Advanced Diploma in Digital Fabrication for Architectural Design Universidad CEU San Pablo INDEX. 1. PROGRAM IDENTITY 2. INTRODUCTION 3. GOALS 4. PROGRAM 5. FACILITIES 1/9
1.- PROGRAM IDENTITY Name: Digital Fabrication for Architectural Design Cycle 1 : Advanced Diploma (Diploma de Extensión Universitaria) Center: Escuela Politécnica Superior Type 2 : Presential Area 3 : Engineering and Architecture Number of students: 15 Number of ECTS credits: 60 ECTS credits = 30 TUNGHAI credits Orientation 4 : Academic Language: English Duration of Study: One academic year (1 st semester: Sept/Dec. 2 nd semester: Febr/June) Professors: Faculty members and Visiting Scholars. 2.- INTRODUCTION The Advanced Diploma in Digital Fabrication for Architectural Design of CEU San Pablo University was created to take advantage of the high creative potential associated with the combination of the virtual computer aided design with the digital fabrication tools, as milling machines, laser cutter & vinyl cutter machines and 3D printers, which are considered the fourth generation of the application of digital technologies to the field of Architecture. This includes the material manufacture of forms designed digitally, using 3D scanning technologies, 2D and 3D computer aided design tools and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology.. The program is held in the Laboratory of Digital Fabrication (a Madrid CEU) that focuses on manufacturing processes in Architecture and other disciplines, through the use of digital technologies. Nowadays, the Fab Lab belongs to MIT Fab Lab Network and it is qualified to teach Fab Academy Program in collaboration with the Center for Bits and Atoms of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 1 Máster o Doctorado 2 Presencial, semipresencial, a distancia 3 Artes y Humanidades, Ciencias, Ciencias de la Salud, Ciencias Sociales y Jurídicas, Ingeniería y Arquitectura 4 Académica, Profesional, Investigadora. Sólo en el caso de tratarse de un título de Máster. 2/9
3.- GOALS SEMESTER MODULES FREEFORM MODELING M1 ADVANCED GEOMETRY Course goals: drawing complex geometries, advanced modeling techniques, surface analysis, export and import models to and from different file formats. Orthogonal and oblique axonometric views of the model. Perspective viewpoint. Geometric restitution of perspective. Photogrammetry: applications. Practical exercises related to architectural design DIGITAL TOOLS 1: 3D PRINTER Course goals: produce final architectural models, print prototypes that are used, later on, for replication via molding and casting, analyze structures in architectural designs by printing different iterations of node points -complex joints between columns- to analyze the assembly of geometries. COMPUTER CONTROLLED CUTTING M2 ADVANCED CAD Course goals: acquire understanding, analysis and description of Architecture using graphic strategies that allows its own proposition and intentional communication; acquire knowledge of analysis and synthesis of general organizational systems of architecture and the environment. DIGITAL TOOLS 2: LASER CUTTER Course goals: construction of a press-fit model, starting from the use of 2D modeling software, that allows designing the structure before cutting the parts using a laser cutter to finally manufacture and assemble an expandable model with compatible and interchangeable joints that allowed different configurations. DESIGN & MAKE M3 PARAMETRIC DESIGN Course goals: being Maths the base of the parametric world, the course focuses on design with equations, mathematical games (game of live), tessellations, genetic algorithms, animations, loops and fractals using Rhinoceros 3D (modeling; software), Grasshopper (parametric design software) and Hoopsnake (Grasshopper Plugin). 3/9
DIGITAL TOOLS 3: CNC MACHINE Course goals: design and build a temporary wooden pavilion, to optimize design and manufacturing through the application of parametric design techniques and cutting CNC (Computer Numerical Control). Using wood as a construction element and structural, explore the creation of experimental architectural spaces, test complex geometries and pursue creative solutions within the framework of innovation. BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING M4 BIM Course goals: Based on the constructive character of BIM (Buildning Information Modeling) programs, the aim is to develope an architectural design, starting by importing an Autocad document, using all necessary tools: preparing levels and grids, creating and manipulating walls, doors, ceilings, stairs, roofs and other components needed in the model. Besides, introduce dimensions and label plans and create schedules, room schedules and legends. Finally, generate the final sheets with 3D images, controlling the camera and rendering the design. GRAPHICS & DESIGN M5 GRAPHICS Course goals: The course is focused in developing 3D architectural perspectives in Photoshop, based on images of design models made by students, creating photomontages and learning new techniques and styles. Besides, a final presentation of the design using Illustrator will be created and new ways of using Illustrator as a design tool will be explored. DIGITAL TOOLS 4: VINYL CUTTER Course goals: Vinyl cutter will be used for making paper folding models starting from a design created in Illustrator as well as a tool for analyzing complex geometries. Also, some techniques for graphic design will be taught in order to produce graphics for the exhibition of the work developed during the first semester. DIGITAL ARTS & CRAFTS M6 ARTS & CRAFTS Course goals: explore the connections between technology and artisanal handicraft to apply to interior design and architecture. To design and fabricate furniture with plywood analyzing com- 4/9
