Arc60305 Methods of Documentation and Measured Drawings Module Outline Jan 2017 Rev1
Arc60305 Methods of Documentation and Measured Drawings Module Outline Jan 2017 Rev1
Arc60305 Methods of Documentation and Measured Drawings Module Outline Jan 2017 Rev1
MODULE OUTLINE
January 2017
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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING AND DESIGN
Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia
Module Synopsis
The objectives of the module are translated into a number of Module Learning Outcomes (MLO),
mapped to Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) and Taylors Graduate Capabilities (TGC).
5.1
7 Describe architectural cultural heritage 2
5.2
1.3
8 Execute fieldwork and hands-on measurements 2 3.1
3.2
3.1
9 Translate measured data into scaled drawings 2 3.2
8.1
This is a 5 credit hour module conducted over a period of 8 weeks. The modes of delivery will be
in the form of lectures, discussion/tutorials, and self-directed study. The breakdown of the contact
hours is as follows:
TIMeS will be used as a communication tool and information portal for students to access module
materials, project briefs, assignments and announcements.
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture programme has as its objectives that graduates
exemplify the following Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) that will enable them to:
Produce designs at appropriate complexity and scales up to the schematic level using appropriate
1
communication tools
Demonstrate understanding of cultural, historical and established architectural theories, philosophies
2
and context
Demonstrate creativity, innovation and imagination and translate these into an architectural design
3
solution
Develop design to a level for regulatory application for Building Plan submission that complies to the
4 requirements of local authorities, including understanding of building regulations, basic building
construction and materials, environmental considerations and building services
Translate design into construction drawings with appropriate construction details and use established
5
architectural drawing convention
6 Work in a team and participate in the design process
*Source: The Manual of Accreditation for Architecture Programmes, Board of Architects Malaysia, 2013
The teaching and learning approach at Taylors University is focused on developing the Taylors
Graduate Capabilities (TGC) in its students; capabilities that encompass the knowledge, cognitive
capabilities and soft skills of its graduates.
5. Interpersonal Skills
5.1 Understand team dynamics and mobilize the power of teams
5.2 Understand and assume leadership
6. Intrapersonal Skills
6.1 Manage oneself and be selfreliant
6.2 Reflection ones action and learning
6.3 Embody Taylors core values
7. Citizenship and Global Perspectives
7.1 Be aware of and form opinions from diverse perspectives
7.2 Understand the value of civic responsibility and community engagement
8. Digital Literacy
8.1 Effective use of ICT and related technology
You will be graded in the form of formative and summative assessments. Formative assessment
involves participation in discussions and feedback sessions. Summative assessment will inform you
about the level of understanding and performance capabilities achieved at the end of the module.
Total 100%
Assessment Components
This project is an on-site exercise where students have to document the physical and the
immediate context of the site. It can be from an element as broad as the urban planning itself
down to the smallest detail of the ornaments used in the building.
The report is an additional document that accompanies the set of drawings for the building that
is measured during the semester. It will elaborate on the significance of the building measured
from various aspects such as architectural, historical and cultural. Students are required to
prepare a report and photo book.
This project will be carried out throughout the semester where students will be assigned to
measure and document a historical / architecturally significant or heritage building and translate
all the data into a set of drawings. Each group will have to only measure one particular assigned
by the course coordinator. Apart from doing the measuring exercise on site, students will also
need to do additional research in order to piece together all the important data about the
building. The model will provide additional physical information of the building.
The Taylors Graduate Capabilities Portfolio is a document that collates all assessments produced
in a module and reflects a students acquisition of the Module Learning Outcomes and Taylors
Graduate Capabilities. Each student is to develop an ePortfolio, a web-based portfolio in the
form of a personal academic blog. The ePortfolio is developed progressively for all modules
taken throughout Semesters 1 to 5, and culminates with a final Portfolio in printed form
produced in the final semester. The printed Portfolio must encapsulate the acquisition of
Programme Learning Outcomes and Taylors Graduate Capabilities, and showcase the
distinctiveness and identity of the student as a graduate of the programme.
Grade
Grade Marks Definition Description
Points
B- 60 64 2.67
Evidence of some understanding of the module matter;
C+ 55 59 2.33 Pass ability to develop solutions to simple problems;
benefitting from his/her university experience.
C 50 54 2.00
D+ 47 49 1.67
Evidence of nearly but not quite acceptable familiarity with
D 44 46 1.33 Marginal Fail
module matter, weak in critical and analytical skills.
D- 40 43 1.00
Description 2: After week 7 for long semester, or after week 5 for short semester. A short semester is less than
14 weeks. Not applicable for audit and internship.
A student who fails to attempt all assessment components worth 20% or more, including final exam
and final presentation, will result in failing the module irrespective of the marks earned, even though
he/she has achieved 50% or more in the overall assessment. Student will not be allowed to resit
the examination (or resubmit an assessment).
