13288 - Digital Methods Modulübersicht

Module Number: 13288
Module Title:Digital Methods
  Digital Methods
Department: Faculty 6 - Architecture, Civil Engineering and Urban Planning
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Prof. Vukorep, Ilija
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: Every semester
Credits: 6
Learning Outcome:The student

- has profound skills in parametric modeling and digital design methods,

• can deal in differentiated manner with digital tools and with planning-related programming techniques,

• has the competence to work with various digital techniques in connection with CNC technology,

• can independently work on projects in various levels of detail,

• has extensive understanding of the implementation of digital into real models,

• can organize himself, prepare the work and process planning and critically evaluate the use of CNC machines in the design process.
Contents:Development of parametric models in various planning phases with and without consideration of CNC production. In-depth techniques in the construction of prototype models. Programming basics. The module is based on teaching 30% scientific basics; 40% methods; 30% expertise.
Recommended Prerequisites:own computer
Mandatory Prerequisites:None
Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Exercise / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Seminar / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:The list of literature can be found on the website of the department.
Module Examination:Continuous Assessment (MCA)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:1. Interim presentation 1 - digital model, 20 min. (25%)

2. Interim presentation 2 - digital model, 20 min. (25%)

3. Final presentation including discussion of the results, 20 min. (50%)

In the final presentation, the students are expected to submit the following:

• digital model of their own design

• Real model and / or drawing  of the design

• Documentation of the design
Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:None
Part of the Study Programme:
  • Abschluss im Ausland / Architektur / keine PO
  • Master (research-oriented) - Double Degree / Architektur / PO 2022
Remarks:The focus of work varies from semester to semester. The task can include topics in architecture, civil engineering or urban planning.
In the event that the module cannot be taught or tested according to the present description (e.g. for reasons of infection protection), the alternatives communicated on relevant platforms (e.g. homepage or Moodle) apply.
Module Components:Seminar/Exercise
Components to be offered in the Current Semester: