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Unit coordinator:
Name: Mark Dewsbury
Email: mark.dewsbury@utas.edu.au
Phone: 6324 4471
Consultation hours: Mark Dewsbury - Wednesdays 2 4pm
Ken Pearson-Smith By Appointment
John Streeter By email (John.Streeter@utas.edu.au)
Co-coordinators: John Streeter (law), Ken Pearson-Smith (practice), Kirsty Mt (interiors)
Tutors: Justin Beall (IEQ + Detailing), Others TBA
Unit description:
This unit focuses on the design of internal spaces emphasising the synthesis of spaces, daylight, artificial
light, acoustics and detailing within the context of Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ) and complex
multifunction building types. Decision-making is supported through measuring and calculating lighting levels
and energy demands, daylight factors, acoustic separation and reverberation. The impact of regulations is
investigated particularly in relation to health and amenity. It is supported by an investigation into the detailing
and documentation of interior spaces and elements with a focus on creativity in design integration.
The unit also introduces students to law and professional practice and management. The law component will
provide students with a broad knowledge of underlying aspects of law, which are likely to assist in
professional practice in architecture and design. The practice and management component aims to provide
students with an introduction to, and an understanding of, sound practice management as it relates to both
KDA313 Building Technology in Design 5
KDA326 Interiors Lighting and Acoustics
School of Architecture & Design
Faculty of Science, Engineering and Technology
Semester 1, 2012
Pre-requisites or co-requisites (for BTD5): KDA 223 (BTD4)
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architecture and design. It also investigates the practical application and resulting likely implications of
relevant law, in terms of the specific carrying on of such practice management, by architects and designers.
**Note - this description differs slightly from the handbook to reflect the integration with Interiors Lighting and Acoustics. The handbook
entry will be adjusted accordingly.
Learning outcomes:
On completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1. Analyse, evaluate and communicate Indoor Environment Quality strategies, encompassing
daylighting, energy efficient artificial lighting and acoustics for small-scale public buildings;
2. Integrate standard construction systems and finishes for internal environments in innovative design
solutions in concert with design ideas and employing appropriate drawing scales and types;
3. Understand the implications of law in relation to professional practice in architecture and design
including:
a. a basic understanding of the sources of law in Australia and of legal method;
b. ability to recognise situations where there is a need to consider, research and apply aspects
of law;
c. ability to recognise situations where there may be a need for professional legal advice.
4. Recognise and evaluate those aspects of practice management that are relevant to the practice of
architecture and design.
5. Make sound practice choices not only in strict terms with the law, but also in terms of ethics, morals,
conventions and alternative dispute resolution processes.
Generic graduate attributes:
The University has defined a set of generic graduate attributes (GGAs) that can be expected of all graduates
(see http://www.utas.edu.au/tl/policies/index.htm). By undertaking this unit you should make progress in
attaining the attributes outlined in Table 1: Bachelor of Environmental Design and Master of Architecture
Graduate Attributes (see http://www.arch.utas.edu.au)
ESD statement:
It is a fundamental requirement of all work undertaken in the School of Architecture & Design that principles
of Sustainable Design be embedded. Although not necessarily noted as a specific Learning Outcome due to
their ubiquitous nature in the degree, the extent to which a broad spectrum of sustainability issues is
understood and addressed will be taken into account in final grades.
This unit addresses ESD as an integral part of design in relation to the internal environment. Indoor
Environment Quality (IEQ) is one of the key design drivers in the procurement of sustainable commercial
buildings. Specific issues covered in this unit include daylighting, artificial lighting and acoustics. The unit
also introduces students to the broader context of health and amenity of building occupants including issues
of environmentally sustainable materials selection. Questions of social sustainability are also tackled in
relation to professional ethics and codes of conduct.
Unit improvements made in response to SETL feedback:
Feedback from students indicates that the workshop exercises are a valuable tool both in consolidating
technical knowledge delivered during the lectures and in providing students with an empirical understanding
of IEQ issues on which to base design decisions. In 2011 emphasis has been placed on extending the
content in the area of artificial lighting.
The unit has also maintained the focus on integrating building technology with design. In addition to the
integrated final design (DS5/ID3) assignment, this year further tutorial support will be provided within the
design studio during weeks 6-9 to support the integration of IEQ issues during the schematic design phase.
