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221434....... Introduction to the History of Western Architecture ...
Liberal Study
LOWER
Credits: 4
Term(s) Offered (Subject to Change) : Spring 1. Summer. Fall 1.
Course Description:
This lower-level introductory course surveys western architecture and society from ancient times to the present. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the language of architecture, architects, and major architectural styles in several key periods across western civilization with a special emphasis on architecture of the 19th to 21st century.
In addition to the main purpose of introducing students to western architectural history and its styles and architects, the course also seeks to enhance the critical understanding of the development of western culture as a whole, and to further develop the understanding and relevance of architecture in our current society.
Students will be able to learn about the development of western civilization through the contextual understanding of the function and meanings of architecture in a variety of cultures throughout time. Studying relationships between different architecture, society, cultures, institutions, and other relevant contexts will enable students to understand western civilization and its connection to other cultures, societies, and times.
The core learning topics will consist of (1) Understanding Architecture; (2) History of Architecture from Caves to the Age of Enlightenment; and (3) History of Architecture from the 19th Century to Postmodernism. Assignments will encourage students to explore architects and architecture of their interests and discover architecture in their own community.
This course fully meets the General Education requirement in Western Civilization for 4 credits and in The Arts for 4 credits.
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