Module Synopsis:
The subject aims to develop an understanding of the principles of building preservation and the method of recording it in three documentation methods; measured drawings, written documentation and photographic documentation. The ideas of application and management of architectural historic documentation will be presented as part of the overall knowledge of building preservation. For measured drawings, students are to document historically and architecturally significant buildings in the form of as-built drawings. The task requires 10 to 20 students per group that involve field works consisting measuring technique such as photographing, 20 sketches, use of theodolite and measuring tape. The outcomes of the subject are collections of plans, sections, elevations, details and axonometric views / models; complemented with a report that explains about the background, history, concept, style, construction and ornamentation of buildings.
Teaching Objectives:
1. To introduce several methods of documenting historic structures to preserve an accurate record of historic properties that can be used in research and other preservation activities
2. To introduce basic preparation of measured drawings of an approved building or structure to prescribed standard
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1. Identify and classify architectural historic structure
2. Recognize and recall architectural historic structure documentation method
3. Recommend the appropriate method of architectural historic documentation
4. Explain the application of architectural historic documentation
5. Recognize and recall techniques of measured drawing and documentation
6. Explain the as-built building constructions, architectural details and elements
7. Describe architectural cultural heritage
8. Execute fieldwork and hands-on measurements
9. Translate measured data into scale drawings
On site measurement and documentation of members.
