Course - Theory of Knowledge and the Architects Work - AAR8350
AAR8350 - Theory of Knowledge and the Architects Work
About
Examination arrangement
Course content
The subject is an introduction to questions in the theory of knowledge. it is divided into two parts. In part 1 the students get an overview of important tendencies in the theory of knowledge. This comprizes important dividing lines and debates between the tendencies, their most important problems and their ideas concerning valid knowledge, ways of arguing, reasons and truth. The possible application of these discussions onto the kind of knowledge that is important to the works of architects, is stressed. This is a kind of knowledge that is articulated in and through the architect´s creative work. The aim of the subject is to afford a basis for a reflexive attitude towards what are the demands for a valid presentation of this peculiar field of knowledge. As a basis for this discussion, the subject also studies parallell problems and how they are treated in other fields of knowledge. In part 2 the students examines different theories of architecture in the light of the general epistemological discussion. Amongst others, one here studies the epistemological character of different theories of architecture, how they understand themselves, the creative work and the kind of knowledge that is being articualted thorugh this.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: Knowledge about central parts of the history of knowledge and different kinds of knowledge, in particular aesthetic knowledge, as these are relevant to the discipline of architecture. Skills: To be able to reflect critically on questions in the theory of knowledge and express the reflections in written text. General knowledge: competence in the theory of knowledge as it is relevant to the PhD work.
Learning methods and activities
Seminars and exercises.
Further on evaluation
It will be announced in the start of the semester about the nature and scope of the written thesis.
Postponed examinations are usually scheduled for the next regular exam period.
Required previous knowledge
Masters degree.
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2024
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Architecture and Technology
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment and oral examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Oral examination 50/100 D
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Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn ORD Assignment 50/100 A
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Oral examination 50/100 D
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Assignment 50/100 A
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"