LARCH 7028 - Studio Cultures: Landscape Architecture (M)

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2018

This design studio focuses on the issues of cultural sensibility and critical self-reflection in the design process. The studio project will engage and compare different cultural, historical, political, social, environmental, civil engineering and technological contexts to develop appropriately sensitive and responsive designs.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code LARCH 7028
    Course Studio Cultures: Landscape Architecture (M)
    Coordinating Unit School of Architecture and Built Environment
    Term Semester 1
    Level Postgraduate Coursework
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 6
    Contact Up to 6 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y
    Assumed Knowledge High level of knowledge of Photoshop, Rhino and InDesign software programs
    Restrictions Available to M.LArch students only
    Course Description This design studio focuses on the issues of cultural sensibility and critical self-reflection in the design process. The studio project will engage and compare different cultural, historical, political, social, environmental, civil engineering and technological contexts to develop appropriately sensitive and responsive designs.
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Ms Tanya Court

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

    In 2017 this course will include a site visit to the Flinders Ranges. Details will be issued via announcements and email.A detailed schedule will also be issued via My uni and handed out in class.
  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate an ability to apply a variety of design tactics.
    2. Demonstrate and ability to research historical and theoretical material for design and other purposes.
    3. Demonstrate appropriate representational techniques including using Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and hand graphics.
    4. Understanding of contemporary landscape architectural and other creative contexts for application in design processes.
    5. Demonstrate emerging three dimension digital and manual model making skills including using Rhino software the 3D printers and scanners.
    6. Demonstrate skills in exploratory design ideation and informed conceptual propositions
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Deep discipline knowledge
    • informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
    • acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
    • accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
    1,2,4,6
    Critical thinking and problem solving
    • steeped in research methods and rigor
    • based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
    • demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
    1,2,4
    Teamwork and communication skills
    • developed from, with, and via the SGDE
    • honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
    • encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
    1,3,5
    Career and leadership readiness
    • technology savvy
    • professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
    • forward thinking and well informed
    • tested and validated by work based experiences
    1,3,5
    Intercultural and ethical competency
    • adept at operating in other cultures
    • comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
    • able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
    • demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
    2,6
    Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
    • a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
    • open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
    • able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
    1,4
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources

    There are no required resources for this course. Students will need to purchase some art materials and have the usual pens, trace paper etc.
    Recommended Resources
    Please refer to MyUni for details of recommended readings and websites
    Online Learning
    Relevant materials will be posted to MyUni
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    Sudio Cultures is a design studio and requires your active participation and commitment to be successful and learn.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    The University expects full-time students (ie. those taking 12 units per semester) to devote at least 48 hours per week to their studies. Accordingly, students undertaking this 3 unit course are expected to devote 12 hours per week to contact activities and self-guided studies.

    Based on this framework here are some figures that might assist workload management.

    For a 6 unit course:
    Total workload hours: 24 Hrs per week x 13 weeks = 312 Hrs
    Total contact hours: 6 Hrs per week x 12 weeks = 72 Hrs
    Total self-guided study: 312 Hrs – 72 Hrs = 240 Hrs
    Learning Activities Summary
    Activities include lectures, site visits, demonstrations, student presentations, in-class workshops, student presentations, design review, desktop review and final formal presentations.

    Teaching & Learning Activities Related Learning Outcomes
    Lectures 1-6
    Workshops 1-6
    Field Trips 4-6
    Presentations 3,4
    Specific Course Requirements
    There are no specific course requirments
    Small Group Discovery Experience
    While the class will have approximately 50 students we will often break into smaller groups with individual tutors
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assignment details will be handed out in class and posted on MyUni.
    Assessment Task Due Date/ Week Weighting Length Learning Outcomes
    Design Research varies 30% NA 1-6
    Mapping Week 7 20% NA 1-6
    Design Propositions Week 13 50% NA 1-6
    Total 100%
    Assessment Detail
    Assessment Details will be reviewed and updated on MyUni.
    Submission
    Submission times will be handed out wrih assignment details, in class and posted on My Uni.

