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ARCHTECH 108 : Introduction to Technology and Sustainability

Undergraduate course

Project description

Introduction to structural concepts and construction principles, including building elements, systems and foundation options. Properties of commonly used construction materials, with a focus on timber frame constructions, their regulatory context, applications and detailing, and appropriate ways of applying the principles to design studio projects. Climate and vernacular architecture. Principles of climate-sensitive design. Sustainability and resilience in the built environment.

Year 2022

Location New Zealand

Organization University of Auckland

Project aims

Project outcome

By the end of this course, students will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the structural and construction principles and systems for timber-framed small-scale residential buildings. (Capability 1.2) Demonstrate and understand characteristics and behaviour of timber as a building material. (Capability 2.2) Demonstrate 3. Understand the components and connections and fasteners of timber-framed small-scale buildings. (Capability 3.2) Apply fundamental knowledge for the relationship between material and construction. (Capability 4.1) Demonstrate an understanding of the New Zealand Standard of timber-framed small-scale residential houses. (Capability 5.1) Use the appropriate disciplinary vocabulary. (Capability 6.1) Demonstrate the achievement of the outcomes above, as individual student work. (Capability 5.3)