Chabot College
Fall 2003
Removed Fall 2006
Course Outline for Architecture 500
ARCHITECTURE STUDIO
Catalog Description:
500 – Architecture Studio
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Extended study of various topics from the standard transfer program in architecture.
Emphasis on developing an in-depth understanding of how design theory, freehand
techniques, and computer graphics are used to produce successful architectural
renderings and plans. Co-requisite: Architecture 2A, 2B, 4A, 4B, 8A, 8B, 16, 31A, 31B,
32A, 32B, 33, or 68. Variable hours laboratory.
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
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produce black and white or color drawings using specific drawing theories,
conventions, and techniques;
demonstrate the use of orthographic, axonometric, oblique, and/or linear
perspective in creating architectural renderings;
apply color theory in drawings and renderings;
render a variety of textures and objects;
produce a coherent visual design using the basic visual elements, e.g. line, form,
pattern, and texture
use objects, such as plants and buildings, as design elements in a rendering;
use freehand or computer techniques to create drawings or illustrations.
Course Content
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Drawing theories, conventions, and techniques
Orthographic, axonometric, oblique, and/or linear perspective
Color theory
Rendering textures and objects
Visual design using basic visual elements
Objects as design elements
Freehand and computer techniques
Methods of Presentation
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Individualized critique
Chabot College
Course Outline for Architecture 500, Page 2
Fall 2003
Assignments and Methods of Evalulating Student Progress:
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Typical Assignments
a. Class participation, including performance on the final examination..
b. Demonstrate your understanding of color theory by making a drawing in
which simultaneous color contrast is used.
c. Create a rendering that utilizes a variety of textures and shapes.
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Studio projects
b. Class participation, including performance on the final examination
Textbook(s) (typical):
Architecture: Form, Space, and Order, Francis D.K. Ching, John Wiley and Sons, New
York, 1996.
Special Student Materials:
USB Memory Key or 100MB Zip disk
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Revised: 5/20/03