Abstract
CA(A)D systems are nowadays a part of everyday architectural practice and have completely replaced drawing with pen and T-square. The standard functions of such systems are (usually) sufficient for the everyday needs of practical work. The question is: can CA(A)D systems be adapted to improve work efficiency for specific users or applications such as those of the architect? Most current CA(A)D systems already provide some level of support for individual adaptation however these are rarely exploited by the end users. This paper discusses the teaching of skills for adapting and extending existing CA(A)D systems in current architectural education. In addition to the teaching of programming and operational skills, the course also examines the critical examination of CA(A)D systems and the formulation of user requirements (analysis), the search for existing solutions, functions or extensions (research) and the technical adaptation or extension of the system (software de-velopment). Using examples from current coursework, the paper illustrates both process and results of teaching practice.
| Originalsprache | Englisch |
|---|---|
| Seiten (von - bis) | 797-803 |
| Seitenumfang | 7 |
| Fachzeitschrift | Proceedings of the International Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe |
| Publikationsstatus | Veröffentlicht - 2005 |
| Extern publiziert | Ja |
| Veranstaltung | 23rd Conference on Education in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe, eCAADe 2005 - Lisbon, Portugal Dauer: 21 Sept. 2005 → 24 Sept. 2005 |