Course - History of Architecture and Architectural Theory - AAR4430
History of Architecture and Architectural Theory
About
About the course
Course content
The historical and social basis for building.
Historic technology and use of materials in building.
Elements of form and how they are connected in form systems.
Historic theories of architecture.
Learning outcome
The course unit is generally intended to further an understanding of the history of the built environmennt, in the light of technical knowledge, theory and social conditions. The students are supposed to obtain knowledge of architecture and themes of architectural theory from antiquity until the beginning of the 20th C. The spring term concentrates on Norwegian and Nordic architecture until c. 1960, and a.o. Nordic traditions of building in wood.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, excursions and private study (syllabus)
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Arkitektur - masterstudium (5-årig) (MAAR)
Required previous knowledge
The first year of architectural study, or similar education, is required
Course materials
Textbooks, compendia
Subject areas
- Architecture