Science, Engineering and Technology

KDA222

2012  KDA222  History & Theory in Design 4

Unit Level: Intermediate

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KDA222 L Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 2 L On Campus 16-JUL-2012 10-AUG-2012 03-SEP-2012 20-OCT-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 Australia, from pre-European indigenous design through to the late 20th century, in the context of international design history. Through the study of significant historical developments the unit aims to develop a richly informed approach to contemporary design.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: Essay (35%), analytical drawing and/or model-making assignment (30%) 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, seminar or walking tour 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

TEXTS
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Sem 2) will be available from mid April 2012

STAFF: Dr Stuart King

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