Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 4
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Architecture, Design and Planning School
History and Memory: This course develops design propositions from a close and critical engagement with significant built and un-built architectural and urban exemplars. Working with changing and enduring values and associated questions of style, longevity and contemporaneity, students design a series of projects that anticipate future needs and respond to existing built fabric.
Reflective and analytical drawings of precedents inform the production of projects that engage with cultural and disciplinary histories.
ARCH2200 is one of six core courses offered in the Bachelor of Architectural Design degree in which solutions toﾠdesign problems are developed through experimentation, iteration, collaboration and review in a studio setting. In addition to further developing previously acquired architectural knowledge and skills in form and planning, this course provides an introduction to design opportunities presentedﾠby working with architectural precedents. ARCH2200 develops skills in the formulation of architectural concepts that utilise history and architectural precedent in the design process, and that are relevant toﾠcontemporary architectural practice. ARCH2200 also furthers skills in the development of a coherent approach toﾠsynthesiseﾠa design concept andﾠits material resolution. Youﾠwill be required to engage with reflective and analyticalﾠdesign tools in virtual and physical forms to evolve and present design proposals.
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students are assumed to have an introductory understanding of fundamental architectural knowledge and skills.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
ARCH1100 and ARCH1160 and ARCH1201 and BLDG1220
Recommended companion or co-requisite courses
We recommend completing the following courses at the same time:
ARCH2240 and BLDG2120
Restrictions
BArchDes students only. Study abroad students must seek Head of School's permission to enrol.
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to familiarise students with the design opportunities and constraints presented by architectural precedents, and introduce strategies for responding to context.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Use analogue and digital models and drawings in the analysis of historical precedents towards generating new architectural designs.
LO2.
Apply architectural concepts to a moderately complex design problem.
LO3.
Communicate a developed design proposal using reflective and analytical drawings and models.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project | Propositions | 40% Project |
26/08/2024 4:00 pm
Digital Submission: via Blackboard Hardcopy Submission: on Tuesday 27 August. |
| Project | Social Housing Variations | 60% Project |
21/10/2024 4:00 pm
Digital Submission: Via Blackboard |
Assessment details
Propositions
- Mode
- Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Project
- Weight
- 40% Project
- Due date
26/08/2024 4:00 pm
Digital Submission: via Blackboard
Hardcopy Submission: on Tuesday 27 August.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
Assessment Rationale:
Project One comprises tasks related to diagramming (analysis and graphic representation of design concepts), mapping (research context and observational study of site conditions), site representation (to scale site drawings and physical model), site study (research, analysis and synthesis of site opportunities and challenges), and conceptual design (generating concept via making study models and drawings) . These exercises will hone your critical thinking, designing and representation skills.
All tasks should be attempted and included in the submission for it to be eligible for assessment.
Assessment task to be completed without use of AI or MT: This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI or MT technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
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.
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.
Critique panels cannot be reconvened for the presentation component of assessment when an extension has been approved. Students with granted extensions (or pending extension applications) are able to attend but are not permitted to participate in the design review.
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.
Social Housing Variations
- Mode
- Oral, Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Project
- Weight
- 60% Project
- Due date
21/10/2024 4:00 pm
Digital Submission: Via Blackboard
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
Assessment Rationale:
Project Two requires detailed development of your design in response to feedback received for Project One, iterative development represented in the form of drawings, diagrams, and study models. It will require confirmation of developing organisation, structure, massing and movement via drawings and study models; façade, volumes, openings and materials via drawings and models; relationships between inside-outside, spatial enclosure and thermal and visual qualities via drawings and model.
The submission will be the drawings specified in Project Two Handout, and an oral presentation of the project to peers, academic staff and expert guests. Attendance and participation in the presentation of your own work and your peers is a requirement for assessment, being the basis of verification of your authorship, and the opportunity to explain your proposal.
Assessment task to be completed without use of AI and/or MT: This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI or MT technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
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.
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.
Critique panels cannot be reconvened for the presentation component of assessment when an extension has been approved. Students with granted extensions (or pending extension applications) are able to attend but are not permitted to participate in the design review.
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 mustﾠregularly 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.
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, supplementary assessment will not be offered in Architectural Design courses to any student with a failing grade of 3 or less.
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
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
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 |
Lecture |
Lecture Week 1 - Course Introduction Week 2 - On Type Week 3 - Architectural Program Week 4 - Historical City (Memory) Week 5 -Project 01 Advice Week 6 -Project 01 Review (No Lecture) Week 7 - Project 02 Introduction Week 8 - Built Form and Landscape Week 9 - Hybrid Variations Week 10 - Taking a Position Week 11 - Presentation Techniques Week 12 - Project 02 Advice Week 13 - Project 02 Review (No Lecture) Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Studio |
Studio Week 1 - Task 01 Type Week 2 - Task 02 Co-housing Commons Week 3 - Task 03 Maquette Options Week 4 - Task 04 Hybrid Variations Week 5 - Task 05 Suburban Commons Week 6 - Project 01 Review Week 7 - Task 06 Context Week 8 - One on One Advice Week 9 - Task 07 Envelope Structure and Materials Week 10 - One on One Advice Week 11 - One on One Advice Week 12 - One on One Advice Week 13 - Presentation (No Studio) Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.