plex frame joints; after designing though parametrical software, all the parts will be cut using the CNC milling machine. Explore ceramic bricks made with a 3D printer machine. DIGITAL TOOLS 5: MOLDING AND CASTING Course goals: to design a 3D mold, machine it and cast parts from it. Apply molding and casting techniques to architectural models and scale 1 to 1 prototypes. Explore new construction materials analyzing their behavior in different conditions. INTERACTION DESIGN M7 ELECTRONICS Course goals: To design interactive architectural prototypes that could react to environmental changes; develop prototypes as, for example, reactive roofs or light responsive facades to learn how to work with electronics (sensors, servos, leds and so on) STRUCTURE & DESIGN M8 STRUCTURAL DIMENSIONING Course goals: To carry out the analysis and design of reinforced concrete and steel structures, subject to horizontal and vertical forces for a civil work projects through a software that allows maximum analysis reliability and the best drawing design. STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS Course goals: Explore through architectural models different structural typologies analyzing their responses to dynamic actions; to focus on the practical implementation and determination of highest standards of efficiency of seismic advanced control devices (base isolation, tuned mass dampers, friction pendulum bearing, simple roller bearing or fluid, metallic or viscoelastic dampers, among others). SCANNING ARCHITECTURE M9 DIGITAL RESTORATION Course goals: To use photogrammetry, terrestrial laser scanning, georadar and thermography for archaeology and architectural restoration. Students will work with archeologist and architects to apply new technologies in the field of architectural heritage. DIGITAL TOOLS 6: 3D SCANNING Course goals: To explore the application of this technology in design processes and graphical representation. After the construction of free-form physical models using crafting materials different techniques of 3D scanning are used to go from the physical 5/9
model to a virtual model that could be edited in computer aided design software allowing to represent space through formal manipulation in a creative, flexible and spontaneous but at the same time controlled and rigorous way. ARCHITECTURAL LAYOUT M10 ANIMATION Course goals: To provide graphic level and visual impact to the work developed by students during the academic year to explain them in a illustrative, efficient, easy and attractive manner, taking advantage of the graphic techniques provided by architectural software. VISUAL MEDIA IDENTITY Course goals: To explore the design principles of contemporary media while learning valuable traditional skills and gain a broad and distinctive range of visual languages working with animation, computing, photography and printmaking to create a porfolio including all the works developed during the year. 6/9
4.- PROGRAM. 1st SEMESTER SEMESTER MODULES CREDITS CODE FREEFORM MODELING M1 6 ECTS ADVANCED GEOMETRY 3 ECTS ARH DIGITAL TOOLS 1: 3D PRINTER 3 ECTS DT1 COMPUTER CONTROLLED CUTTING M2 ADVANCED CAD 3 ECTS ACAD DIGITAL TOOLS 2: LASER CUTTER 3 ECTS DT2 DESIGN & MAKE M3 PARAMETRIC DESIGN (GRASSHOPPER) 3 ECTS AGRAS DIGITAL TOOLS 3: CNC MACHINE 3 ECTS DT3 BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING M4 BIM 6 ECTS AREV GRAPHICS & DESIGN M5 GRAPHICS 3 ECTS APHI DIGITAL TOOLS 4: VINYL CUTTER 3 ECTS DT4 7/9
2nd SEMESTER DIGITAL ARTS & CRAFTS M6 ARTS & CRAFTS 3 ECTS CCE DIGITAL TOOLS 5: MOLDING AND CASTING 3 ECTS DT5 INTERACTION DESIGN M7 ELECTRONICS 6 ECTS ARD STRUCTURE & DESIGN M8 STRUCTURAL DIMENSIONING 3 ECTS ACY STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS 3 ECTS SAN DIGITAL RESTORATION M9 DIGITAL ARCHAEOLOGY 3 ECTS DAR DIGITAL TOOLS 6: 3D SCANNING 3 ECTS DT6 ARCHITECTURAL LAYOUT M10 ANIMATION 3 ECTS ASK VISUAL MEDIA IDENTITY 3 ECTS AIN 8/9
6.- FACILITIES. Students will have access to: -Computer-aided design labs for CAD, GIS and digital image processing -Large workshop for architectural design, with adjacent work storage and review rooms. -2 Laboratories for researching and teaching building materials and construction procedures, equipped with machinery for material testing (computer controlled tension and compression machines, 1t to200t, and bending, 1t to 5t; machinery for rheological analysis of ceramic and stone materials; mortar mixers; ovens; muffle furnaces; autoclaves; a curing chamber; dryers; kettles; comparators, etc.) -Laboratory for researching and teaching building structures, machinery testing (60t tension compression machine, 50t gantry testing); models for teaching civil engineering and construction -Model workshop with dedicated equipment, CNC machinery and laser cutters, equipped to facilitate the work of students in design, planning and construction. -Free-access computer room for easy printing and plotting work; plotters and printers equipped with color and B/W cameras and scanners, software licenses for calculation, drawing and image manipulation, database, high-capacity data packages, etc. -Digital Fabrication laboratory (Fab Lab Madrid CEU) with dedicated equipment, a Makerbot Cup Cake, a Replicator 2, a Roland Modela MDX20, a Roland GX 24, an i Modela, a Tec Cam 1100, a Laser Cut 9268 and a Laser Cut 9540. -Open Wi-Fi, to provide network access to laptops and mobile devices from anywhere in the building -Architecture library, with video and newspaper library, group study rooms and reading areas -Students also have access to the supplies shop, photocopying services, cafeteria and dining services. 9/9