Subject Introduction
Overview of module outline
Introduction of Project 1, Project 2 and Project 3
Lecture 1
Understanding Methods of Documentation & Measured Drawings
9 January -
Definition, identification and principles of recording
Lecture 2
Guide to Report Writing and video
Time : 9 am 2 pm
Venue : TBC
Week 1 4 8 4
Lecture 2
Methods of Measurement, Tools and
Instrument
16 January CAD Workshop Preparation for
Measuring Exercise
(Computer Labs) fieldwork
Time : 9 11 am
Venue : TBC
Measuring Exercise
Lecture 3 CAD
The Dos and Donts during Fieldwork Workshop
19 January Preparation for fieldwork
Safety briefing by Safety officers (Computer
Time : 9 11 am Labs)
20 January FIELDWORK
Week 2 4 8 4
Fieldwork
A minimum of 5 days of fieldwork at
respective sites / buildings
Data collection and
(Tentative dates 20th to 25th January) Checking of data
20 -25 January translating data
obtained
into drawings
Project 1 & Project 2: Data Collection
Project 3: On-site Investigation and
measurement
Week 3 4 8 4
NON-CONTACT WEEK Chinese New Year break
ONLINE TUTORIAL
Project 2 & Project 3: ONLINE
In respective groups Translating data
6 February PROGRESS CHECK
Time :11 am 2 pm into drawings
Time : 9 am 11 am
Week 4 2 8 4
Project 1: Submission
In respective groups
(Designated studios)
Project 3: Tutorial Production of
Time :11 am 2 pm
13 February Time : 9 am 11 am drawings, report
Venue : Designated
Venue : Designated studios as per and model
studios as per
schedule
schedule
Week 5 2 8 4
Project 3: Interim Crit
Production of
Interim Crit
20 February Time : 9 am 2 pm drawings, report
Venue : Designated studios as per and model
schedule
Week 6 2 8 4
In respective groups
Project 2: Video Presentation (Designated studios)
Production of
Time : 9 am 11 am Time :11 am 2 pm
27 February drawings, report
Venue : TBC Venue : Designated
and model
studios as per
schedule
Production of
Project 2 & Project 3: Production of final In respective groups
2 March drawings, report
drawings, report and model (Designated studios)
and model
Week 7 2 8 4
Project2 & Project 3: Final submission
and presentation Production of
Final submission and
6 March Time : 9 am 2 pm drawings, report
presentation
Venue : To be confirmed and model
All lecturers to attend this session
Week 8 2 8 4
Recommended References:
Student-centered Learning
The module uses the Student-centered Learning (SCL) approach. Utilization of SCL embodies most
of the principles known to improve learning and to encourage students participation. SCL requires
students to be active, responsible participants in their own learning and instructors are to facilitate
the learning process. Various teaching and learning strategies such as experiential learning,
problem-based learning, site visits, group discussions, presentations, working in group and etc. can
be employed to facilitate the learning process. In SCL, students are expected to be:
Attendance is compulsory. Any student who arrives late after the first half-hour of class will be
considered as absent. The lectures and tutorials will assist you in expanding your ideas and your
assessments. A minimum of 80% attendance is required to pass the module and/or be eligible for
the final examination and/or presentation.
Students will be assessed based on their performance throughout the semester. Students are
expected to attend and participate actively in class. Class participation is an important component
of every module. Your participation in the module is encouraged. You have the opportunity to
participate in the following ways:
Individual members of staff shall be permitted to grant extensions for assessed work that they have
set if they are satisfied that a student has given good reasons.
Absenteeism at intermediate or final presentation will result in zero mark for that presentation.
The Board of Examiners may overrule any penalty imposed and allow the actual mark achieved to
be used if the late submission was for a good reason.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism, which is an attempt to present another persons work as your own by not acknowledging
the source, is a serious case of misconduct which is deemed unacceptable by the University.
"Work" includes written materials such as books, journals and magazine articles or other papers
and also includes films and computer programs. The two most common types of plagiarism are
from published materials and other students works.
1. Published Materials
In general, whenever anything from someone elses work is used, whether it is an idea, an
opinion or the results of a study or review, a standard system of referencing should be used.
Examples of plagiarism may include a sentence or two, or a table or a diagram from a book or
an article used without acknowledgement.
Serious cases of plagiarism can be seen in cases where the entire paper presented by the student
is copied from another book, with an addition of only a sentence or two by the student.
While the former can be treated as a simple failure to cite references, the latter is likely to be
viewed as cheating in an examination.
Circulating relevant articles and discussing ideas before writing an assignment is a common
practice. However, with the exception of group assignments, students should write their own
papers. Plagiarising the work of other students into assignments includes using identical or very
similar sentences, paragraphs or sections. When two students submit papers that are very similar
in tone and content, both are likely to be penalised.
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