The intention in this module is to develop aspects of the individual urban buildings designed in the course of ARCH403 to a detailed tectonic resolution. Design staff will collaborate with specialists to provide technical support.

(LO1) Students will be able to design, plan and detail a realisable building of appropriate complexity.

(LO2) Students will be able to make informed decisions on structures, materials and provision of environmental services.

(LO3) Students will be able to articulate a clear environmental strategy through their design decisions.

(LO4) Students will be able to apply building regulations and control their impact on design.

(S1) Improvement of own learning/performance - Reflective practice

(S2) Time and project management - Personal organisation

(S3) Information skills - Critical reading

(S4) Research skills - All Information skills

(S5) Personal attributes and qualities - Initiative

(S6) Critical thinking and problem solving - Creative thinking

(S7) Critical thinking and problem solving - Problem identification

In this module, students will develop parts of the architectural projects designed during ARCH403, bringing them to a level of fine technical detail. Students will focus on how materials and technical components, environmental technologies and building procedures can be mobilised to deliver the architectural programs and agendas articulated in their Arch403 projects.

Design staff will collaborate with specialists to provide technical support. A technical report might be required outlining the strategy for structure, materials, energy implications, environmental comfort and safety (including fire prevention, escape and disabled access) and, depending on the nature of the brief, detailed investigations will be demanded into acoustics, lighting or heating.

Teaching Method 1 - Lectures/ Seminars
Description: Studio work will be supported by lectures and seminars by staff and invited speakers
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: Tuesday lunchtime invited speakers or staff talks

Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial
Description: Group and individual studio-based tutorials on a weekly basis
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: Group and individual tutorials, Interim and Final Reviews

Teaching Method 3 - Review
Description: Studio work will be examined and discussed in interim and final reviews with the contribution of other members of staff and guest reviewers as appropriate
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided

Detailing Component and Environmental Design Drop -in sessions: 6 x 7 hour sessions.