Institution:
Program: Architectural Engineering Date: Jan. 2013
Technology
COURSE OUTLINE
ARC 350 ARCHITECTURAL THEORY and DESIGN FACTORS
Catalog Data:
ARC 350 Architectural Theory and Design Factors. (3 credits). This
course will examine a series of architectural theories and design factors
that attempts to explain, predict or influence design decisions that result in
the built environment. Topics include: historical theory; form and
aesthetics; architectural technology; the urban, natural and human
environment; economic, zoning and code factors; the social and behavioral
implications of architecture, the design process itself and the architectural
profession.
Credit and Contact Hours:
3 credits, 3 contact hours
Prerequisites:
ARC362
Textbook:
Stein, Jay M., Kent F. Spreckelmeyer, Classic Readings in Architecture,
WBC/McGraw-Hill, Inc., New York
Reference:
Instructor handouts / material.
Goals:
To explore basic architectural theories and design factors that underlies the
design process.
Course Objectives:
Students will develop a basic understanding of classic and contemporary
architectural theory.
Students should be able to apply this knowledge in analyzing and
understanding a contemporary work of architecture.
Relationship to Program Outcomes: (a) an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques,
skills and modern tools of their disciplines, (g) an ability to communicate
effectively, (h) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in
lifelong learning, (i) an ability to understand professional, ethical and
social responsibilities, (j) a respect for diversity and a knowledge of
contemporary professional, societal and global issues.
Means of assessment and criteria for success: Students will be assessed on the above outcomes
Institution:
Program: Architectural Engineering Date: Jan. 2013
Technology
by using short essays and a final term paper. The standard measurement
for success is the A-F grading system as outlined in the College
Catalogue.
Continuous Improvement: Review student essays noting corrective suggestions and
recommendations for improvement, students must rewrite essays that
receive a D grade or below. Review draft of final paper making corrective
suggestions and recommendations for improvement.
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Computer Usage:
Introduction to Theory
Historical Role of Geometry and Community
Form & Aesthetics
Architectural Technology
The Urban Environment
The Natural Environment
The Human Environment
Social and Behavioral Implications
The Design Process & the Profession
Retrospective and Conclusion
Course material available on the Internet.
Laboratory Projects: None.
Oral & Written Communication: Comprehensive term paper applying the theories learned to
explain an existing architectural or urban event. Student team oral
summary presentation / lead discussion with examples of a theory from
the required readings.
Calculus Usage:
None
Library Usage:
Research of term paper and for supplemental readings.
Prepared by:
Joseph Betz, R.A.
Date: Jan. 2013