Foundations of Glass: Essential Knowledge for Design and Construct
On-demand CPD session - 1 Formal CPD
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this presentation you should be able to:
- Identify and describe different glass types, their properties, and terminology
- Explain glass processes and their impact on building design and application suitability
- Recognize how glass selection affects functionality and aesthetics in design
- Explore creative uses of glass to enhance aesthetics and meet functional needs
- Integrate glass choices into design concepts with a balance of form and function
This presentation will deliver outcomes related to the following Competency/s from the National Standard of Competency for Architects:
PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN:
PC28 Be able to draw on knowledge from building sciences and technology, environmental sciences and behavioural and social sciences as part of preliminary design research and when developing the conceptual design to optimise the performance of the project.
DETAILED DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION:
PC39 Be able to integrate the material selection, structural and construction systems established in the conceptual design into the detailed design and documentation.
PC47 Be able to complete and communicate on-time, accurate documents for relevant stakeholders, including drawings, models, specifications, schedules and construction documentation.