In response to feedback from 2010 where professional studies was included in this unit for the first time,
substantial effort has been made to improve communication particularly in relation to the online law
component by providing students with a reader integrating key texts, online lecture notes, case extracts and
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a glossary of terms. In addition, regular face-to-face discussion sessions have been scheduled to support the
online content delivery.
Details of teaching arrangements:
The unit is divided into four blocks with one assignment per block.
Block 1- IEQ (see AT1)
This block focuses on measuring and calculating lighting levels and energy demands, daylight factors,
acoustic separation and reverberation and issues affecting the health and amenity of building occupants.
The information will form the basis of the final integrated assignment with DS5 or ID3. Students not
undertaking DS5/ID3 should advise the lecturer at the start of semester and an equivalent alternative
assignment will be provided. The structure of this block consists of a one-hour lecture in the lecture theatre
followed by three-hour tutorials in the second floor studio. Students will undertake group exercises and tasks
to consolidate knowledge delivered during the lecture and to provide students with the necessary skills and
information for AT1 and AT3.
Block 2 Practice and Management (see AT2)
This block focuses on practice management as it relates to both architecture and design. The structure of the
block will consist of a three-hour lecture/workshop in the lecture theatre and/or third floor studio (TBC).
Block 3 Detailing (see AT3)
This block focuses on the detailing and documentation of interior spaces and elements with an emphasis on
integration with design ideas. The structure of this block will generally consist of a one-hour lecture and
three-hour tutorials. In addition, during weeks 6-9 tutorial support will be provided in the design studio
(Fridays 10am 1pm in the third floor studio). Students will be assigned to a tutorial group (groups and
locations TBA) and will work on the detail design of one space and component of their individual design
studio project for AT3. Students not undertaking DS5/ID3 will be provided with an equivalent alternative
assignment.
Block 4 Law (see AT4)
This block comprises the law component of BTD5/ICLA and will be undertaken on a continuous basis
through an online module. Materials will be published weekly on MyLo and students will be required to read
through this material and look at the text and other references each week. In addition, there will be regular
face-to-face discussions from 2pm 3pm on Thursdays in the Furniture Seminar Room. Students will be
allocated to a group (A, B or C) and will participate in three discussion sessions throughout the semester (as
scheduled refer unit schedule) as part of the requirements of AT4.
School attendance policy:
It is a School of Architecture & Design requirement that a student enrolled in a unit must: attend at least 80%
of the lectures, tutorials and practical classes given in that unit; and perform to the satisfaction of the
assessors any tests, exercises and practical work that are set by an assessor unless exempted by the
Head of School and/ or Degree Coordinator
Requests for extensions:
Request for extensions need to be made prior to an assessment tasks due date to the unit coordinator by
email or by the pink late submission form (outside the front office). Appropriate documentation such as
medical or counselor certificate should accompany the request to be considered by the unit coordinator.
MyLo
MyLO is the online course management system used at UTAS. All of the course materials in this unit are
available on MyLO. It is essential that students ensure they have access to MyLO by week 2. To access
MyLO from your own computer you will need the appropriate software, and hardware to run that software.
Please see UConnect at http://uconnect.utas.edu.au/ for information about computer software you will need.
Older computers may not have the hardware to run some of the required software applications. Contact
your local IT support person or the Service Desk on 1818 if you experience difficulties. See
http://www.utas.edu.au/coursesonline/mylo-support.htm for further information on accessing and using MyLo
and for information on netiquette on the dos and donts of online communication.
