Course Details
Course Information Package
Course Unit Title | DIGITAL TOOLS III | ||||||||||
Course Unit Code | APX311 | ||||||||||
Course Unit Details | Int.M. Architectural Engineering (Required Courses) - BA Architecture (Required Courses) - | ||||||||||
Number of ECTS credits allocated | 5 | ||||||||||
Learning Outcomes of the course unit | By the end of the course, the students should be able to:
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Mode of Delivery | Face-to-face | ||||||||||
Prerequisites | APX212 | Co-requisites | NONE | ||||||||
Recommended optional program components | NONE | ||||||||||
Course Contents | This course offers students an advanced knowledge of 3d modelling techniques by exploring new shapes and materials in architectural design. The course also provides students to experiment advanced geometric concepts using parametric design method, by generating complex forms from simple geometric rules. Finally, the course will help students to combine their design ideas with representation tools like rendering and animation techniques. | ||||||||||
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods | The taught part of the course is delivered to the students by means of lectures, conducted with the help of computer presentations. Lecture notes and presentations are available through the web for students to use in combination with the textbooks. Laboratory work is carried out on the laboratory’s computers. During laboratory sessions, in the beginning of every module, students work on daily exercises in parallel with the instructor. Through this process students develop the essential skills to apply on their coursework. Before the end of every coursework students have ample time for face-to-face sessions with the instructor for discussion and possible questions. | ||||||||||
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Language of instruction | Greek | ||||||||||
Work placement(s) | NO |