Master Computational Design Course
for Real World Application
Specialised course for architects & engineers. Master advanced tools with real-world application to create efficient designs and level up your career.
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Next Cohort - 22nd April
Program Duration - 32 Weeks, online (8-10 hours/week)
For the full course structure and learning outcomes, download the syllabus.
For the full course structure and learning outcomes, download the syllabus.
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Course highlights
Become an expert
Become a computational design specialist in just 8 months.
Learn industry workflows
Learn advanced computational workflow and its industry application.
Master computational tools
Master 6+ software and 15+ plugins used in leading industry practices.
Accelerate career
Choose your specialisation and accelerate your career growth.
Why ‘Applied’
Computational Design
Earn 50% more than the industry average
Computational designers enjoy excellent career prospects as well as a competitive advantage in the job market.
Unlock your creativity and improve productivity
Computational processes let you breeze through iterations so you can solve real-world design problems.
Use automation for design exploration
Fear machines taking over your job? With knowledge of automation, you’ll be the one commanding new-age design exploration.
How you learn
Learn computational design theory
to understand the application of computation in various design fields.
Master advanced tools and industry workflows
to build a rock-solid foundation in computational design application.
Build your specialisation
in high performance building analysis or computational BIM with a live industry project.
Graduate with a professional certification
impressive additions to your portfolio, and a world of new career opportunities.
Meet your mentors
Olga Yatsyuk
Associate, ARB, RIBA, UMA
Zaha Hadid Architects, United Kingdom
Brice Pannetier
Founder and Design Technology Specialist
Atelier Designa, Australia
Raina Lin
Architect
Henning Larsen, United Kingdom
Ami Nigam
Head of Technology
Benoy, United Kingdom
Zrinka Radic
Computational and BIM Designer
Zaha Hadid Architects, United Kingdom
Giuseppe Dotto
Architect and BIM Coordinator
UNStudio, Netherlands
Preety Anand
Architect & Computational Designer
Herzog & de Meuron, Switzerland
Sebastian Amorelli
Computational Designer
External Reference, Spain
Rahul Grover
Senior Building Physics & Sustainability Engineer
Buro Happold, United Kingdom
Course structure and outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to take up the following job roles in architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) firms around the world.
Foundational Studio | Computational Modelling
Weeks 02 - 03
Basic Modelling in Rhino 3D
Learn the basics of organic and fluidic modelling in Rhino. Get acquainted with the interface, geometry types, quick modelling tips, essential commands, visualisations and more.
Week 04
Introduction to Grasshopper
Learn the fundamentals of visual programming and dive head first into your first Grasshopper definition.
Weeks 05 - 09
Parametric Modelling in Grasshopper
Learn the complete process of parametric modelling from scratch using data lists, lists management, data tree structure and more to perform a complete parametric project using data.
PARAMETRIC DESIGNER
Core Studio | Computational Geometries
Weeks 10 - 11
Rhino for Professional Practice
Get acquainted with advanced architectural modelling in Rhino including essential tips for accurate modelling, layering conventions, model management, visualisation and professional processes.
Weeks 11 - 12
Facade Design & Geometry Rationalisation
Learn to panelise building facades, second skin and rationalise model geometries from fabrication perspective.
Weeks 13 - 14
Form Finding - Application in Architecture
Explore the application of Kangaroo Physics Engine to generate novel architectural geometries.
Weeks 14 - 15
Generative Design Optimisation
Learn the generative approach to design exploration and goal-oriented optimisation using Evolutionary Solver.
Weeks 16 - 17
Electives
(Choose One)
Autonomous Design Systems
Learn to develop algorithms that generate cluster design ideas based on defined logic.
Stadium Design
Learn concept and parametric modelling approach for Stadium Design.
Introduction to GhPython
Get started with text-based scripting using GHPython component in Grasshopper.
COMPUTATIONAL DESIGNER
SELECT SPECIALISATION
High Performance Building Analysis
This studio looks into the study of solar, thermal, wind and luminous behaviour of built environments through an integrated design workflow that allows for real-time performance analysis.
Climate & Comfort Principles
Urban Microclimate Simulations
Solar Studies - Simulations
Daylighting Studies & Simulations
Building Energy Modelling
Lifecycle Carbon Analysis
Computational BIM Workflow
This Studio looks into industry-specific knowledge of BIM and computational design technologies and their application through interoperability, data management and automation.
Revit Fundamentals - Geometry + Data
Programmable BIM Objects
Rhino.Inside - Interoperability
Speckle - Data Integration
Dynamo - Visual Scripting in BIM
Revit API - PyRevit
Live Industry Project
Live Industry Project
Building Sustainability Consultant
Computational Design Specialist
Building Performance Analyst
Design Technology Specialist
Sustainability Analyst
BIM Specialist
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Live training, recorded material, practice files, cheat sheets and live industry projects
Guidance for building your CV and portfolio for professional growth
Career guidance
Placement Support
Lifetime community access and support to help your career flourish
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Eligibility and course requirements
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What hardware do I need to attend this course?
Windows System
- 64-bit Intel or AMD processor (Not ARM)
- 8 GB memory (RAM) minimum; 16 GB memory (RAM) recommended
- 40 GB disk space
- OpenGL 4.1 capable video card is recommended
- 4 GB Video RAM or more recommended
- A multiple-button mouse with a scroll wheel is recommended
- Apple Intel hardware with Boot Camp optional (Boot Camp is not supported on Apple Silicon M1 Macs)
- Operating System: Windows 10 or higher