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Unit Schedule
Week Date Topic Assessment Task (AT)
1
Wed 29 Feb
9am 9.30am: Introduction
9.30 am: Intro to Law (JS)
10:30am: Intro to practice management (KPS)
11.30am: IEQ: IEQ + sunlight recap (MD)
Wed 07 March IEQ: Daylight (MD& JB) AT1 Calculate Part 1a 2
Online module Reader - Module 1 (JS)
Wed 14 March IEQ: Acoustics (MD& JB) AT1 Calculate Part 1b
Online module Reader - Module 2 (JS) AT4 (Quiz 1)
3
Thurs 15 March 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group A Group A AT4 Discussion
Wed 21 March IEQ: Artificial Light 1 (MD& JB) AT1 Calculate Part 1c
Online module Reader - Module 3 (JS) AT4 (Quiz 2)
4
Thurs 22 March 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group B Group B AT4 Discussion
Wed 28 March IEQ: Artificial Light 2 (guest lecturer/building visits - TBA)
Online module Reader - Module 4 (JS) AT4 (Quiz 3)
5
Thurs 29 March 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group C Group C AT4 Discussion
Wed 04 April PS: Practice and Management (KPS) AT1 Final
Online module Reader - Module 5 (JS) AT4 (Quiz 4)
6
Thurs 05 April 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group C Group A AT4 Discussion
Mid-semester break
Wed 18 April PS: Practice and Management (KPS)
Online module Reader - Module 6 (JS) AT4 (Quiz 5)
7
Thurs 20April 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group B Group B AT4 Discussion
Wed 25 April Public Holiday
Online module Reader - Module 7 (JS) AT4 (Quiz 6)
8
Thurs 27 April 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group C Group C AT4 Discussion
Wed 02 May PS: Practice and Management (KPS)
Online module Reader - Module 8 (JS) AT4 (Quiz 7)
9
Thurs 03 May 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group A Group A AT4 Discussion
Wed 09 May Internal Detailing: Intro to detailing and Design (MD + tba) AT2
Online module Reader - Module 9 (JS) AT4 (Quiz 8)
10
Thurs 10 May 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group B Group B AT4 Discussion
Wed 16 May Internal Detailing: Timber and Metal (MD + JB + tba)
Online module Reader - Module 10 (JS)
11
Thurs 17 May 2pm - 3pm: Law: discussion Group C Group C AT4 Discussion
12
Wed 23 May Internal Detailing: Other Materials + Finishes (MD, JB, tba)
13
Wed 30 May Internal Detailing: Sustainability + Materials (MD, JB, tba)
15
Wed 06 June
AT3 (with DS5/ID3)
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Assessment:
Assessment Task 1 (AT1) IEQ calculating, measuring + evaluating (15%)
Due date and time: Weeks 2, 3 + 4 (in class) and Week 6 Tuesday 03 April @ 4pm to drop box
Task description:
Calculating - daylight factors, artificial lighting layouts and reverberation times. Series of group exercises
undertaken in tutorials in weeks 2, 3 and 4. Individual summaries to be handed in at the end of each class.
These calculations will form the basis of information required for the integration of IEQ issues in the design
studio project in AT3.
Measuring daylight, artificial light and acoustic separation. Case study of School of Architecture + Design.
Group project due week 5.
Evaluating understanding the key relationships between IEQ and design integration. Group project due
week 5.
Links to Learning Outcomes:
1. Analyse, evaluate and communicate Indoor Environment Quality strategies, encompassing daylighting,
energy efficient artificial lighting and acoustics for small-scale public buildings
Assessment criteria / rubric:
See separate assignment handout
Assessment Task 2 (AT2) Practice and Management (25%)
Due date and time: Week 10 Tuesday 08 May @ 4pm to drop box
Task description:
Individual assignment to analyse and establish conclusions on a legal and ethical scenario.
Links to Learning Outcomes:
4. Recognise and evaluate those aspects of practice management that are relevant to the practice of
architecture and design.
5. Make sound practice choices not only in strict terms with the law, but also in terms of ethics, morals,
conventions and alternative dispute resolution processes.
Assessment criteria / rubric:
See separate assignment handout
Assessment Task 3 (AT3) Interior Detailing (35%)
Due date and time: Week 15 Tuesday 05 June (with DS5/ID3)
Task description:
Individual assignment to design and document an interior space and joinery element of your DS5 or ID3
project (or equivalent).
Links to Learning Outcomes:
1. Analyse, evaluate and communicate Indoor Environment Quality strategies, encompassing daylighting,
energy efficient artificial lighting and acoustics for small-scale public buildings;
2. Integrate standard construction systems and finishes for internal environments in innovative design
solutions in concert with design ideas and employing appropriate drawing scales and types;
Assessment criteria / rubric:
See separate assignment handout
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Assessment Task 4 (AT4) Law (25%)
Due date and time: Commence week 2 through week 11.
Task description:
Group project to participate in discussions with lecturer and peers in relation to designated topics. Discussion
will revolve around a scenario or set of questions posed by the lecturer. Students will be allocated to a group
(A, B or C) and must contribute to three discussions as scheduled over the semester.
In addition, individual requirement to participate in weekly quizzes comprising 10 questions over 8 weeks
(80 questions in total) in relation to various aspects of the topics covered in the material published on MyLO.
