Advanced Environments and Technologies

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
ARCH 6002
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Course ID
202184
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course enhances learners' advanced understanding of sustainable and technological design systems within social, cultural, political, and economic contexts. It integrates current design practices with insights into the interplay between people, place, and Aboriginal knowledge. Starting from historical contexts to contemporary technologies, the course delves into environmental modelling software while critically assessing its limitations in addressing ecological, social, cultural, political, and economic factors. Learners gain a holistic perspective on sustainable technologies and their complexities, fostering a nuanced approach to environmental solutions within diverse contexts.

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the social and environmental consequences of architecture
  • Undertake an environmental analysis of a medium-complexity building using simulation software
  • Improve an architectural proposition by balancing technical assessment with contextual understanding

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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