ARCH360 Digital Architecture and Fabrication
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Adnan Zoranić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
Students will be instructed in the principles of 3-D modeling using Rhinoceros NURBS modeling software. In a laboratory setting, students will have an opportunity to practice the strategies and methods commonly used in creating and solving 2-D and 3-D geometric problems. Information given in lectures and demonstrations will address aspects of modeling free-form curves, surfaces, and solids. Students will be introduced to a variety of 3-D model applications as they are used in illustration, engineering, design, documentation drawing, entertainment, and animation.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Rhinoceros Level 1 and 2 Training Manual.
Additional Literature
Schodek, D., Bechthold, M., Griggs, K., Kao, K.M., and Steinberg, M., Digital Design and Manufacturing, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. New Jersey, 2005. Bertol, D., Designing Digital Space, An Architects Guide to Virtual Reality, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. New Jersey, 1997.Teaching Methods
Weekly studio-based lectures (3 hours per week)
The students will work with the teacher on the assigned design task
The teacher will take a part as a project manager, learner-centred and interactive/participative methods will be emphasized throughout the studio
An incomplete project will not be considered for the final presentation
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overview of the course content. Rhino interface. Modeling environment. | Level 1; Chapter 2-3 |
| 2 | Lecture: Vision and History. Introduction of Design Tasks 01: Folding | Level 1; Chapter 4-5 |
| 3 | Tutorial 01 From Physical to Digital. | Level 1; Chapter 6 |
| 4 | Lecture: Digital Fabrication. Tutorial 02 Form Finding and Assigning Function to Form. | Level 1; Chapter 7 |
| 5 | Lecture: Preparation of the files. Tutorial 03_Folding From Digital to Physical. | Level 1; Chapter 8-9 |
| 6 | Lecture: Materials/Modeling. Tutorial 04 Preparation of the files, cutting, and preparation for presentation. | Level 1; Chapter 10-12 |
| 7 | Preparation for submission. | Level 1; Chapter 13-14 |
| 8 | MIDTERM PRESENTATION | |
| 9 | Introduction of Design Task 02: Sectioning/Contouring. Tutorial 05: Sectioning/Contouring. | Level 2; Chapter 3-4 |
| 10 | Tutorial 06: Form Finding and Assigning Function to Form. Cutting and preparation for presentation. | Level 2; Chapter 5 |
| 11 | Interm PRESENTATION Sectioning/Contouring Techniques | Level 2; Chapter 7-8 |
| 12 | Non-working day | |
| 13 | Lecture: About the Process. Introduction of Design Task 03: Panneling Tool. Tutorial 07: Paneling Tool | Level 2; Chapter 9 |
| 14 | Tutorial 08: Form Finding and Assigning Function to Form. | Level 2; Chapter 14-15 |
| 15 | Preliminary model and material presentation. Improvement of the models. Cutting and preparation for presentation. |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH360.1 | Course | Friday 14:00 - 15:50 | A F1.3 - Computer Lab | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5 6
Midterm Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 5 6
Term Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 5 6
In-Class Activity
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
8 hours ⏳ (4 week × 2 h)
Assignments
8 hours ⏳ (8 week × 1 h)
Home Study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Active Tutorials
6 hours ⏳ (6 week × 1 h)
In-term Exam Study
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Final Exam Study
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Term Project/Presentation
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
100 Total Workload Hours
4 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ARCH360] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ARCH360 | Digital Architecture and Fabrication | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Adnan Zoranić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | ||||||||
| azoranic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | - | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | Students will be instructed in the principles of 3-D modeling using Rhinoceros NURBS modeling software. In a laboratory setting, students will have an opportunity to practice the strategies and methods commonly used in creating and solving 2-D and 3-D geometric problems. Information given in lectures and demonstrations will address aspects of modeling free-form curves, surfaces, and solids. Students will be introduced to a variety of 3-D model applications as they are used in illustration, engineering, design, documentation drawing, entertainment, and animation. |
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| Textbook | Rhinoceros Level 1 and 2 Training Manual. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Weekly studio-based lectures (3 hours per week). The students will work with the teacher on the assigned design task. The teacher will take a part as a project manager, learner-centred and interactive/participative methods will be emphasized throughout the studio. An incomplete project will not be considered for the final presentation. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Overview of the course content. Rhino interface. Modeling environment. | Level 1; Chapter 2-3 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Lecture: Vision and History. Introduction of Design Tasks 01: Folding | Level 1; Chapter 4-5 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Tutorial 01 From Physical to Digital. | Level 1; Chapter 6 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Lecture: Digital Fabrication. Tutorial 02 Form Finding and Assigning Function to Form. | Level 1; Chapter 7 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Lecture: Preparation of the files. Tutorial 03_Folding From Digital to Physical. | Level 1; Chapter 8-9 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Lecture: Materials/Modeling. Tutorial 04 Preparation of the files, cutting, and preparation for presentation. | Level 1; Chapter 10-12 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Preparation for submission. | Level 1; Chapter 13-14 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM PRESENTATION | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Introduction of Design Task 02: Sectioning/Contouring. Tutorial 05: Sectioning/Contouring. | Level 2; Chapter 3-4 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Tutorial 06: Form Finding and Assigning Function to Form. Cutting and preparation for presentation. | Level 2; Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Interm PRESENTATION Sectioning/Contouring Techniques | Level 2; Chapter 7-8 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Non-working day | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Lecture: About the Process. Introduction of Design Task 03: Panneling Tool. Tutorial 07: Paneling Tool | Level 2; Chapter 9 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Tutorial 08: Form Finding and Assigning Function to Form. | Level 2; Chapter 14-15 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Preliminary model and material presentation. Improvement of the models. Cutting and preparation for presentation. | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Presentation | 1 | 30 | 3,4,5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Term Presentation | 1 | 30 | 3,4,5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| In-Class Activity | 1 | 10 | 3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 2 | 4 | 8 | Assignments | 1 | 8 | 8 | |||
| Home Study | 3 | 14 | 42 | Active Tutorials | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 6 | 2 | 12 | Final Exam Study | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Term Project/Presentation | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/10/2025 | |||||||||