History and Theory 1: Spatial and Visual Culture - TFA1121

Assessment 1: Written assignment (coursework)

One piece of formative assessment will be included for each piece of work, which will normally take the form of formative feedback, prior to resubmission of the work as part of the summative assessment for the module.

Written Assignment

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Theory. Illustrated analysis of architectural precedent.

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

History. Comparative Analysis of Architecture from different historical periods.

This module has two parallel strands:
An historical overview of Western, Islamic and Oriental architecture from the beginnings of civilization to the start of the Renaissance.
An introduction to theoretical issues that relate to the manipulation of architectural space and form.
Whilst providing background knowledge it seeks to inculcate the idea that history is not a mere catalogue of styles, and that a study of the subject is essential to the designer.
The module aims to:
<ul><li>Provide an overview of architectural history:</li></ul>
<ul><li>Establish the relationship of architectural history to your course.</li><li>Provide a verbal and visual vocabulary of architectural elements and terminology.</li><li>Stimulate your appreciation of form, structure and materials.</li></ul>

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TFA1121 - History and Theory 1: Spatial and Visual Culture

History and Theory 1: Spatial and Visual Culture

be able to demonstrate an understanding of the sequence of historical periods and how they are represented architecturally.

be able to represent buildings and places diagrammatically in 2D and 3D using a range of different media.

be able to research broadly and academically using primary and secondary sources and formulate academic arguments and present appropriate information in a purposeful manner.

be able to understand the relationship between technology, materials and the form of historic buildings

be able to appreciate the way in which many varied factors contribute to the development of form.

be able to recognise and evaluate qualities of architectural and urban space and form.

be able to use verbal and visual architectural vocabulary when referring to building types, styles and periods.