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Robotic Fabrication and Drone Technologies

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington , New Zealand
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Tuition Fee
NZD 5,558
Start Date
Not Available
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
17 weeks
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Major
Mechanical Engineering | Robotics Engineering | Computer Science
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Engineering
Education type
On campus
Course Language
English
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NZD 5,558
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Program start dateApplication deadline
2026-02-23-
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Program Overview

Course Overview

The course SARC 301, Robotic Fabrication and Drone Technologies, introduces students to digital concepts, tools, and methods in robotic fabrication, 3D scanning, and drone technologies. It investigates the relationship between technology and design, focusing on the development of skills for the construction industry of the future.


Course Details

  • Dates: 23 Feb 2026 to 21 Jun 2026
  • Starts: Trimester 1
  • Fees:
    • NZ$1,205.55 for domestic students
    • NZ$5,558.70 for international students
  • Campus: Te Aro
  • Estimated Workload: Approximately 150 hours or 8.8 hours per week for 17 weeks
  • Points: 15 points

Entry Restrictions

  • Prerequisites: 30 200-level points from the BAS, BBSc, or BConst schedules
  • Corequisites: None
  • Restrictions: Students who have already passed SARC 401 cannot take this course

Course Learning Objectives

Students who pass this course should be able to:


  1. Explain the principles and applications of robotic fabrication, 3D scanning, and drone technologies in the construction and built environment sectors.
  2. Operate relevant software and equipment for robotic fabrication, 3D scanning, and drone data acquisition.
  3. Process and analyze spatial data acquired through 3D scanning and drone surveys.
  4. Apply digital design and fabrication techniques to create building components or models using robotic fabrication.
  5. Evaluate the potential benefits and challenges of integrating these technologies into construction workflows.

How This Course is Taught

This course will be delivered through lectures, tutorials, and lab sessions. Lectures will introduce theoretical concepts, tutorials will provide a platform for discussion and analysis, and lab sessions will offer hands-on experience with relevant software and equipment.


Assessment

  • Project 1 – Basic Training and Health and Safety: 15%
  • Project 2 – Robotic Fabrication Project: 45%
  • Project 3 – 3D Scanning and Data Processing: 40%

Mandatory Requirements

To pass this course, students must:


  1. Achieve an overall pass mark of at least 50%.
  2. Complete specific workshop and health and safety training determined by the Course Coordinator.

What You'll Need to Get

You do not need to purchase any texts or equipment for this course.


Course Coordinator

Professor Derek Kawiti


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Older versions of this course may be accessible through the course archive.


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