Studying online

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit provides an introduction to the social and historical contexts of architecture and building works. It emphasises the instrumental, symbolic and aspirational roles performed by representations of architecture and landscape design, particularly drawings. The unit contextualises drawings, while introducing notions like the seriality of images, their relation to one another for a given historical period and across time. By means of drawing and writing analyses, students are encouraged to recognise how the designer comes to be a powerful creative agent, largely by means of their mastery of representational systems.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 1 core unit in the Architecture A major sequence
  • Level 1 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) have basic knowledge of the built, social and historical context of significant architectural projects; (2) acquire basic written and drawn research and analytical skills; (3) to use a range of visual and literacy sources to develop visual and textual analysis of architecture; and (4) develop basic communication skills in interpersonal relationships, oral discussion and critical analysis of significant works of architecture.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) illustrated essay; (2) tutorial presentation; and (3) examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Beth George
Incidental fees
Incidental student fees and charges are costs incurred by students as part of their studies at UWA that are in addition to their tuition fees (further information is available "
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):
Set up costs (estimated cost - $257-$772).
Contact hours
lectures/workshops/tutorials: 3 hours per week
Note
Enrolled students can access unit material via the LMS (Learning Management System).
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.