Outline:
In this course the students are stimulated to actively use the computer on learning the basics of computer use in the field of architectural design and urban planning. The students will master the basic operation of Vector Works 3D CAD design, to foster the routinely and basic skills of computer added design, to be utilized in the creation of drawings necessary for the architectural design exercises. The students will learn how to operate computer graphics and the knowledge necessary to express themselves graphically.
Style:
The students using CAD and CG software will acquire modeling skills through the execution of assignments and tutorial tasks.
Grading Policy:
(1) Assignments (50%): All the exercises and assignments produced in class are evaluated. Here the students’ ability to create and expresses himself visually and on 3D graphics are evaluated together with his ability to operate CAD and rendering software. The assignment includes a 3D representation of the design developed on Architectural Studio IV classes.
(2) DTP exercises (50%): evaluates the assignments produced in class (posters, reports. Evaluates the achievement of the fundamental contents related to CAD and Illustrator (CAD is evaluated through a standardized assignment)
The final grade combines (1) and (2) and a total grade above 60% is necessary to acquire the credits.
Notice:
The students should assure that they understand the content learned on the classes and be welling to use the computer and master the basic CAD skills. 3 absences will be excused.
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Theme |
Goals |
| 2nd Semester |
| 3rd Quarter |
| 1st |
CAD (Vector Works) software 3D basic operations |
Basic operations of 3D tool command, learn modeling, viewpoint and projection method and understanding and method of operation for rendering light source
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| 2nd |
3D modeling of a building part 1 |
Using the floor plan drawing of building produce the modeling of walls, roof, windows and create an exterior perspective drawing of the building. Part 1 basics of modeling, creating the walls and roof
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| 3rd |
3D modeling of a building part 2 |
Using the floor plan drawing of building produce the modeling of walls, roof, windows and create an exterior perspective drawing of the building. Part 2 create the exterior of the building, doors and approach.
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| 4th |
3D modeling of a building part 3
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Using the floor plan drawing of building produce the modeling of walls, roof, windows and create an exterior perspective drawing of the building. Part 3 create the ground, source of light, to complete the exterior perspective of the building and save as an image file.
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| 5th |
3D modeling application |
Explanation on the most important points of architectural modeling: wall, roof and fixtures. Explanation on layers link, symbols and how to use them, and how to transform floor and wall surfaces.
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| 6th |
Rendering |
Learn the basic of renderings operations of the Render Work software. How to create and transform texture, types of image files and how to save files.
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| 7th |
Rendering a Building part 1 |
Using the building modeled on the previous 4 weeks, the students will learn to render it with Render Work and how to operate the sources of light.
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| 8th |
Rendering a Building part 1 |
Using the building modeled on the previous 4 weeks, the students will learn to render it with Render Work and how to operate the sources of light.
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| 4th Quarter |
| 9th |
Adobe Illustrator basic operations |
Using sample data, the students will experience the basic operations of adobe illustrator software
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| 10th |
Adobe Illustrator practice
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Using sample data, the students will experience the basic operations of adobe illustrator software
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| 11th |
Basic of Image processing |
The students learn how to process image
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| 12th |
Applied techniques of Image processing |
Object, character input and editing, and techniques to master the Illustrator. Learn how convert data from Vector Works to Illustrator.
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| 13th |
Basics of graphic layout |
The students learn how to process image
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| 14th |
Poster Design part 1 |
Using examples as reference, elaborate the design of a poster to presents the students interests and hobbies.
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| 15th |
Poster Design part 2 |
To produce the A3-sized posters on the chosen subjects
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| 16th |
No Final Term Exam |
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