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Core Module Information
Module title: Architectural Technology 1
SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BSV07101
Module leader: Masoud Sajjadian
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module introduces the core principles of architectural design, focusing on its importance within the Architectural Technology discipline. These principles include understanding geometric form and shape, sizes and scales, and the circulation and flow within and around a building. Students will learn how to interpret and meet client briefs and develop the fundamentals of presenting architectural drawings.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Undertake collaborative group work.

LO2: Review iconic houses, outlining their design and technology features, form and function.

LO3: Understand and explain the principles of energy efficiency and sustainability in building design.

LO4: Develop and rationalise design solutions to meet user requirements.

LO5: Explain the relationship between the building design and energy demand.

LO6: Present, articulate and visualise design work.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Masoud Sajjadian
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 30 This time is dedicated to supporting students in their project-based learning, offering structured guidance in the development of a house design project.
Online Guided independent study 170 Guided independent study allows students to develop their house design project. It gives them time to research and develop their skills.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Portfolio 100 1~2~3~4~5~6 Week 13 100% Architectural PortfolioStudents will be provided with a design brief for a low-rise building and will be required to develop and present their proposal using architectural software, producing a set of professional architectural drawings.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
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