Brady mitchell 587149 finaljournal

B.7 LEARNING OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES Learning Objectives performance: 1) Interrogating the brief. The subject has provided us with two briefs to adhere to. Firstly, what is outlined by the course and secondly the outline of the LAGI competition. I have been able to maintain clear consideration to both of these briefs throughout the design process.

2) The ability to generate a variety of design possibilities through the introduction of visual programming, algorithmic design and parametric modelling. This was demonstrated through the different iterations explored in B.2 and B.4. The introduction of programs such as Rhino, Grasshopper and Kangaroo have allowed us a group to produce a variety of minutely or vastly different outcomes explored in the different iterations.

3) Developing skills in various three dimensional media including computational geometry, parametric modelling and digital fabrication. My competency in three dimensional media has significantly improved from the start of the semester, having previously little knowledge. I now have a solid understanding of how to use Rhino and Grasshopper in relation to what tools are required to perform various functions, understand and produce algorithms and furthermore manipulate it to achieve a variety of outcomes.

4) Developed an understanding of the relationship between architecture and air, through the interrogation of design proposal. When built, our design proposal sits in a physical setting that is exposed to a variety of harsh climatic conditions. The process of putting foward a proposal requires proof that our design is stable and viable. The relationship between architecture and air was tested through constructing tangible prototype of design components.

5) Developed the ability to make a strong case for proposals through rigorous and persuasive arguments by the architectural discourse. The ability to argue our design proposal by highlighting similar projects that have eventuated and their success, in relation to what we are wanting to achieve ourselves.

6) Ability to analyse contemporary architectural projects through conceptual, technical and design analyses. Since beginning this subject, the way in which I view architectural landscape has significantly changed. Instead of just looking at the aesthetic components of a building, I now look and begin to think what programs the architect had employed to design and achieve the specific intent.

7)Developed foundational understandings of computational geometry. As previously stated, my understanding of computational geometry and visual programming has increased significantly. I believe that this progress has been articulated in parametric outcomes, highlighting our development and knowledge with these programs.

8) Development of personalised repertoire of computational techniques and beginning to understand their advantages, disadvantages and areas of application. I am beginning to understand why specific programs are used to complete various tasks and why they are used over other alternatives.

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