These questions will take the form of multiple choice and will be posted on MyLO on Tuesday of the week
following the relevant module (e.g. quiz 1 on module 1 will be undertaken in week 3) and will end the
following Tuesday.
Format: Face-to-face discussions and weekly quizzes on MyLO
Links to Learning Outcomes:
3. Understand the implications of law in relation to professional practice in architecture and design
Assessment criteria / rubric:
Degree to which students are able to participate in the discussion and contribute valuable comment.
Learning resources and equipment required:
Recommended reading list:
IEQ
Australian Council of Building Design Professions (1995 - ) BDP Environment Design Guide, Red Hill, ACT:
RAIA.
Bright, K. and Cook, G. (2010) The Colour, Light and Contrast Manual: designing and managing inclusive
built environments, Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell.
Brown, G.Z., Dekay, M. and Barbhaya, D. (2001) Sun, wind and light, New York: J. Wiley.
Cavanaugh, W. (2010) Architectural Acoustics: principles and practice, New York: J. Wiley.
Cavanaugh, W. and Wilkes, J. (1999) Architectural Acoustics: principles and practice, New York: J. Wiley.
Cowan, J.P. (2000) Architectural Acoustics: design guide, New York: McGraw-Hill.
Egan, M.D. (1988) Architectural acoustics, New York: McGraw-Hill.
Gordon, G. and Nuckolls, J. (2003) Interior lighting for designers, New York: J. Wiley.
Kster, H. (2004) Dynamic daylighting architecture, Basel: Birkhuser-Publishers for Architecture.
Lechner, M. (2001) Heating, cooling, lighting: design methods for architects, New York: J. Wiley.
McMullan, R. (1992) Environmental science in building, Basingstoke, England: Macmillan.
Mommertz, E. (2009) Detail Practice: acoustics and sound insulation, Basel: Birkhauser
Meyers, V. (2006) Designing with Light, London: Laurence King.
Phillips, D. (2000) Lighting Modern Buildings, Oxford: Architectural Press.
Phillips, D. (2004) Daylighting: natural light in architecture, Amsterdam: Elsevier.
Russell, S. (2008) The Architecture of Light, CA: Conceptnine
Santamouris, M. (1998) Natural ventilation in buildings: a design handbook, London: James and James.
Szokolay, S. (2004) Introduction to architectural science: the basis of sustainable design, Amsterdam:
Elsevier.
Tregenza, P. and Loe, D. (1998) The design of lighting, London: E & FN Spon.
Detailing
Ballard Bell, Victoria and Rand, Patrick, (2006), Materials for Design, USA: Princeton Architectural Press
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Bizley, H.G. (2007) Architecture in Detail, Australia: Elsevier
Bizley, H.G. (2010) Architecture in Detail II,[electronic resource], Philadelphia: Taylor & Francis Group
Hausladen, G., Tichelman, K., (2010) Interiors Construction Manual Integrating planning, finishing and
fitting-out, technical services, Edition Detail, Basel: Birkhauser
Killory, C. & Davids, R. (eds) (2007) Details in contemporary architecture, New York: Princeton Arch Press.
Lord, P. and Templeton,D. (1996) Detailing for Acoustics, London: E&FN Spon
McLeod, V. (2007) Detail in contemporary residential architecture, London: Laurence King.
Ojeda, O.,R., Pasnik, M., (2003) Materials - architecture in detail, USA: Rockport Publishers
Ojeda, O.,R., Pasnik, M., (2003) Elements - architecture in detail, USA: Rockport Publisher
Ojeda, O.,R., Pasnik, M., (2004) Colors - architecture in detail, USA: Rockport Publishers
Ojeda, O.,R., Pasnik, M., (2005) Spaces - architecture in detail, USA: Rockport Publishers
Piotrowski, C. (2007) Designing Commercial Interiors, Hoboken, N.J.: Wiley.
Schittich, C. (2005) In Detail: Building Simply, Switzerland: Birkhauser Edition Detail.
Schittich, C. (2008) In Detail: Interior Surfaces and Materials, Mnchen: Birkhauser Edition Detail.
Schwaiger, E. et al (2002) Interior spaces: space, light, material, Mnchen: Birkhauser Edition Detail.
Staebler, W. (1990) Architectural detailing in residential interiors, New York: Whitney Library of Design.
