Module Outline

Year 3, Semester : 01 February July 2012

Architectural Options 301

MODULE DETAILS
Course Location : Unit Controller/Examiner : Co-examiner : Pre-requisite : Co-requisite : Credits : Contact hours : No. of weeks : No. of assignments : Portfolio : Venue : Day : Time :

Architectural Digital Visualization

AS

LUCT, Cyberjaya, Malaysia Wei Li, Choong n/a nil nil 3 4 (Including tutorials, labs studio, etc per week.) 16 weeks 2 + Final Project + 1 In-class Practical Test Submission required CAD Lab. 1 Tuesday

Prepared by : Wei Li, Choong Signature : Date

Checked by : Ms Anna Kamelia Signature : Date

This document comprises the following: Essential Information Specific Module Information Module Rules & Regulations Grades Plagiarism Module Introduction Module Aims & Objectives Learning Outcome Specific Generic Learning Skills Syllabus + Lecture Outline References Assignment Schedule Assessment Criteria Specific Criteria Other documents as follows will be issued to you on an ongoing basis throughout the semester: Handouts for Assignments Submission Requirements + Guidelines 1.0 ESSENTIAL INFORMATION All modules other than electives are 'significant modules' As an indicator of workload one credit carries and additional 2 hours of self study per week. For example, a module worth 3 credits require that the student spends an additional 6 hours per week, either reading, completing the assignment or doing self directed research for that module. Submission of ALL assignment work is compulsory in this module. A student cannot pass this module without having to submit ALL assignment work by the due date or an approved extension of that date. All assignments are to be handed on time on the due date. Students will be penalised 10 percent for the first day and 5 percent per day thereafter for late submission (a weekend or a

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public holiday counts as one day). Late submission, after the date Board of Studies meeting will not be accepted. Due dates, compulsory assignment requirements and submission requirements may only be altered with the consent of the majority of students enrolled in this module at the beginning/early in the program. Extensions of time for submission of assignment work may be granted if the application for extension is accompanied by a medical certificate. Overseas travel is not an acceptable reason for seeking a change in the examination schedule. Only the Head of School can grant approval for extension of submission beyond the assignment deadline. Re-submission of work can only receive a 50% maximum pass rate. Supplementary exams can only be granted if the level of work is satisfactory AND the semester work has been completed. Harvard referencing and plagiarism policy will apply on all written assignments. 2.0 SPECIFIC MODULE INFORMATION Attendance rate of 80% is mandatory for passing module. All grades are subject to attendance and participation. Absenteeism at any scheduled presentations will result in zero mark for that presentation. Visual presentation work in drawn and model form must be the original work of the student. The attached semester program is subject to change at short notice. MODULE RULES AND REGULATIONS: Assessment procedure: These rules and regulations are to be read in conjunction with the UNIT AIMS AND OBJECTIVES All assignments/projects must be completed and presented for marking by the due date. Marks will be deducted for late work and invalid reasons. All assignments must be delivered by the student in person to the lecturer concerned. No other lecturer is allowed to accept students assignments. All tests/examinations are compulsory. Students must sit the test/examination on the notified date. Students are expected to familiarise themselves with the test/examination timetable. Students who miss a test/examination will not be allowed to pass. Any scheduling of tutorials, both during or after lecture hours, is TOTALLY the responsibility of each student. Appointments are to be proposed, arranged, confirmed, and kept, by each student. Failure to do so in a professional manner may result in penalty of grades. Tutorials WITHOUT appointments will also NOT be entertained. Note that every assignment is given an ample time frame for completion. This, together with advanced information pertaining deadlines gives you NO EXCUSE not to submit assignments on time. GRADES All modules and assessable projects will be graded according to the following system. With respect to those units that are designated 'Approved for Pass/Fail' the grade will be either PA or F: Grade 90 100 85 89 80 84 75 79 74 70 65 69 60 64 Numeric Grade A+ A AB+ B BC+ Description Pass with Distinction

3.0

4.0

Pass with Credit

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C C-, PX, PC F EXP PC PP PX X D W DNA DNC

Pass Fail Exempted Pass Conceded Pass Provisional with extra work needed Pass after extra work is given and passed Ineligible for assessment due to unsatisfactory attendance Deferred Withdraw Did Not Attend Module Did Not Complete Module

5.0

PLAGIARISM, COPYRIGHT, PATENTS, OWNERSHIP OF WORK: STUDENT MAJOR PROJECT, THESES & WORKS See LIMKOKWING, HIGH FLYERS HANDOUT, pg 10.

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MODULE INTRODUCTION
On completion of this unit students should be able to:

Use 3DStudio Max and Photoshop. Build a simple 3D model out of AutoCAD drawing package. Render internal & external perspective view out of 3D model and enhance the result in Photoshop. Apply their basic knowledge of presentation techniques in the areas of computer graphic application

software.

MODULE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES In this course, students will be:

Taught to use proper modeling technique for architectural visualization. Guided to utilize 3DStudio Max to handle full scale 3D project Guided to utilize Photoshop to enhance rendered images. Demonstrated on presentation techniques to meet the skill requirements in the local market.

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LEARNING OUTCOME At the end of this course, students will be able to:
Apply 3DStudio Max skills effectively as an instrument in design. Use Photoshop layering technique to refine rendered images.

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Extrude 3D models in 3DS Max from line drawings. Apply presentation techniques to meet the skill requirements in the local market.

SPECIFIC GENERIC LEARNING SKILLS To show the understanding and skill in utilizing 3Ds Max as a visualization tool.

To show ability to understand and build a complete 3D model out of AutoCAD drawing package for the purpose of visualization and presentation in the final project assignment. To employ most of the basic commands that they have learnt to complete a simple 3D rendered perspective.

