Type: | Undergraduate Subject |
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Code: | ARCH11-139 |
EFTSL: | 0.125 |
Faculty: | Faculty of Society and Design |
Semesters offered: |
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Credit: | 10 |
Subject fees: |
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Description
This subject introduces the evolving trends and advanced technologies that challenge traditional architectural and construction practices. Through a combination of forums, workshops, guest speakers, field visits, and case studies, the subject will explore a range of new approaches, processes, and methods that are reshaping design and construction. By engaging with notable real-world case studies, students will gain an understanding of best practices and emerging trends that are redefining the future of architecture and construction. The subject introduces students to a rapidly evolving industry, where digitalization, automation, and human-centric design intersect.
Subject details
Learning outcomes
- Explain different information systems, data modelling, management, and information extraction, and their role in digital design and construction.
- Analyse emerging trends and technologies in digital design and intelligent construction, including digital fabrication operations and computer-aided assembly processes, through case studies and industry applications.
- Demonstrate key concepts such as design for manufacture, fabrication, prefabrication, and digital workflows, with an understanding of their impact on architectural and construction practices.
- Communicate effectively about digital design, fabrication, and intelligent construction methodologies using written, graphic, and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate collaboration skills and contribute constructively to a team environment.
Enrolment requirements
Requisites: |
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Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for studentsโ lack of prior knowledge. General understanding of construction procurement strategies and awareness of conventional construction systems. |
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Subject outlines
- September 2025 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- January 2025 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- September 2024 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- January 2024 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- September 2023 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- January 2023 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- September 2022 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- January 2022 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- September 2021 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- January 2021 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
- September 2020 [Standard - Digital Design and Intelligent Construction]
Subject dates
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September 2024
Standard Offering Enrolment opens: 14/07/2024 Semester start: 09/09/2024 Subject start: 09/09/2024 Last enrolment: 22/09/2024 Teaching census: 04/10/2024 Withdraw - Financial: 05/10/2024 Withdraw - Academic: 26/10/2024 -
January 2025
Standard Offering Enrolment opens: 10/11/2024 Semester start: 20/01/2025 Subject start: 20/01/2025 Last enrolment: 02/02/2025 Teaching census: 14/02/2025 Withdraw - Financial: 15/02/2025 Withdraw - Academic: 08/03/2025 -
September 2025
Standard Offering Enrolment opens: 20/07/2025 Semester start: 15/09/2025 Subject start: 15/09/2025 Last enrolment: 28/09/2025 Teaching census: 10/10/2025 Withdraw - Financial: 11/10/2025 Withdraw - Academic: 01/11/2025
Standard Offering | |
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Enrolment opens: | 14/07/2024 |
Semester start: | 09/09/2024 |
Subject start: | 09/09/2024 |
Last enrolment: | 22/09/2024 |
Teaching census: | 04/10/2024 |
Withdraw - Financial: | 05/10/2024 |
Withdraw - Academic: | 26/10/2024 |
Standard Offering | |
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Enrolment opens: | 10/11/2024 |
Semester start: | 20/01/2025 |
Subject start: | 20/01/2025 |
Last enrolment: | 02/02/2025 |
Teaching census: | 14/02/2025 |
Withdraw - Financial: | 15/02/2025 |
Withdraw - Academic: | 08/03/2025 |
Standard Offering | |
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Enrolment opens: | 20/07/2025 |
Semester start: | 15/09/2025 |
Subject start: | 15/09/2025 |
Last enrolment: | 28/09/2025 |
Teaching census: | 10/10/2025 |
Withdraw - Financial: | 11/10/2025 |
Withdraw - Academic: | 01/11/2025 |