Credit Points: 30
Study Time: 300 Hours

This unit requires a teamed approach to the interpretation, representation and visualisation of architecture, while the understanding of the team dynamic helps to facilitate a greater sophistication of outcomes.

Underpinning this unit is the symbiotic relationship of the physical and digital representation which is integral to the Modelmaking industry and allows for the further development of a broad skill set that informs and supports the contemporary professional modelmaker.

Outline Syllabus
An indicative guide to the content covered by this unit. 

• Architectural interpretation 
• Potential of digital processes in modelmaking 
• Design representation
• Presentation techniques 
• Team working 
• Role and function of the model 
• Logbooks

Method of Delivery
Lectures, demonstrations, practical studio workshop and sessions, seminars, projects, tutorials, presentations and critiques, research and visits.

Aims

A1 To promote informed judgement on aesthetic concepts from appropriate and informed research and knowledge.
A2 To enable the use of appropriate technical and aesthetic choices of hand skills and technology.
A3 To promote continued self evaluation and reflection of self through team working and project management,
A4 To promote effective technical and aesthetic presentations to creative solutions.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit you will be able to:

LO1 Demonstrate a critical understanding of the role of the modelmaker and the variety of interpretive solutions in representing 3D design.
LO2 Clearly identify the appropriate use of technical and Aesthetic outcomes of Hand Skills and Technology.
LO3 Demonstrate your continued self evaluation and reflection of self through teamworking and project management outcomes.
LO4 Present effective technical and aesthetic solutions.

Reference Material

Key
Schilling, Alexander (2007) Modelbuilding. Birkhäuser
Neale, John and Porter, Tom. (2000). Architectural Supermodels. Architectural Press

Recommended
Oswald, Ansgar (2008). Architectural Models. DOM publishers
Moon, Karen (2003). Modeling Messages. Monacelli Press
Mills, Criss B (2005). Designing with models: a studio guide to making and using architectural models. Wiley and Sons.
Field, Marcus, (1999). Future systems. Phaidon.
Liddiard, Nicola and Courtenay-Thompson Fiona, (1993.). The Visual dictionary of buildings. Dorling Kindersly Press.

Journals
Blueprint // Architects Journal // Building Design // Icon

Websites
CG architect Digital Media Corp. 

DVD
Pollack, Sydney. (2005). Sketches of Frank Gehry. [DVD] Mirage, LM Media and Thirteen.