Outline

Overview

This unit of study will focus on Indoor Environmental Quality and how it may affect people's experience and perception of their surrounding built environment. Students will be exposed to key IEQ dimensions, including thermal, visual and acoustic comfort and indoor air quality. Particular emphasis will be given on Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) methods, studies and research findings. The evolution of contemporary workspace design and its impact on building occupants' satisfaction, productivity and health will also be explored. Students will also learn how IEQ has been incorporated by certification and rating schemes. Upon completion of this unit, students will have the ability to critically and synthetically analyse IEQ-related issues, and how to efficaciously implement and communicate the technical information during the design process and/or performance assessments.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	BADP3001
Academic unit	Architectural and Design Science
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	BAEN3001
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Ozgur Gocer, ozgur.gocer@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Iona Williams, iona.williams@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Muhammed Yildirim, muhammed.yildirim@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Contemporary workspace design - Take 2 – retrofitting Wilkinson Bd Assignment	50%	Formal exam period Due date: 03 Jun 2024 at 23:59	4 pages long (A2 size)
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	company & user profile– building assessment Assignment	25%	Week 04 Due date: 14 Mar 2024 at 23:59	4 pages long (A2 size)
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Contemporary workspace design - Take 1 – First ideas for retrofitting the existing space Assignment	25%	Week 08 Due date: 18 Apr 2024 at 23:59	4 pages long (A2 size)
Outcomes assessed:
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Assessment summary

Assessment-1

Students will work in Groups of 3, and produce an IEQ assessment of two floors of an existing building. This assessment will include:

i. Business/User profile

ii. Analysis of physical measurements of key IEQ parameters, including air temperature, acoustics, lighting and air quality

iii. Building envelope analysis, focusing on IEQ conditions observed on perimeter zones

iv. Key personal control issues, related to existing systems and services

v. Annotated floorplans and sections

vi. Presentation and participation in lectures & tutorials

Assessment-2

Students will work in Groups of 3, and propose a new fit-out for two floors of an existing building. Students will be asked to propose a contemporary open-plan office and focus on:

i. Proposing retrofit strategies for the existing building envelope

ii. Designing a new workspace layout configuration addressing key IEQ-related issues identified in Task-1

iii. Proposing personal control strategies (For Lighting and Ventilation)

iv. Annotated floor plans, 2 x sections

v. Presentation and participation in lectures & tutorials

Assessment-3

Students will work individually and propose integrating 2 floors. The design should focus on:

i.Workspace layout configuration to allow for Activity-Based Working

ii.Supporting facilities, including, but not limited to, a variety of collaborative spaces, concentration rooms and break-outs areas (indoor and/or outdoors)

iii.Proposing strategies to increase workers’ physical activity

iv.Proposing strategies to increase personal control availability

v.Compliance with 3 selected IEQ requirements from a certification scheme of choice (Green Star or WELL)

vi.Compliance with 3 selected features from active design tool of choice (WELL, Green Star or FitWELL)

vii.Annotated floor plans, 2 x sections and exploded axonometric

viii. Presentation and participation in lectures & tutorials

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Work of outstanding quality, demonstrating mastery of the learning outcomes assessed. The work shows significant innovation, experimentation, critical analysis, synthesis, insight, creativity, and/or exceptional skill.
Distinction	75 - 84	Work of excellent quality, demonstrating a sound grasp of the learning outcomes assessed. The work shows innovation, experimentation, critical analysis, synthesis, insight, creativity, and/or superior skill.
Credit	65 - 74	Work of good quality, demonstrating more than satisfactory achievement of the learning outcomes assessed, or work of excellent quality for a majority of the learning outcomes assessed.
Pass	50 - 64	Work demonstrating satisfactory achievement of the learning outcomes assessed.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Penalties for late submission of work and related policies are included in the Resolutions of the University of Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning, which are available at http://sydney.edu.au/handbooks/architecture/rules/faculty_resolutions.shtml. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with these policies. Applications for special consideration must be lodged online at http://sydney.edu.au/current_students/special_consideration/apply.shtml.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

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Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
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Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction to unit and Indoor Environmental Quality	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 01	Assignment discussion. Group & individual work discussion. Definition of groups.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Workspace design and POE	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 02	Development/supervision Assignment Task-1	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 03	Healthy Design & Well Certificate	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 03	Development/Supervision Assignment Task-1	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	Presentations – Assignment 1	Presentation (3 hr)
Week 05	Building envelope design & Thermal comfort & personal control in air-conditioned buildings	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 05	Development/Supervision Assignment Task-2	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Daylight & Visual Comfort in workplaces	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 06	Development/supervision Assignment task 2	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 07	Acoustics in workplaces	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 07	Development/supervision Assignment Task-2	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	Presentations-Assignment 2	Presentation (3 hr)
Week 09	Connection to outdoors-bringing nature: case studies	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Development/supervision Assignment Task-3	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 10	Artificial lighting systems in workplaces	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 10	Development/supervision Assignment Task-3	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 11	Zoning & controlling systems: HVAC systems	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 11	Development/supervision Assignment Task-3	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 12	Development/supervision Assignment Task-3	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 12	Q&A session for Assignment 3 Closure of the unit	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 13	Presentations of Assignment 3	Presentation (3 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Please refer to the Resolutions of the University School: University of Sydney School of Architecture Design and Planning Faculty Resolutions 2022

Clause 8 (3) (a). Students are expected to attend a minimum of 90% of timetabled activities for each unit of study unless granted exemption.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. understand the fundamental principles of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)
LO2. integrate the knowledge of key IEQ dimensions and apply it during the design process
LO3. understand different typologies of workspace design, with emphasis on contemporary open-plan offices
LO4. understand results from Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) surveys and specifications from rating schemes
LO5. demonstrate improved critical thinking and critical analysis of evidence
LO6. critically and synthetically analyse issues, and effectively communicate technical information.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

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Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

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Teaching staff

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Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

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BADP3001: Designing for Environmental Quality

Semester 1, 2024 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect