Course Information

Course Code:
Course Number:
Code Course Name Language Type
MIM 120E Introduction to Computational Design Tools and Methods in Architecture English Compulsory
Local Credits ECTS Theoretical Tutorial Laboratory
2 5 1 2 0
Course Prerequisites and Class Restriction
Prerequisites None
Class Restriction None
Course Description
This is a compulsory unit of study which aims at introducing students to general principles of computation and its wide range of applications in architectural design. It also aims to introduce the students to the various digital design, fabrication and manufacturing technologies utilized in architectural design practices and make them develop a beginner level knowledge and experience in a suite of these technologies which involve a geometric modeling application (Rhinoceros), together with an algorithmic modeling plug in (Grasshopper) and laser cutting as a method for digital fabrication. With these objectives, as can be seen in the weekly plan, the course covers a wide range of topics to be delivered in lecture hours and tutorials and hands on working with Rhinoceros and Grasshopper during the lab hours.