Urban Design Representation 2016-2017 CPD

Urban Design REPRESENTATION Continuing Professional Development

What is Urban Design Representation?

Class Format

The CPD in Urban Design Representation is an intensive learning experience offered by the Department of Architecture at the University of Strathclyde and tailored for planning and design professionals with little or no experience with graphics and representation software.

The Urban Design Representation Course is a 5-module course aimed at teaching the basics of five softwares:

With us you will learn to visualise ideas and proposals: from image editing, to diagrams, to concept sketches and 3D modelling. You will have a dedicated account with access to software and handouts, with tutors guiding you every step of the way.

Each module will focus on the application of one software, in Urban Design, with examples, guidance on interface and commands, case studies.

AutoCAD

Monday 03 October 2016 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

AutoCAD is possibly the most widely used 2D drafting and 3D modelling programme in architecture, planning and urban design. For its precision and accuracy, it is particularly appropriate for drawing plans.

This module you focus on 2D draftin and the basics of a good file management practice.

SketchUp

Tuesday 04 October 2016 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

SketchUp is the most user-friendly 3D modelling software available. It is simple yet effective, and it will help you create sketchy or photorealistic representations of buildings, public spaces or urban areas.

With simple 3D modelling operations, you will be able to create sketchy drawings, and photorealistic models.

AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

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Photoshop Adobe Photoshop is today widely recognized among design professionals as the leading image and photo editing software.

Monday 10 October 2016 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

This course will teach you the basic tools needed to masterfully edit, manage, transform and export your artwork.

Illustrator Adobe Illustrator is a vector-based programme extremely valuable for tasks such as design, concept and mapping.

Monday 07 November 2016 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

This session will teach you how to manage some of the useful tools of vector graphics for planning and concept visualisation.

InDesign Adobe InDesign is used to create, documents, reports and posters, and to export them into several formats, including PDFs. Tuesday 08 November 2016 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

In this module you will create effective layouts for your publications, posters and reports and learn useful tips on how to prepare and manage your documents for sharing and printing.

Timetable

Prices and Special Deals

The course runs between September and November 2016 as 5 three-hour modules. Each module can be taken separately or in combination with others. In addition to classes, tutors will be available via email for further assistance.

The cost of each session is £100, but if you wish to purchase all 5 sessions in once, a discount rate of £450 will be applied.

Module 1: AutoCAD Module 2: SkechUp Module 3: Adobe Photoshop Module 4: Adobe Illustrator Module 5: Adobe InDesign

Monday Tuesday Monday Monday Tuesday

03/10/2016 04/10/2016 10/10/2016 07/11/2016 08/11/2016

For any enquiry contact: Alessandra, PhD Student a.feliciotti@strath.ac.uk

Where to find us?

Classes are held in the John Anderson Campus. You can find us at: Computer Lab, Architecture Building 131 Rottenrow Glasgow G4 0NG

If you have any special accessibility or other requirement contact: Telephone: 0141 548 3402 Email: disabilityservice@strath.ac.uk.

Why should you choose us?

“The Course was well structured and met all my needs.”

The Urban Design Studies Unit is an internationally recognised teaching and research unit in the areas of urban design and sustainable development.

Over the years we have helped many students and professionals with little or no design background to build and improve their visual representation techniques... and we are confident you will benefit immensely from it too!

By attending our course, you will learn basics of graphic composition; use and combine programmes and representation techniques; increase your software portfolio and visual communication skills; gain confidence in urban design and architectural representation.

This is not like any course: by attending our CPD your progress will be acknowledged through the release of an official certificate by the University of Strathclyde.

A real CV booster!

Walter Fieuw, University of Glasgow UDR Student in 2015

“The course has given me a sense of confidence and motivation in my career. ”

Osman Osman, University of Strathclyde UDR student in 2014

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