    All assignments must be submitted at the time and place as indicated. Note that NO LATE submissions will be accepted unless it is due to illness and other accepted circumstances as explained in the School's Student Handbook.

    Selected submissions of the Final Assignment will be included in the All-In Exhibition at the end of the semester.

    Submissions (General):

    All submissions must include Student Name and Student ID Number. Submissions without Student Name or ID Number will not be considered for marking, and will receive zero marks in accordance with the guidelines.

    In addition, all assignments need to have an Assignment Cover Sheet which must be signed and dated by the student before submission. Please attach the cover sheet in front of the document, to the top left hand corner.

    Please adhere to submission deadlines and follow instructions provided.

    Students must not submit work for an assignment that has previously been submitted for this course or any other course without prior approval from the Course Coordinator.

    On occasion, the lecturer/tutor may wish to retain students’ work for future reference and the relevant student will be informed at such a time.

    Early Submission:

    There is an early submission box located on Level 4 which is cleared out daily at 10am. Please mark your submission clearly before placing in box.

    Models for in-class presentation cannot be handed in early.

    Late Submission:

    The school will NOT accept late submissions and any such assignment will receive zero marks. This also applies to electronic submissions.

    Printing delays & hard disk crashes will not be entertained as legitimate causes for delay, so please ensure that the work is finished in advance.

    Good practice:

    Students should ensure that they regularly backup their work on multiple locations as hard-disk crashes are an unfortunate reality.

    When relying on community printing facilities, students should attempt to finish their work in advance to avoid unnecessary delays.

    Students must retain a copy of all assignments submitted (digital or hardcopy), as originals may be lost during the submission process.

    For modified arrangements of submission and assessment due to special circumstances see the following Assessment Task Extension(s) & Additional Assessment guidelines.

    Modified Arrangements (General)

    Students can apply for extensions or modified arrangements based on Medical conditions or other Extenuating circumstances. However, students need to submit their application along with supporting documents within 5 business days of the condition becoming applicable.

    The application forms are available from the Front Office and at http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/exams/mod_arrange.html and need to be submitted at the Front Office along with any supporting documentation.

    Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance and the Course Coordinator will inform the applicant if the application is accepted. Please DO NOT contact the Course Coordinator directly.

    Medical Reasons:

    In case of an extended medical condition which makes it impossible for the student to submit the work on time, an Application for Assessment Task Extension due to Medical Circumstances may be lodged with the Front Office along with a doctor’s certificate within 5 business days.

    Extenuating Circumstances:

    If the student is unable to submit the work on time due to extenuating circumstances an Application for Assessment Task Extension due to Extenuating Circumstances may be lodged with the Front Office.

    Please note that this is only available for certain military, religious, or legal obligations and does not extend to minor personal problems. (Refer to Student Handbook at http://www.architecture.adelaide.edu.au/current/resources/ for further details or contact Student Advisor).

    Compassionate Grounds:

    In case of certain extraordinary personal problems students can apply for extensions based on compassionate grounds. However, these must first be discussed with the Course Coordinator in person through appointment during the assigned office hours.

    To maintain privacy relating to personal issues students can contact the University Transition and Advisory Service at 8313 0100 or transition@adelaide.edu.au, or approach the Counselling Service on 83035663 for an individual appointment.

    Additional Assessment:

    If a student receives a Fail grade for the course with an overall mark between 45 and 49, they may be eligible for an Additional Assessment which would allow them to get a maximum of 50 Pass for the Course.

    Additional Assessment offers are made by the School and the student will be informed directly once these are made available.

    Disability:

    Students who have a disability and wish to seek modified submission or assessment arrangements need to contact the University Disability Services at 83135962 or disability@adelaide.edu.au for supporting documentation and then communicate these to the Course Coordinator in person through appointment during the assigned office hours.

    Elite Athlete:

    Students who have national/international sporting commitments and wish to seek modified submission or assessment arrangements need to register with the University Elite Athlete Support Scheme at http://www.adelaide.edu.au/eliteathletes/ and then communicate this to the Course Coordinator in person through appointment during the assigned office hours.

    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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