10.0 UNIT SYLLABUS + LECTURE OUTLINE:

Week: LECTURE 1: Lecture Synopsis: 1 (28 FEB 2012) INTRODUCTION TO 3DSTUDIO MAX

visualization purposes.
Handout: Tutorials:

Introduction to 3D Studio Max and the concept of 3D modeling for

Module Outline Slide shows of digital perspective samples.
2 (6 MAR 2012) BASICS OF 3DSTUDIO MAX Interface, Coordinate System, Grid, Units, and Scale. Creating basic geometry. Assignment 1. Tutorial of Assignment 1. 3 (13 MAR 2012) BASIC STRUCTURE MODELING Importing AutoCAD package, Spline Modeling, Boolean Technique and Windows/Doors Creation. Basic Draw and Editing commands notes. Tutorial of Assignment 1. 4 (20 MAR 2012) ADVANCED MODELING TECHNIQUE Edit Mesh/Poly and Advanced Modeling(Utilising Modifiers) Applying various modifiers. Submission of Assignment 1 5 (27 MAR 2012) MATERIAL, TEXTURE AND MAPPING Introduction to Material Editor and Texture/Mapping, Basic Rendering Applying map, material and texture. Tutorial of Assignment 2. 6 (3 APRIL 2012) LAB. TUTORIAL ON ASSIGNMENT 2. Briefing of Assignment 2. Tutorial of Assignment 2. 7 (10 APRIL 2012) EXTERIOR & INTERIOR LIGHTING Various techniques of lighting for interior and exterior scene to enhance mood. Applying lighting. Submission of Assignment 2

Week: LECTURE 2: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Tutorials: Week: LECTURE 3: Lecture Synopsis:

Handout: Tutorials:
Week: LECTURE 4: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Tutorials: Week: LECTURE 5: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Tutorials: Week: LECTURE 6: Lecture Synopsis: Tutorials: Week: LECTURE 7: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Tutorials:

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Week: SEMESTER BREAK

NCW

Week: LECTURE 8: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Week: LECTURE 9: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Tutorials: Week: LECTURE 10: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Tutorials:

8 (24 APRIL 2012) IN-LAB PRACTICAL TEST Briefing on Practical Test. Practical Test Brief. 9 (1 MAY 2012) MERGING OBJECTS, CAMERA PERSPECTIVE AND FLYTHROUGH Merging 3D library, camera perspective and flythrough animation. Setting up animation. Common tutorial 11 (8 MAY 2012) INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOSHOP Introduction to Photoshop layer management. Introduction to Photoshop layers and histories. Common tutorial

Week: LECTURE 11: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Tutorials:

12 (15 MAY 2012) ARCHITECTURAL MONTAGE IN PHOTOSHOP Various layering techniques and effects. Cropping figures from photos and applying various effects. Tutorial of Final Project.

Week: LECTURE 12: Lecture Synopsis: Handout: Tutorials: Week: LECTURE 13: Handout: Tutorials: Week:

14 (22 MAY 2012) FINAL PROJECT REVIEW Briefing on Final Project Outline Final Project Brief Tutorial of Final Project. 15 (29 MAY 2012) FINAL OVERVIEW BRIEF ON FINAL PROJECT. Final Submission note. Submission of Final Project. 16 (5 JUNE 2012) FINAL EXAMINATION WEEK

11.0 REFERENCE A handout will be provided throughout the semester. The subject, class Exercise and assignments will be outlined with necessary instructions and relevant information will be provided. File Backup Storage Device: High Density 1.44 MB diskettes or 256 MB pen-drive. List of the key reference books: 1. Todd, M & Rice H. (1997), 3D Studio Max 2 Fundamentals. New Riders Press (December 1, 1997)

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12.0 ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE Assignment description ASSIGNMENT 1 :

SIMPLE ARCHITECTURAL MODEL

Issue Date week 2 week 5 week 8 week 12

Due Date week 4 week 7 week 8 week 15

% 20% 30% 10% 40%

ASSIGNMENT 2 :
BASIC RENDERED PERSPECTIVE

PRACTICAL TEST:
ENHANCED PERSPECTIVE

FINAL PROJECT:
ARCHITECTURAL PRESENTATION (PERSPECTIVE &VIDEO FLYTHRU)

TOTAL

100%

Student's assignment will be based on the project done in their design or drawing class unless otherwise instructed. Assignment is to be submitted before or on the date specified. No late submission will be entertained. Failure of which will lead to deduction of the total course percentage.

DRAWING REQUIREMENT AND FORMAT: All drawings are to be produced by using 3DStudio Max format of the drawing is to be determined by lecturers. Drawing is to be submitted in the print out of A3 size and the soft copy of .max and .psd files in a CDR. Other special requirement will be mentioned in the specified assignment or drawing. 13.0 ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Process of grading and criteria used to determine the grades, passes and high distinctions. Student's assignment will be based on the project done in their design or drawing class unless otherwise instructed. Assignment is to be submitted before or on the date specified. No late submission will be entertained. Failure of which will lead to deduction of the total course percentage. All assessment will be based on: - Neatness of 3D models - Creativity of modifying techniques - Neatness of Photoshop layering - Creativity of image enhancement through various Photoshop techniques 14.0 SPECIFIC CRITERIA Each assignment will be handed out with the project brief and will vary, depending on the teaching and learning objectives of the specific assignment. Each student will receive a completed assessment sheet back with their marks, thereby giving student feedback on each set criterion and the project as a whole. Marks for each project will be posted on the Bulletin Board with student number within 2 weeks of hand-in date 6
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