Architecture, Environment & Housing Digital Building Design
Programme Overview
Highlights
This course is suitable for designers in the fields of Architecture, Interior Design, and Product / Industrial Design.
The in-class course exercises will be conducted to ensure understanding and application of key knowledge.
Upon successful completion of the course, official Rhino Level 1 and Level 2 Certifications will be received from McNeel Asia, and HKU SPACE Certificate.
Programme Details
The programme teaches the foundation and intermediate techniques of using the 3D modeling software, Rhinoceros (Rhino) for designers. The course covers the practical aspects of utilizing the features of the Rhino user interface, the skills to customize the modeling environment, the commands used to create, render and annotate from basic to more complex graphic objects, the methods for creating 3D models with precision.
Aside from the skills gained from production of 3D model using the software, the programme also covers importing and exporting the models to and from different file formats, formatting for hardcopy output, and creating 3D models from 2D drawings and scanned images.
On completion of the programme, students should be able to:
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs) | Module 1 | Module 2 |
1. Use Rhinoceros to create and edit accurate free-form three-dimensional models for use in design related fields. | √ | √ |
2. Identify the practical features of the Rhinoceros modeling software and the commands for its extensive function. | √ | √ |
3. Display, analyse, render and annotate digital models | √ | √ |
4. Manipulate digital models to and from different formats, and use layouts to arrange views of model for print production. | √ | √ |
5. Define and explain NURBS topology and curve degree in Rhinoceros. | √ | |
6. Conduct analysis of compound surface continuity. Create and manipulate surface with complex geometry. | √ |
Module 1 - Authorized Training in Rhinoceros – Level 1 | Contact Hours | |
1 | Rhinoceros introduction - Interface, Menus, Tool Bars, Viewport Properties, Objects Control & Editing | 3 |
2 | Creating geometry; Drawing with precision with relative and absolute system; Constraints; Construction Planes; Analyse; and Shapes | 6 |
3 | Editing Geometry; Control Point Editing; Working with Solids; Sculpturing and editing solids | 6 |
4 | Surfacing and various methods for surface creation | 6 |
5 | Import and Export | 3 |
6 | Rendering; Application of lighting; Cameras and materials for rendering output | 3 |
7 | Annotation | 3 |
8 | Printing and customization | 3 |
9 | Modelling Practice | 18 |
Total | 51 |
Module 2 - Authorized Training in Rhinoceros – Level 2 | Contact Hours | |
1 | Introduction and customization of interface and macros | 3 |
2 | NURBS topology, curve and surface continuity | 6 |
3 | Working with History and CPlane tools. | 6 |
4 | Advanced surfacing techniques | 6 |
5 | Deformation methods | 3 |
6 | Mapping objects to surface. | 3 |
7 | Surface analysis, Scoop exercise and direct surface manipulation. | 3 |
8 | Blocks, troubleshooting and Meshing. | 3 |
9 | Modelling Practice | 18 |
Total | 51 |
Upon School’s approval, students exiting after satisfactory completion of Module 1 will be awarded the following:
- Foundation Certificate in Rhinoceros for Designers
- Official Level 1 Training Certificate from McNeel Asia.
No partial refund of course fee will be entertained.
Students with satisfactory completion of Module 1 AND Module 2 will be awarded the following:
- Certificate in Rhinoceros for Designers
- Official Level 1 Training Certificate from McNeel Asia
- Official Level 2 Training Certificate from McNeel Asia
Students should submit their application for Module 2 no later than TWO years from date of completion of Module 1 should they decide to take Module 2 for the Certificate in Rhinoceros for Designers award. (Level 2 Training)
Application Code | 2245-AS008A | Apply Online Now |
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Modules & Class Details
Class Details
Start Date
- 7 September 2024
Days / Time
- Saturday, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Duration
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Duration: 8 months
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Contact hours: 102 hours in total
Venue
Teachers
Teacher Information
Mr. Edmond WONG, BSc(Arch. Eng.)(Hons),PgDipArch University of Westminster, UK RIBA; Authorized Rhino 3D Trainer, McNeel Asia
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
HK$150
Course Fee- HK$12,750 per programme (paid in 2 instalments) / $6,375 (Certificate with Module 1 exemption)
Entry Requirements
Applicants shall be design professional or student with experience in Window based operators and software. Previous drafting or computer aided design experience is helpful but not necessary.
CEF
- The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
CEF Courses | ||
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Authorized Training in Rhinoceros - Level 1 (Module from Certificate in Rhinoceros for Designers) | ||
COURSE CODE 31Z124120 | FEES $6,375 | ENQUIRY 3762-0071 |
Authorized Training in Rhinoceros – Level 2 (Module from Certificate in Rhinoceros for Designers) | ||
COURSE CODE 31Z124139 | FEES $6,375 | ENQUIRY 3762-0071 |
Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course (selected modules only) Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. |
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Certificate in Rhinoceros for Designers
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HKU SPACE provides 24-hour online application and payment service for students to apply to selected award-bearing programmes and to enrol in most open admission courses (courses enrolled on a first come, first served basis) via the Internet. Applicants may settle the payment by using either "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard online. Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS) are also available for continuing enrolment in the same programme, if online service is offered.
For first time enrolment
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*Credit Card Online Payment - Course fees can be paid by VISA or Mastercard including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”.
* HKU SPACE Mastercard cardholders who wish to enjoy 10-month interest free instalment scheme must pay their tuition fees in person at any of our HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
To know more about first-time online application/enrolment and payment, please refer to the user guide of Online Application / Enrolment and Payment:
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
Selected programmes offer online continuing enrolment service. Programme staff will inform students if they offer this service and offer further enrolment details.
Online Payment can be made via "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard, Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS)
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For first time enrolment
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For first come, first served short courses, complete the Application for Enrolment Form SF26 and bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
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For continuing enrolment in the same programme
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The standard ‘Enrolment/Payment Slip’ is designed for students of award-bearing programmes or remaining programmes in a suite of programmes requiring continuing enrolment and it applies to most programmes.
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Students should complete the “Enrolment/Payment Slip” which will be made available by relevant programme staff and return the slip to any HKU SPACE enrolment centre or post it to the relevant programme staff with appropriate fee payment.
Please refer to available Payment Methods for fee payment information. If you are in doubt about the procedures, please check the individual course details, or contact our programme staff or enrolment centres.
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- To make an application online, you will need a computer with connection to the Internet and a web browser with JavaScript enabled. Google Chrome is recommended.
- Applicants should not leave the online application idle for more than 10 minutes. Otherwise, applicants must restart the application process.
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- During the online application process, asynchronous application and payment submission may occur. Successful payment may not guarantee successful application. In case of unsuccessful submission, our programme staff will contact you shortly.
- Applicants are reminded that they should only apply for the same programme/course once through counter or online application.
- For online enrolment, a payment confirmation page would be displayed after payment has been made successfully. In addition, a confirmation email would also be sent to your email account. You are advised to keep your payment confirmation for future enquiries.
- Fees paid are not refundable except as statutorily provided or under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment).
- If admission is by selection, the official receipt is not a guarantee that your application has been accepted. We will inform you of the result as soon as possible after the closing date for application. Unsuccessful applicants will be given a refund of programme/course fee if already paid.
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1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay
Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
2. Cheque Or Bank draft
Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:
- bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
- or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard
Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
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Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment for details.
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If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
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- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
- HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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