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Computational Structural Design II
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:55:16
Abstract
This course teaches structural design opportunities through the use of computational tools and strongly informed by (digital)fabrication techniques.
Objective
- development of algorithmic thinking - understanding of principles of design for fabrication - knowledge of basic/medium Python scripting - introduction to COMPAS framework data structures and algorithms - fabrication aware constrained form-finding
Content
The course lays a strong computational foundation that gives students the confidence to use python coding for design. This fundamental knowledge is subsequently used in design-oriented exercises focusing on form-finding and the design of efficient structural forms informed by fabrication constraints. The course explores a variety of structural design options showcased through research methods used in realized construction projects (e.g. Nest HiLo and the Armadillo vault).
Resources
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Information
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 60
Course Components
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Computational Structural Design II
No course on 25.3. (seminar week) 8.4. (Easter Holiday) as well as all public holidays and in the last two weeks before the final critiques.
This course replaces the former course "Structural Design VI".
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3 h weekly |