ARCH10-140: Subtractive Fabrication Lab

Description

This subject introduces you to subtractive digital fabrication methods using NURBS modelling software and physical making using the FSD Fablab and Workshop. You will be introduced to digital design thinking, geometric modelling, and computer numeric controlled (CNC) fabrication techniques using “file to fabrication” workflows. In addition, you will develop critical skills in graphic layout and photography to visually communicate spatial and design quality through physical artefacts and other media.  

Subject details

Type: Undergraduate Subject
Code: ARCH10-140
EFTSL: 0.063
Faculty: Faculty of Society and Design
Credit: 5
Study areas:
  • Architecture
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2025: $2,230.00
  • Commencing in 2025: $2,995.00

Learning outcomes

  1. Demonstrate knowledge and application of intermediate NURBS modelling and basic parametric design software skills.
  2. Rapid prototype utilising CNC equipment.
  3. Experiment and test various conceptual ideas using digital fabrication and representational techniques with various digital media.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:

Nil
Restrictions: This subject is not available to
  • Study Abroad Students

This subject is not available as a general elective. To be eligible for enrolment, the subject must be specified in the students’ program structure.

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