TPDR23 - Parametric Design

Course Code:	TPDR23
Confirmed:	Nov 07, 2024
Valid From:	Jan 18, 2027

Education Cycle:	Second-cycle level
Disciplinary domain:	Technology
Subject group:	Building Technology
Specialised in:	A1N Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Main field of study:	Built Environment, Civil Engineering

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)

Knowledge and understanding

display knowledge of concepts and methods used when automatizing engineering design
display knowledge of product development methods and computer-based tools for product modelling and integration of product related information
display knowledge of product evaluation and testing.

Skills and abilities

demonstrate the ability to manipulate parameters and rules
demonstrate the ability to structure design tasks and design knowledge
demonstrate the ability to recognize and manipulate parameters that influence the design process and results.

Judgement and approach

demonstrate the ability to analyze a real design process to plan computer support and automation
demonstrate the ability to describe the various factors that affect the interaction between product development and production.

Content

The course will give knowledge of Parametric Design for automatized engineering and design tasks and comprehension of digital tools, and the digital information managed along the process. The aim is to enhances a more efficient and productive process in terms of time and quality.

The course includes the following elements:

Representation of knowledge and reasoning (Configuration, Parametric design, Generative systems)
Basic programming commands
Functions
Object oriented programming
Design process
Computer and visual programming

Type of instruction

Entry requirements

Passed courses at least 90 credits within the programme Master of Science in Engineering, Construction Engineering, including taken courses Calculus and Linear Algebra, 15 credits, Mathematical Statistics, 7,5 credits and Digital Engineering Methodology 2 - Building Technologies, 7,5 credits or Digital Engineering Methodology 2 - Design, 7,5 credits, or the equivalent, alternatively the minimum of a bachelor’s degree (i.e., the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) with at least 90 credits in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Built Environment, Architecture Engineering, Product Development (with relevant courses in lighting design) or equivalent. The bachelor’s degree should comprise a minimum of 15 credits in Mathematics and 7,5 credits in BIM or CAD 3D, or equivalent. Proof of English proficiency is required.

Examination and grades

The course is graded 5, 4, 3 or U.

Some course components, such as lectures, labs, or seminars, may be mandatory due to their unique and non-repeatable nature.

Registration of examination:

Name of the Test	Value	Grading
Assignments/Project work	7.5 credits	5/4/3/U

COURSE SYLLABUS