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Architecture · ARCH 334

Advanced Design in 3D / Design Awareness

ARCH 334 is CRC Architecture’s “Maker Class.” It emphasizes the digital design process and comprehensive prototyping, with a focus on three-dimensional design in a makerspace. You’ll learn to conceptualize, design and prototype interactive physical objects using waterjet and laser cutting, CNC machining, 3D modeling, 3D printing and basic hand tools. Working individually and in teams, you’ll build both prescribed and open-ended design projects that bring these techniques together.

3 unitsIn person · makerspaceArticulated with Cal Poly SLO, Cal Poly Pomona and NewSchool of ArchitectureNo textbook required

What you’ll learn

Learning outcomes

  1. SLO 01

    Apply basic organizational and spatial principles to the conception and development of architectural environments.

  2. SLO 02

    Understand and demonstrate the 2D and 3D skills associated with representing envisioned ideas, objects and environments.

  3. SLO 03

    Demonstrate teamwork skills through active participation and contribution to a team effort.

  4. SLO 04

    Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of historical, cultural, human, aesthetic, environmental and social issues in order to affect creative change in the built environment.

  5. SLO 05

    Demonstrate advanced skills in research and investigation associated with architectural design and lifelong learning.

  6. SLO 06

    Demonstrate oral communication skills that are appropriate and effective in group discussion and oral presentation of design thinking.

Course content

What we’ll cover

Makerspace safety trainingLaser cutting with Adobe IllustratorWaterjet cuttingCNC machining with VCarve3D modeling in Rhino, SketchUp or Fusion 3603D printingBasic hand tool operationPrototyping interactive physical objects

+ 1 more topics covered in class.

Together

Student expectations

  • This class is in person: attend every session, since students may be dropped after three absences.
  • Professional conduct and courtesy are expected at all times in the makerspace.
  • Safety comes first, in your behavior, your use of the equipment and your decisions.
  • Late work carries a 10% (one letter grade) penalty.
  • If you find yourself falling behind or having difficulty with a topic, be sure to seek help.
  • Uphold the CRC Honor Code: honesty, fairness, respect and responsibility.
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