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2. Micro-credentials
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4. Micro-credential modules
5. AT6012: Design Research: Technology Transformations

Course Fact File

Code	AT6012
Duration	12 weeks
Teaching Mode	Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info.
NFQ Level	Level 9
Fees	€500 (80% Funding Available) See Fees and Costs for full details.
Closing Date	31 July 2026
Venue	Blended delivery.
Credits	5
Start Date	23 Sep 2026

Outline

Module Goal

• To select and analyse appropriate examples of technical and technological innovations in the built environment which might inform the development of an architectural idea.

Module Content

• Technologies which influence structural stability, environmental control and constructional techniques and materials;
• The influence of each on the perceived architectural environment, and;
• The impact of technological choices on the economics and environmental impact of a design proposal.

Additional Teaching Mode Information

 

Practicalities

Lecture Schedule: 

• 12 x 3 hr(s) lectures
• 89 (hrs) online asynchronous (any time learning) activities
• Delivery: Wednesdays 10:00 - 13:00 

Continuous Assessment - 100 marks

• Students participate in seminars and produce seminar paper and technical dossier (100 marks)

Teaching Staff:

Mr Maroun Tabbal - Cork Centre for Architectural Education

Why Choose

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

1. Identify and analyse appropriate technical and technological frameworks within the area of contemporary architecture.

2. Demonstrate a critical appreciation of the role of technical and technological frameworks in supporting the implementation of contemporary architectural ideas.

3. Develop the intellectual content of a project through the use of appropriate technical and technological investigations.

4. Research and interpret constructional, climatic and structural systems, and be able to demonstrate an innovative or experimental use of these through an architectural project.

Requirements

To join this postgraduate micro-credential, you will ideally have as a minimum:

• An Architecture/Engineering Bachelor’s Degree or related equivalent qualification with a proficiency in the English language.
• An interest in becoming climate literate, uncovering new architecture solutions, and helping achieve net zero buildings with Universal Access.

Fees and Costs

The fee for this micro-credential is €500

• Those eligible for funding will receive an 80% fee subsidy. Jobseekers and returners will be given priority.
• If awarded HEA funding, these applicants will need to pay the remaining 20% fee (€100) on registration (non-refundable). 
• If an applicant's organisation wishes to pay their fees in part or in full, the applicants must pay the 20% on registration and any arrange any reimbursement with their employer/organisation directly. 

How To Apply

You must choose one application route:

• Make a funded application , or
• Apply directly to the programme as a fee-paying applicant

Option Two: Direct Applications

Create an account or login to UCC Apply (click the 'Apply' button below).

1. Start a new application
   • WHEN ASKED FOR APPLICATION TYPE - YOU MUST CHOOSE: ADULT & CONTINUING EDUCATION
2. During the application on the tab titled Academic Level, under Level Selection, select the following options:
   • Academic Level: Adult Continuing Education (ACE at UCC)
   • Course Type: Microcredentials
   • Academic Programme: Design Research: Technology Transformations (AT6012)

A step-by-step visual application guide for this specific programme is available – please email the Programme Coordinator. You can view a general application guide for all part-time programmes here: /en/ace/helphub/