1997 QUT Handbook

■ ARB360 INTERIOR DESIGN 1
Scope of problem-solving theory; special characteristics of design
problems; the task environment; the problem space, the
solution space and their representation; problem difficulty, recognition
and algorithmic methods; generate-and-test methods;
heuristics; creativity and innovation. Studio exercises aimed at
a range of interior design problems with emphasis on
contextuality and symbolism. To extend presentation methods,
techniques and materials used to communicate design ideas.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB276
Corequisites: ARB361
Credit Points: 18 Contact Hours: 8 per week
■ ARB361 INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 1
Upgrades technical drawing skills and introduces students to
the building codes. Domestic construction; introduction to
building regulations and materials.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB246
Corequisites: ARB360
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 6 per week
■ ARB362 FURNITURE & FITTINGS 1
Fabrics and textiles in interior design, history, design construction
and specification. Finishing materials; properties and
techniques are discussed in conjunction with the codes, standards
and specifications in relation to design projects.
Courses: BN30
Credit Points: 6 Contact Hours: 2 per week
■ ARB450 INDUSTRIAL DESIGN 2
Design methodologies; process; creativity and product innovation;
case studies; environmental impact. The studio exercises
are aimed at different product ranges. The complexity
of the project increases according to the semester level.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB350
Credit Points: 18 Contact Hours: 8 per week
■ ARB453 MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 2
Application of engineering mechanisms to products or systems;
the performances of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic
mechanisms in relation to particular functions; introduction
to electronics; design problems in studio using CAD.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB353
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 6 per week
■ ARB454 COMPUTER-AIDED INDUSTRIAL
DESIGN 2
Introduction to 3D Solid modelling concepts, 3D spatial relationships,
design documentation, 3D model to 2D engineering
drawings and development of skills in the use of CAD for
engineering drawings. Design presentation.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB354
Credit Points: 6 Contact Hours: 2 per week
■ ARB457 ELECTIVE 1
Elective Unit drawn from a range presented by the School
and approved by the Course Coordinator.
Courses: BN30
Credit Points: 6 Contact Hours: 2 per week
■ ARB460 INTERIOR DESIGN 2
Development of design understanding and processes; to introduce
the development of a rigorous and systematic methodology
in the design process; to concentrate attention on problems
with specific interior design parameters; and to foster an
appreciation of design; introduction of information retrieval
skills, using the library and other information services; assessing,
organising and evaluating information. Continues to
expose students to a variety of presentation techniques and
materials needed to communicate design solutions.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB360
Corequisites: ARB461
Credit Points: 18 Contact Hours: 8 per week
■ ARB461 INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 2
Industrialised interior finishes and construction techniques.
Building services and the role of the associated consultants
codes and standards in relation to design projects. The devel-
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opment of drawing skills in preparation of working drawing
examples lined to Interior Design 2. Investigation of environmentally
aware design and construction.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB361
Corequisites: ARB460
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 6 per week
■ ARB462 FURNITURE & FITTINGS 2
The manufacture, assembly and fabrication of furniture, fittings
and components; expected performance of materials and
furniture items, focuses on functional, maintenance, life span,
economic properties. History of furniture design, materials
and construction.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB362
Credit Points: 6 Contact Hours: 2 per week
■ ARB550 INDUSTRIAL DESIGN 3
Product design in depth. The projects are cross-referenced with
other subject areas which will provide an integration of knowledge
and skills acquired in the previous semesters. During
the design projects, different specialist expertise is included.
Lectures cover: case studies; design innovation; design methods.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB450
Credit Points: 18 Contact Hours: 8 per week
■ ARB553 MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 3
Production techniques in relation to different materials, various
methods for different finishing operations, various methods
for forming, automatic and semi-automatic assembly and
quality control methods; production cost. Field studies include
visits to manufacturing industries. The application of production
techniques in studio design projects using CAD.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB453
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 5 per week
■ ARB554 COMPUTER-AIDED INDUSTRIAL
DESIGN 3
Introduction to simple 3D Surface modelling concepts, introduction
to shading, development of these skills for product
form evaluations. Development of the use of 3D CAD skills
for production of advanced 2D engineering drawings.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB454
Credit Points: 6 Contact Hours: 2 per week
■ ARB556 PRODUCT ANALYSIS &
DEVELOPMENT
Case studies on success and failure of industrial/product design;
sources for new product development; system for total
design product planning; product status, marketing and process
of total design management.
Courses: BN30
Credit Points: 6 Contact Hours: 2 per week
■ ARB557 ELECTIVE 2
Elective Unit drawn from a range presented by the School,
Faculty, other Faculties at QUT, and approved by the Course
Coordinator.
Courses: BN30
Credit Points: 6 Contact Hours: 2 per week
■ ARB560 INTERIOR DESIGN 3
Students develop their knowledge of systematic interior design
processes and apply knowledge gained in support and
corequisite units. Application of the physical and cultural context
as well as psychological and sociological needs of the
end user. Visual and oral communication techniques employed
in the production of design presentations to clients.
Courses: BN30 Prerequisites: ARB460
Corequisites: ARB561, ARB663
Credit Points: 18 Contact Hours: 7 per week
■ ARB561 INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY 3
Continuation of ARB461; emphasis on commercial construction
systems and the impact of regulations; high-rise buildings,
the planning of tenancies, partitioning and furniture systems,
shopping centres, theatres, medical clinics, taverns, restaurants.