Stage 1 Architecture

LENGTH OF COURSE: Semester or Full Year
ASSUMED BACKGROUND: Successful completion of a Year 10 Architecture course is an advantage.
SUBJECT CHARGES: Nil

CONTENT
Immerse yourself in the exciting world of design, where creativity meets technical expertise. Learn to bring your architectural visions to life using industry-standard software and by crafting stunning physical models. Develop your skills in creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces, and master the art of visual storytelling through rendering and lighting. Prepare to be at the forefront of innovation and design.

Course content will be a selection of the following:

Process and production skills: Develop knowledge and skills in using industry standard Architectural software. How to make physical models to communicate design.

Investigating and designing: Knowledge on how to develop comprehensive design portfolios and ideations for clients.

Evaluating: How tto evaluate architectural design, creating both functional and aesthetical spaces. Develop skills in managing design tasks that need to consider existing buildings, features and regulations.

Collaborating and managing: Develop skills in managing design tasks that need to consider existing buildings, features and regulations.

ASSESSMENT TYPES

Specialist Skills Tasks:
Ability to design and produce solutions to given criteria using specialised production or design skills.

Design Portfolio and Product:
Design, produce and evaluate your own architectural design. The theme, functionality and requirements can be chosen by the student in collaboration with their teacher allowing them to tailor the course to their interests.