The course is an introduction to both the craft and the discipline of architectural drafting and to the principles of construction. There will be an introduction to constructional systems including small-scale timber structures, small-scale masonry construction with a brief analysis of constructional principles. A further study of structural elements, systems and materials with case studies will also be explored. The study will take place in parallel with a study of architectural drafting with emphasis upon the craft and discipline aspects of the practice. There will be an introduction to the Australian Standards dealing with the architectural drafting and to drawing conventions. Consideration will be given to sketching, measuring and documenting buildings. An exploration of the relationship between design and technology and the witness of actual building sites will also form part of this course.