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Course Learning Outcomes

 

 

The following outcomes are common to Arch 301 and 302 studios, which can be given in either of the terms (depending on the organization of studio trips).

By the end of two consecutive courses, the student will be able to:

(Knowledge) 1) identify, discuss and interpret prominent cases from world literature on relevant works of pioneering features; 2) carry out analysis of design problems in relation to environmental, social and urban aspects; 3) pursue and use reliable knowledge in sustainable design, building tectonics, and design of new buildings in historical context; 4) propose a building program based on social and cultural scenarios, with the guidance of sample briefs provided in class; 5) create alternative concept designs and work out master plan ideas at neighborhood scales; 6) explore and apply intermediary and advanced technologies in giving structural form to spaces.

(Skills) 1) accurately produce base maps, site plans and section-elevations, with correct representation of the proposed design and its environmental context; 2) demonstrate dexterity in presentation techniques, using advanced computer programs skillfully; using both manual and computer aided drawings and models. 3) articulate the structural and tectonic form of buildings with precision and expressive quality; 4) work out coherent transitions between multiple scales (from 1/5000 to 1/50), with demonstrated skill in full expression of each scale; 5) prepare reports in mature language on proposed program and design ideas.

(Attitudes) 1) develop maturity in managing teamwork, demonstrating individual responsibility and commitment to collective achievement; 2) develop consiousness on poetics of space and structure; 3) demonstrate adoption of values concerning natural and cultural diversity, with utmost care for heritage sites and buildings; 4) demonstrate evidence of professional ethics to resist and challenge real life procedures of practice.