16104 Preparatory Studies
6cpUndergraduate
This is a University/faculty orientation and overview of course requirements. It looks at assignment preparation and study methods; industry orientation and understanding of industry documentation; the development of professional communication skills; basic research methodologies, including library and study skills, information gathering, dissemination and analysis; basic computing skills; written communication skills incorporating technical and academic writing, formal correspondence, essay and report writing and English expression; verbal communication and client presentation skills; drafting and graphic skills, including lettering, plane and solid geometry and projections; use of drawing to solve detailing problems; selection of scales and mode of presentation to communicate; and use of drawings in the building process.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $926.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,500.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.125Access conditions
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