SDN2001 Spatial design studio 3
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
SDN2001 Spatial design studio 3 is a level 2, 12-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2025 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It needs (DGN1000 or COL1001) and (COL1002, CDS1002, IDN1002 or SDN1002) and unlocks 9 units, leading on to 10 units in all.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2025
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- No exam
- 1 task
This is the 2025 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before SDN2001
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After SDN2001
9 units list SDN2001 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
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- COL3001Collaborative design studio 4No reviews yet
- IDN3001Industrial design studio 4No reviews yet
- IDN3002Industrial design studio 5No reviews yet
- SDN3001Spatial design studio 4No reviews yet
- SDN3002Spatial design studio 5No reviews yet
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Enrolment rules
You must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Design (F2010) or a Design double degree.
Prohibition: IAR2113, IAR2103, IAR2115, IAR1602
Overview
In this unit you will engage with notions of change as a key consideration for spatial practice. Two fundamental modules will be explored: the development of design as a process of discovery, connecting introductory research concepts; and the assembly of materials in spatial practice.
In the first module you will focus on the temporal aspects of space, and the connection of design ideas, materials, and experiences to change and transformation. In the second module services within inhabited environments will be introduced, and explored by you through focused observation and project work.
Offerings in 2025
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
Assessment
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Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explain key temporal concepts and their relevance to spatial design, and identify appropriate materials and their structural qualities to support design intentions;
- 2
Apply exploratory strategies within an iterative design process, using time-based representation techniques to develop and communicate design schemes;
- 3
Integrate temporal elements, material qualities, and user experience through iterative experimentation, acting on feedback to develop cohesive and context-sensitive design outcomes;
- 4
Collaborate in diverse teams by exchanging ideas and feedback with peers and considering stakeholder perspectives, while effectively presenting outcomes in a clear and engaging manner;
- 5
Examine, reflect and respond to aesthetic, functional, sustainable, and programmatic aspects in the development of a design proposal;
- 6
Document and reflect on each stage of the design proposal process, incorporating diverse media and iterative practices to enhance design development and engage in self-reflection to deepen your understanding of your design practice.
Workload and teaching
- Studio activities72 hours
24 hours per week including 6 contact hours plus 18 hours of independent study.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Gyungju Chyon
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Gyungju Chyon
- Danica Karaicic
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for SDN2001?
You need (DGN1000 or COL1001) and (COL1002, CDS1002, IDN1002 or SDN1002) before you enrol; and OHS1000 before or alongside it. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after SDN2001?
SDN2001 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 9 units, including CDS3001, CDS3002, COL3001, IDN3001, IDN3002 and SDN3001. Those lead on to 10 units in all.
When is SDN2001 offered?
In 2025, SDN2001 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.
Does SDN2001 have an exam?
No. SDN2001 has 1 assessment task and no exam.