Slavid, R. (2005) New wood architecture, New Haven, CT: Yale University Press.
Van Onna, E. (Ed), (2003), Material World: Innovative Structures & Finishes for Interiors, Basel: Birkhauser
Wakita, O. & Linde, R. (1999) The professional practice of architectural detailing, New York: Wiley.
Practice and Law
A reader has been produced for this subject containing online lecture slides, case studies, key readings and
a glossary of terms. It is available for purchase from uniprint. In addition, two copies have been placed on
reserve in the library. Essential reading:
Cooke, J.R. (2010) Architects, Engineers and the Law, 4th edn, The Federation Press.
Copies of this text may be purchased from the Coop Bookshop on campus.
Other reading:
Anderson, C.R. (1988) Management: Skills, functions, and organization performance, Boston: Allyn & Bacon.
Australian / New Zealand Standards: AS/NZ 3905.2:1997, Quality System Guidelines Part 12: Guide to
quality system standards
Bailey, I.R. (1981) Construction Law in Australia: For architects, engineers, builders and students, Sydney:
Law Book Co.
Beaton, R. (1994) The Architect and the Law, RAIA Practice Division Melbourne.
Carter, J.W. (2007) Contract Law in Australia, Sydney: Butterworths.
Carvan, J. (2010) Understanding the Australian Legal System, 6th Edn. Sydney: Lawbook Co.
Chapman, M.D. & Beaton, R.G. (1980) The Architect and Claims of Professional Negligence, RAIA Practice
Division Melbourne.
Cooke, J.R. (1991) Building and the Law, Sydney: NSW University Press Sydney.
Dugdale, A.M. & Stanton, K.M. (1998) Professional Negligence, 3rd Edn, London: Butterworths.
Eyre, E.C. (1999) Mastering Basic Management, 3rd Edn, Hampshire: Macmillan.
Fleming, J.G. (2010) The Law of Torts, Sydney: Lawbook Co (available from law library).
Golding, D. (1970) Arbitration on Building Construction Disputes, MBA Victoria.
Kast, F.E. & Rosenzweig, J.E. (1985) Organization and Management: A systems and contingency approach,
New York: McGraw Hill
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Latimer, P. (Latest) Australian Business Law, latest edition, Sydney: CCH Australia (law library).
Professional Practice Advisory Notes, RAIA, Melbourne:
Checkit - Project Quality Record, RAIA Practice Division, Melbourne
Guide Letters, RAIA Practice Division, Melbourne
Practice, Law and Management Notes, RAIA Practice Division, Melbourne
Robbins, S.P. Bergman, R., Stagg, I. & Coulter, M. (2002) Management, Sydney: Prentice Hall.
Weld Coxe (1980) Managing Architectural & Engineering Practice, McGraw Hill (not available from library)
Other - electronic resources
www.infolink.com.au (general materials/specification information)
www.ecospecifier.org (environmental information on building materials)
www.greehnouse.gov.au/yourhome/ (broad in scope but focus on domestic context)
www.bom.gov.au (bureau of meteorology Australian climate information)
Academic Referencing
In your written work you will need to support your ideas by referring to scholarly literature, works of art and/or
inventions. It is important that you understand how to correctly refer to the work of others and maintain
academic integrity. Failure to appropriately acknowledge the ideas of others constitutes academic dishonesty
(plagiarism), a matter considered by the University of Tasmania as a serious offence.
The appropriate referencing style used in the School:
All other units: Harvard System
For information on presentation of assignments, including referencing styles:
http://utas.libguides.com/referencing
Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)
The University is committed to providing a safe and secure teaching and learning environment. In addition to
specific requirements of this unit you should refer to the Universitys policy at:
http://www.admin.utas.edu.au/hr/ohs/pol_proc/ohs.pdf
Further helpful information refer to the Schools Red Book:
You can download a PDF of the Red Book from the Schools website: www.arch.utas.edu.au
The Red Book contains information on the following:
Assessment (including eligibility / review of
assessment / moderation of assessment /
faculty probation / assessment grades)
Learning skills support
SETL OH&S
Academic feedback Overload
Academic referencing Plagiarism
Changing your course Presentation requirements
Disclosure of medical condition Resolution of complaints
Emergency information Requests for extensions
International exchange programs School archive
Late submission penalties Staff accessibility
Learning expectations and strategies