Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

This unit and IAR2114 are the key units for developing interior architecture design capabilities. In this unit, the focus is on exposing students to problems which include a variety of interior architectural factors, and applying methodologies to coordinate their analysis and to achieve a holistic integrated design that addresses human needs. The projects are set in a variety of contexts, involving simple construction and structural requirements and basic service issues.

Objectives

On successful completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. undertake a simple interior architecture project, involving the determination and resolution of user requirements, construction, structuring, servicing, aesthetics;
2. communicate the design with presentation drawings and models as well as technical documentation;
3. evaluate the effectiveness of the design methodologies they are applying;
4. explain the reasoning behind their choice of methodology, media, design options and solutions;
5. account for the social and cultural content of their design decision-making;
6. understand and be able to apply the rules of occupational health and safety appropriate to the unit of study.

Assessment

Design project: 90%, Oral and written presentation: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Darragh O'Brien

Contact hours

12 hours per week, including 4 studio hours + 8 independent study hours per week

Prerequisites

IAR1112 and IAR1401 and IAR1211

Co-requisites

OHS1000

Prohibitions

IAR2103