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Course Learning Outcomes

The following outcomes are common to Arch 301 and 302 studios. 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; 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.