Syllabus for
Introduction to Architecture
Course Objectives:
- To become familiar with some architectural vocabulary
- To become familiar with 8 periods of architecture from Classical to postmodernism
- To learn the basics of design and drawing/modeling techniques
- To be challenged to think and work “outside the box” in 2-D and 3-D formats
- To create a strong architecture portfolio
Syllabus:
Short Preliminary Assignment:
Lesson 1:
Introduction
Ancient/Classical Architecture
Assignment of projects/homework
Lesson 2:
Byzantine Architecture
Assignment of Projects/homework
Lesson 3:
Gothic Architecture
Assignment of Projects/homework
Lesson 4:
Renaissance Architecture
Assignment of Projects/homework
Lesson 5:
Baroque Architecture
Assignment of Projects/homework
Lesson 6:
18th Century Architecture
Assignment of Projects/homework
Lesson 7:
Modern Architecture
The Final Project Assigned
Assignment of Projects/homework
Great week to email your instructor all of your questions!!
Lesson 8:
Post-Modern Architecture
Assignment of Projects/homework
Continue working on your final project
Great week to email your instructor all of your questions!!
Lesson 9:
Final project is due. Students are required to prepare a PDF, video or live presentation of their work for the final project.