Materials and Processes for Fabrication

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
COMP 1012
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Course ID
201238
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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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
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course introduces students in art and design to the safe and considered use of tools, workshop equipment, and common materials for creating objects and design prototypes. Students will develop practical and technical skills in handling various materials like wood, metal, plaster, and plastic, using both digital and analogue methods. Emphasising safety and ethical considerations, the course covers project planning, technical drawing interpretation, and material shaping techniques. Additionally, it explores the conceptual aspects of materials and processes, their cultural significance, and the ethical and environmental issues associated with their life cycles from production to waste.

  • Materials and processes for rapid prototyping 
  • Materials and processes for functional prototyping
  • Surface finishing and digital production methods

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate an understanding of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) principles and guidelines, for working safely in a physical prototyping workshop.
  • Create precise and functional physical artifacts using manual processes for a range of materials and to support the art and design development process.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in shaping processes using machinery for a variety of materials for art and design development.
  • Demonstrate the integration of digital fabrication technologies with analogue processes to create design prototypes and art/design artefacts.
  • Understand the basic principles and concepts for the selection materials and fabrication processes, for ethical and environmentally sustainable art/design practices.

Assessment

A range of assignments designed to support course outcomes, Multiple Choice Questions, Design Project, Design Project, A range of assignments designed to support course outcomes, Design Project, Multiple Choice Questions