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ARCH13-141: Architectural Design Detailing

Description

This subject introduces students to architectural design detailing strategy. Students will learn to read construction documentation drawings and specifications to re-construct design details. Forums and seminars will scaffold student's understanding of how architects develop detail strategy in relationship to material, structure, construction sequence, statutory codes and sustainability considerations.

Subject details

Type: Undergraduate Subject
Code: ARCH13-141
EFTSL: 0.125
Faculty: Faculty of Society and Design
Semesters offered:
  • May 2026 [Standard Offering]
Credit: 10
Study areas:
  • Architecture
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2026: $4,600.00
  • Commencing in 2026: $6,260.00

Learning outcomes

  1. Evaluate documentation drawings and specification with the ability to apply the knowledge using construction terminology.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to communicate through drawings, written specifications and model construction assemblies, the material choice, and detailing in relation to technical and conceptual objectives.
  3. Design and develop an understanding of detailing strategies related to structure, services, material life cycle and sustainability.

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.

Anti-requisites:

Subject dates

  • Standard Offering
    Enrolment opens: 22/03/2026
    Semester start: 18/05/2026
    Subject start: 18/05/2026
    Last enrolment: 31/05/2026
    Teaching census: 12/06/2026
    Withdraw - Financial: 13/06/2026
    Withdraw - Academic: 04/07/2026
Standard Offering
Enrolment opens: 22/03/2026
Semester start: 18/05/2026
Subject start: 18/05/2026
Last enrolment: 31/05/2026
Teaching census: 12/06/2026
Withdraw - Financial: 13/06/2026
Withdraw - Academic: 04/07/2026