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Sample subject outline - Semester 2 2012

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

DLB830 requires you to undertake an advanced conceptual and schematic design project, developed through a series of sequenced exercises and presentation of a final design for the project that builds on all the knowledge and skills developed during the landscape course, with an emphasis on theoretical positioning, design process and rigorous design development. The unit uses a range of different teaching methods and involves group work, individual projects and independent study.

Aims

The aim of this unit is to synthesize the design skills and conceptual knowledge in advanced landscape design required for entry level to the practice of landscape architecture.

Objectives

On completion of this unit you should be able to:

1. demonstrate at an advanced level, the ability to effectively represent your design outcomes and processes through modelled, written, graphic and oral means;
   
2. demonstrate at an advanced level, your understanding of design theory and processes;
   
3. demonstrate at an advanced level, effective critical thinking and analytical processes to interpret problems;
   
4. demonstrate at an advanced level, creative problem solving to formulate innovative design propositions to specific briefs;
   
5. demonstrate where and when appropriate, ethical conduct, collaboration and independent self-management and accountability

Content

Content covered in this unit includes:

• Infrastructure and infrastructure landscapes;
  
• Cultural landscapes of South-East Queensland;
  
• Urban design theory;
  
• Climate change resilience;
  
• Communication and presentation techniques

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Teaching Mode: Hours per week: 4 hours
Lectures: Each new theme will be introduced in lectures/studio as noted in the calendar.
Pin-Ups: Regular group presentations of work in progress will involve peer review and tutor feedback.
Desk Critiques: Regular one on one critiques between tutors will provide ongoing advice on projects
Presentations: Work will be assessed in studio to a jury of the lecturer and tutors. The final works will be presented to an invited jury and in a public exhibition in addition to a publication designed to communicate the design thinking to a wider audience. All of these approaches develop sophisticated design skills in a collaborative professional environment.
Content will be supported by online resources but for effective skills development weekly participation in class exercises is essential. Additional work outside studio time will also be required in line with QUT guidelines.

Learning Approaches:
Learning approaches will cover the following:

• Problem-based learning through a series of design exercises and a design project devised to collectively address.
  
• Individual learning through the completion of designated components of the design project.
  
• Reflection through the use of peer-to-peer critique in the studio sessions.

Students are expected to attend studio with:

• Any pre-requisite materials as set on Blackboard or in the lecture material.
  
• Sufficient resources to engage in creative/design processes.
  
  Schedule
  The schedule may change up to and including in studio if circumstances are deemed necessary by the lecturer, tutor or QUT.

  Assessment

  Overview of Assessment:
  Assessment tasks in this unit will build upon ideas and research developed during DLB730 Landscape Design 7. Summative assessment will be based on project design outputs and a final exhibition, and will include detailed feedback using standards-based criterion-referenced evaluation.Feedback will be provided through regular critiques and pin-ups in class with lecturer and tutors, as well as presentation to studio guests, and one and one desk critiques. Prior to final submission 2 reviews will be conducted and provisional marks will be provided. Students are also expected to actively participate in the studio envionment and gain feedback fom the body of work produced across the studio. In addition, students are to undertake independent research to gain an insight in to both the quality of work and processes required within the studio.

  Assessment name: Volume 1
  Description: Research, analysis and exemplar study for the site throught the lense of the design brief, submitted as a presentation and a journal chapter for a coordinated publication.
  Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 3 & 5
  Weight: 20%
  Internal or external: Internal
  Group or individual: Group with Individual Component
  Due date: Mid Semester
  

  Assessment name: Volume 2
  Description: Research and design proposition for future sustainable/resilient urban framwork of the site, submitted as a presentation and a journal chapter for a coordinated publication.
  Relates to objectives: 1, 2,3, 4, & 5
  Weight: 40%
  Internal or external: Internal
  Group or individual: Group with Individual Component
  Due date: Late Semester
  

  Assessment name: Volume 3
  Description: Design proposal for speculative city futures concept that is a culmination of the semesters work submiited as a presentation and a journal chapter for a coordinated publication.
  Relates to objectives: 1, 2,3, 4, & 5
  Weight: 40%
  Internal or external: Internal
  Group or individual: Group with Individual Component
  Due date: End of Semester
  

  Academic Honesty

  QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

  A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

  Resource materials

  No Set Text
  
  Resource materials will be made available as appropriate through the unit Blackboard site, through the Resource Centre, Level 1, D Block or at the QUT GP Bookshop.
  
  Additional Costs
  There will be a field trip component in the Studio. You should plan for a $200 cost for entries and sundry field expenses. Consumable costs, typical of the preparation and presentation of project work, are to be expected. Additional costs may be incurred in preparing the final design documentation for exhibition. You should allow a budget of $250 for this purpose.

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  Risk assessment statement

  There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.

  Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

  Last modified: 04-Jun-2012