Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students will be able to apply new forms of design methodology by integrating the potential of cutting-edge computational tools during all stages of their design. In addition students will be able to communicate their design through experimental modes of modeling, visualizations and NC models. Studens will be able using the facilities offered at the Aalto campus (FabLab, robotic lab, VR lab).

Credits: 10

Schedule: 04.03.2021 - 27.05.2021

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Pia Fricker

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Pia Fricker

Contact information for the course (valid 29.01.2021-21.12.2112):

//// Teaching Team: 

Prof. Pia Fricker and  Kane Borg

//// Contact Possibilities: 

The teaching team is available during regular working hours by email.



CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Course with varying content focusing on a relevant large-scale issue at the interface of landscape architecture and urbanism in relation with topography, vegetation, and human activities. Special focus is set on understanding the environmental factors. 

  • Applies in this implementation:

    please have a look here: 

    https://mycourses.aalto.fi/course/view.php?id=29486#section-0


Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    The specific work methods and assessment criteria are given on the MyCourses portal.

  • Applies in this implementation:

    //// Studio Rules:

    • The studio deals  with a complex topic stretching form small to larges scale and we require that students work in groups of 4/5 students.
    • The participation in all sessions is mandatory for everyone.
    • Before the final critique, all students have to submit their final documents in order to receive their grade. The file format will be announced later.
    • Uncompleted or late presentations will not be acceptable and will not receive any final critique.
    • On the critique day, it is mandatory to be present during the whole session.
    • Please check the MYCOURSE page regularly for the latest information.

    //// Grading

    • Participation, active in discussions, 20% of grade;
    • Design development throughout the workshop, 20% of grade;
    • Integration and development of computational skills and theoretical skills, 30% of grade;
    • Final project (has to be handed in one time and presented on the final presentation), 30% of grade.
    • If you are unable to present at the final presentation due to sickness (medical certificate is required), you have the possibility to present on the 27.05.2021 OR 03.06.2021
    • If you are unable to present at the final presentation due to other reasons you have the possibility to present on the 27.05.2021 (grade will be lowered by -1) OR 03.06.2021 (grade will be lowered by -2)
    • Attendance Policy: Attendance to all elements of the workshop sessions are mandatory. Students are requested to contact one of the instructors if they will not be attending the session. 


Workload
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Tutored studies 70 hrs (lectures, group work, assignments, seminars, feedback reviews, workshops, excursions), independent study 200-330 hrs (design assignments), in total 270-400 hrs.

     

     

  • Applies in this implementation:

    Please note: the workshop will be held in the format of an intensive hands-on workshop. You should have not other teaching or working obligations during the workshop week.

    //// Workload: 

    12 ECTS: 324 working hours!

    • ca. 20% lectures & input & discussion
    • ca. 20% tutoring & hands-on
    • ca. 60% independent learning & reflection 


DETAILS

Study Material
Substitutes for Courses
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    MAR-E1026

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    •  Basic computational knowledge needs to be given. 
    • Before participating in studio courses student need to have finished their bachelor studies and applied for the bachelor's degree

Registration for Courses
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    WebOodi. For the registration period see WebOodi.

     

    The order of priority for admitting students to courses at Aalto ARTS 1.1.2018 onwards (approved by The Committee of Arts, Design and Architecture on 10.10.2017) The order of priority is as follows:

    1. students for whom the course is compulsory for their major/programme and who have scheduled it for the current academic year in their personal study plan (HOPS);
    2. exchange students for whom the course is a part of his/her officially approved learning agreement and scheduled to be taken during the current semester;
    3. students for whom the course is compulsory for their major/programme and who have not completed it yet;
    4. students, for whom the course is part of his/her major s or programme s alternative studies and has been scheduled in the student's PSP (HOPS) for the current academic year
    5. students, for whom the course is part of his/her major s or programme s alternative studies and who have not completed the requisite number of credits for alternative studies yet;
    6. students for whom the course is compulsory for their minor;
    7. students, for whom the course is part of his/her minor subject s alternative studies and who have not completed the requisite number of credits for alternative studies yet;
    8. students who have applied for the course through a student mobility scheme (internal mobility within Aalto University, flexible study right (JOO) studies etc.);
    9. other students.

    Courses that are intended to be multidisciplinary (e.g. UWAS courses) may apply an order of priority based on the learning outcomes of the course, while bearing in mind the university obligation of enabling students to complete their degrees within the normative duration of study set for the degree. The order of priority does not apply to courses organised by the Centre for General Studies or doctoral courses.

    This decision on the order of priority does not influence the right of the teacher to define prerequisites for the course.

  • Applies in this implementation:

    //// PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE CHALLENGES CAUSED BY THE CORONAVIRUS - THE ANNOUNCED DATE OF THE ON-SITE WORKSHOP WILL BE CONFIRMED MID MARCH  //// 

SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    6 Clean Water and Sanitation

    11 Sustainable Cities and Communities

    13 Climate Action

    15 Life on Land

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    The studio is geared towards Master students or postgraduate students of the field of Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Media, Film and Engineering, as well as USP students.

    Minimum amount of participants is 5 students.

  • Applies in this implementation:

    //// PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE CHALLENGES CAUSED BY THE CORONAVIRUS - THE ANNOUNCED DATE OF THE ON-SITE WORKSHOP WILL BE CONFIRMED MID MARCH  //// 

Details on the schedule