Science, Engineering and Technology

KDA212

2012  KDA212  History & Theory in Design 3

Unit Level: Intermediate

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KDA212 L Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 L On Campus 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). This unit can be taken in other courses About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION
This unit examines the history and theory of architecture, interior design, furniture design and garden design in the second half of the 20th century. It develops an understanding of the complex interweaving of modernist, regionalist and postmodernist approaches in the period. Through the study of significant historical developments, the unit aims to develop a richly informed approach to contemporary design.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT:

Verbal and graphic analysis assignment (30%), essay (35%) and visual test (35%).
Students not enrolled in BEnvDes may choose to submit another essay in place of the analytical drawing assignment.

TEACHING PATTERN:

Two hour lecture per week (13 weeks).
Two hour tutorial or seminar per week (13 weeks).

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web supported - L
Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
   Resource supported teaching & learning - L
Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
About Flexible Study Options

INTERNATIONALISATION
This unit includes international cross-cultural issues/skills.

TEXTS
Launceston Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)

STAFF: Dr Stuart King

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