Course Catalogue

Architecture C3 ENG3007

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: School of Engineering
  • Credits: 30
  • Level: Level 3 (SCQF level 9)
  • Typically Offered: Runs Throughout Semesters 1 and 2
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

This course begins with the researching, analysing, and presenting of precedent architectural examples of houses, relating to the main studio programme of a House Design.  The House Design programme requires the examination and investigation of the influence of context in making proposals reflecting an architectural and structural ambition.

Timetable

One afternoon per week throughout semesters 1 and 2

Requirements of Entry

Mandatory Entry Requirements

None

Recommended Entry Requirements

None

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

Assessment based entirely on portfolio, submitted after the completion of the course.

Course Aims

The aims of the course are to:

■ reinforce ability developed in Architecture C2;

■ introduce students to architectural projects that are small-scale but multicellular;

■ introduce site analysis and context as significant issues. Research and analysis of existing projects of a similar scale will be required.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ recognise the architectural potential of simple structures and construction in the design of a moderately complex building;

■ differentiate materials, their colour, texture, size and weight;

■ illustrate the treatment and representation of landscape as a site for a design project;

■ show ability in three-dimensional (3-D) drawing technique;

■ evaluate and compare historical, recent, and contemporary buildings.

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions