SET111 - Sustainable Design
| Year: | 2025 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Previously: | Environmental Design |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | SEJ101 |
| Study commitment | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site. |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus | 1 x 2 hour practical experience (studio) per week. |
| Scheduled learning activities - online | Online independent and collaborative learning including a 1 x 2 hour online practical experience (studio) per week. |
Content
This unit focuses on the principles of design and the use of computer-aided design (CAD) to develop solutions that reduce the environmental impact of artefacts in their production and/or use. Students will engage with sustainable design strategies and practices, learning how to create innovative design solutions that address environmental considerations. The unit also emphasises the importance of adhering to international and Australian standards in engineering design, fostering the development of professional documentation skills. By critically evaluating and refining design solutions, students will acquire the discipline specific technical expertise and professional practice skills, preparing them for a career in engineering with a strong emphasis on sustainability.
Hurdle requirement
To be eligible to obtain a pass in this unit, students must achieve an overall mark of at least 50% in CAD skills test in addition to the normal requirement of at least 50% overall for the unit.
Unit Fee Information
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Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.
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