabitation, observation and perception, and architectural concepts and terminology.ﾠ Knowledge and skills acquired through this exploration are applied to the schematic design of simple structures and their presentation using architectural conventions. ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ ﾠ
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students are assumed to have completed Year 12 English. Visual communication skills gained from the study of art, graphics or other design-based subjects are beneficial.ﾠ
Recommended companion or co-requisite courses
We recommend completing the following courses at the same time:
ARCH1140 and ARCH1160
Restrictions
BArchDes students only. Study abroad students must seek Head of School's permission to enrol.
Course contact
Course coordinator
Ms Natalie Lis
Course staff
Lecturer
Associate Professor Antony Moulis
Ms Natalie Lis
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Please refer to 4.1 Learning Activities and to theﾠStudio Outline available on Blackboard for a detailed schedule of all teaching and learning activities. Students are advised to check the Blackboard site regularly for updates to scheduled events as they are subject to change.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to introduce students to design processes for the development of three-dimensional form and architectural spaces.ﾠ
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Analyse the opportunities and constraints presented by different processes for the ordering of space and form.
LO2.
Apply an intentional design process to the development of three-dimensional form and space.
LO3.
Communicate schematic design proposals using a variety of media.
LO4.
Demonstrate skills in working collaboratively.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product/ Design |
Assessment 1
|
40% |
Submission 2/04/2025 4:00 pm Presentations in class 3/04/2025 |
| Product/ Design |
Assessment 2
|
60% |
Submission 28/05/2025 4:00 pm Presentation in class 29/05/2025 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Assessment 1
- Team or group-based
- Mode
- Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Product/ Design
- Weight
- 40%
- Due date
Submission 2/04/2025 4:00 pm
Presentations in class 3/04/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
Assessment Rationale:
A series of design tasks including group and individual project work that introduces concepts of architectural qualities, form, space and use The skills-based learning will include ways of seeing, ways of generating and developing ideas, as well as how to communicate and present project work. Assessment 1 details and requirements are provided in the Studio Outline and course handouts on Blackboard.
This task has been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex: Whilst students may use AI and/or MT technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will require students to critically engage in specific contexts and tasks for which artificial intelligence will provide only limited support and guidance. A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct. To pass this assessment, students will be required to demonstrate detailed comprehension of their written submission independent of AI and MT tools.
Submission guidelines
The School of Architecture, Design and Planning uses Blackboard and Turnitin for assessment submission. Turnitin is accessed through the course Blackboard site. Turnitin also checks for plagiarism or instances where the original work of others is not appropriately acknowledged. Uploaded files must contain readable text and not be rasterised. Students are advised to commence assignment uploads with sufficient amount of time (consider possible technical problems with computers, internet speed, etc). After successfully submitting an assignment through Turnitin, a ‘Submission Complete!’ screen will be displayed. It is the student’s responsibility to check assignment preview and confirm successful submission. If the ‘Submission Complete!’ screen isn’t displayed, the student should regard the submission as unsuccessful. Students should download a copy of the digital receipt as proof they have submitted the assignment. Students who are experiencing upload issues must advise the Course Coordinator immediately by email and should include screenshots and a copy of the assessment for submission. To meet professional accreditation, public engagement and quality assurance obligations, digital copies of all course assessment items must be submitted in addition to any hard copy submission requirements specified in individual Course / Studio Outlines. Any physical models should be photographed and a minimum of two photographs describing the complete and full model must be included in the digital submission.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
If a student wishes to apply for an extension, they must apply online on or before the assignment due date. When possible, it is suggested that requests are submitted 2 business days prior to the submission due date for the assignment to allow processing time. Students with outstanding applications for extensions are advised to submit their assessment by the original due date, irrespective of whether the work is complete, so that what has been done can be graded.
Late submission
The late penalty for this assessment item will be calculated as follows:
First 1-hour block - initial 1 hour grace period no penalty.
Second 1-hour block - An penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark allocated for the assessment item will be deducted
Third 1-hour block - An additional penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark allocated for the assessment item will be deducted. (adding up to a total penalty of 20% of the maximum possible mark)
Any submissions received after three hours will not receive any marks unless an extension has been approved. Each one-hour block is recorded from the time the submission is due.
Assessment 2
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Product/ Design
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
Submission 28/05/2025 4:00 pm
Presentation in class 29/05/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
Assessment Rationale:
Individual design-based project work that builds on the knowledge and skills developed in Assessment 1 tasks. In this project, students will design a small-scale building exploring ideas of space, form and use in response to contemporary urban and ecological conditions.
