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SI-Lab: Scanning and Virtual Reality (ABPL90422)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
Availability(Quotas apply) | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
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S-I Lab introduces students to critical views on 3D scanning and virtual reality technology by digitally reproducing and representing spatial environments. S-I Lab – Spatial Information Laboratory - focuses on the relationship between image making technologies; 3D scanning, photography, film, real-time render engines - and architectural representation. Through this subject students will develop skills and knowledge in various aspects of immersive digital technology, geometry, media and theory. ‘Immersion’, in the context of this subject, relates to both producing skills in new representational tools such as film and augmented/virtual reality, as well as the process of developing a deep knowledge and understanding of the content of the course.
Students will be introduced to two key technologies - 3D LiDAR laser scanning and the HTC Vive virtual reality system. Key architectural sites, situations and events will be chosen to scan, analyse and represent using high resolution 3D point cloud data. Specific training will be provided to develop skills in the analysis and representation of the digital data, with student projects culminating in the presentation of virtual reality experiences, generated using real-time rendering engines. While a high level of technical support will be provided by subject tutors, students will be required to have an understanding of digital design tools, in particular Rhino 3d. No knowledge of coding or computer programming is required.
Enrolment:This subject is a quota subject and places are limited. Students who have provisionally enrolled in the subject must provide a short portfolio of their design work and a statement outlining why they are interested in the subject to be considered for selection. Submission is to be emailed directly to the subject coordinator.
Intended learning outcomes
- Develop skills in the analysis of spatial conditions using advanced 3D imaging technologies.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of digital reproduction tools such as laser scanning, photography, film and AR/VR.
- Communicate critical views on new mediums for architectural representation.
- Articulate knowledge on the relationship between new media and architectural theory.
- Create a highly resolved and curated 3D image based presentation using real-time rendering engines.
- Evaluate and communicate contemporary theories on architectural and cultural heritage preservation and representation.
Generic skills
- Critical spatial analysis
- Ability to use of a range of digital reproduction technologies
- Time management and project management
- Ability to integrate digital tools and architectural representation
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Students are required to have extensive experience with digital design software in particular Rhino 3D.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Three Imaging Exercises , required approximately 17to 20 hours of working each worth 5%
| Week 2, 4 and 6 | 15% |
Design Journal – Mid Semester Review, required approximately 17 to 20 hours of working
| Week 7 | 15% |
Design Journal – Final Submission, required approximately 30 to 35 hours of working
| During the examination period | 25% |
Final Project (approximately 60 to 65 hours of work )
| During the examination period | 45% |
Hurdle requirement: Students required to attend 80% of workshop | N/A |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Rochus Hinkel Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 1X3 hour workshop Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 1 March 2021 to 30 May 2021 Last self-enrol date 15 February 2021 Census date 31 March 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 7 May 2021 Assessment period ends 25 June 2021 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Coordinator Rochus Hinkel Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 1X3 hour workshop per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021 Semester 2 contact information
Additional delivery details
Quota: 16
This subject has an automated quota. Your enrolment confirms your space in this subject. If you choose to withdraw from this subject you will be forfeiting your space and may be unable to enrol again.
For detailed information on the quota subject application process and due dates, refer to the EDSC Quota Subjects webpage: http://edsc.unimelb.edu.au/quota-subjects
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022