This task has been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex: Whilst students may use AI and/or MT technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will require students to critically engage in specific contexts and tasks for which artificial intelligence will provide only limited support and guidance. A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct. To pass this assessment, students will be required to demonstrate detailed comprehension of their written submission independent of AI and MT tools.
Hurdle requirements
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied to receive a specific grade in the course. This assessment item is designated as a Hurdle in this course. This means a minimum achievement of 50% (a grade of 4) is required for this assessment item in order to pass the course. Meeting the hurdle requirement for a course does not guarantee a passing grade for the course and in order to pass this course, students also need to achieve a minimum grade of 4 overall.Submission guidelines
The School of Architecture, Design and Planning uses Blackboard and Turnitin for assessment submission. Turnitin is accessed through the course Blackboard site. Turnitin also checks for plagiarism or instances where the original work of others is not appropriately acknowledged. Uploaded files must contain readable text and not be rasterised. Students are advised to commence assignment uploads with sufficient amount of time (consider possible technical problems with computers, internet speed, etc). After successfully submitting an assignment through Turnitin, a ‘Submission Complete!’ screen will be displayed. It is the student’s responsibility to check assignment preview and confirm successful submission. If the ‘Submission Complete!’ screen isn’t displayed, the student should regard the submission as unsuccessful. Students should download a copy of the digital receipt as proof they have submitted the assignment. Students who are experiencing upload issues must advise the Course Coordinator immediately by email and should include screenshots and a copy of the assessment for submission. To meet professional accreditation, public engagement and quality assurance obligations, digital copies of all course assessment items must be submitted in addition to any hard copy submission requirements specified in individual Course / Studio Outlines. Any physical models should be photographed and a minimum of two photographs describing the complete and full model must be included in the digital submission.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
The late penalty for this assessment item will be calculated as follows:
First 1-hour block - initial 1 hour grace period no penalty.
Second 1-hour block - An penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark allocated for the assessment item will be deducted
Third 1-hour block - An additional penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark allocated for the assessment item will be deducted. (adding up to a total penalty of 20% of the maximum possible mark)
Any submissions received after three hours will not receive any marks unless an extension has been approved. Each one-hour block is recorded from the time the submission is due.
Late submission
The late penalty for this assessment item will be calculated as follows:
First 1-hour block - initial 1 hour grace period no penalty.
Second 1-hour block - An penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark allocated for the assessment item will be deducted
Third 1-hour block - An additional penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark allocated for the assessment item will be deducted. (adding up to a total penalty of 20% of the maximum possible mark)
Any submissions received after three hours will not receive any marks unless an extension has been approved. Each one-hour block is recorded from the time the submission is due.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 24 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
Identity verified assessment (IVA) -ﾠArchitectural Design Courses
Architectural Design Courses require the cumulative integration of critical reflection and feedback on original creative ideas in an iterative process of project work developed over time in the studio context. To meet assessment validity and integrity obligations in Architectural Design Courses,ﾠstudents must regularly present and discuss their work with staff over the course of scheduled studio learning activities including lectures, structured studio activities, workshops, individual and group consultations, presentations and critiques. Students are expected to participate in at least 80% of scheduled studio activities in which the progress of their work is intended to be monitored and reviewed. If participation in such activities falls below 80% students may be requested to submit process work (such as drawings, models and design exegesis). If a student is not able to provide evidence of authorship to the satisfaction of the course coordinator, or if their participation falls below 50%, a maximum grade of 3 will be awarded.ﾠ
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is not available for this course.
Supplementary assessment will not be offered in Architectural Design courses to any student with a failing grade of 3 or less. Due to the need for the cumulative integration of critical reflection and feedback on original creative ideas in an iterative process of project work development over time.
Additional assessment information
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
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Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
Studio |
Studio Week 1 - Course + Project 1 introduction Week 2 - Ideas and Testing Session Week 3 - Interim Reviews Week 4 - Architecture for Environment Week 5 - Presenting Ideas Week 6 - Project 1 - Submission and Final Reviews Week 7 - Project 2 Introduction Week 8 - Modelling Exercise Mid semester break Week 9 - Functional Planning Exercise Week 10 - Interim Reviews Week 11 - Assignment Preparation Week 12 - Assignment Preparation Week 13 - Project 2 - Submission and Final Reviews Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Policies and procedures
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- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
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