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ARC Architecture, Landscape and Design Courses

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ARC131H1
Introduction to Architecture 26L

A comprehensive introduction to the discipline, art and profession of architecture using case studies, both historical and contemporary, local and international.


ARC132H1
Contemporary Architecture 26L

An introductory survey of contemporary international architecture that examines how design is responding to technological change, environmental degradation, accelerating globalization of economy and media, and the politics of regional and cultural identity.


ARC213H1
Architectural Design I 39P

Introduction to architectural design conducted in a studio setting using a series of design projects that develop students’ understanding of and skills with fundamental aspects of designing buildings and their environments.
Prerequisite: ARC221H1; Enrolment in an ARC program


ARC221H1
Architectural Representation I 39P

An introduction to architectural drawing and representation in various media.
Prerequisite: ARC131H1, ARC132H1; Enrolment in an ARC program


ARC231H1
Architecture and Technology 26L

A selected survey of projects in the history of architecture exemplary for exploring the relationship between architecture and technological change.


ARC232H1
Architecture, Media and Communication 26L

An introduction to the interrelationship between architectural theory and studies in media and communications during the twentieth century.


ARC233H1
Post-Colonial Studies in Architecture 26L

An introduction to the emerging field of research in history and theory concerning the role of architecture, urban design and allied design areas in the relationship between western and non-western nations during and after the period of colonialism.


ARC234H1
Architecture & Cultural Difference 26L

An introduction to contemporary issues in architecture pertaining to cultural difference, the politics of cultural identity, and possible structures and strategies for heterogeneity.


ARC235H1
Architectural Criticism 26L

An introductory course in architectural criticism that reviews the writings of major critics, the history of criticism in architecture and the use of alternative critical perspectives.


ARC236H1
Design and Cultural Transformation 26L

A survey of the social, economic, technological and cultural factors that have been instrumental in transforming material culture since the Industrial Revolution.


ARC237H1
Topics in the History and Theory of Landscape Design 26L

An introduction to the history and theory of urban landscape design.


ARC238H1
Topics in Urban Design History and Theory 26L

An introduction to projects and practices, theories and issues in contemporary urban design considered from a historical perspective and in the context of changing forces and paradigms or urbanization, technology, ecology and culture.


ARC239H1
Introduction to Architectural Theory 26L

An introduction to the history and current state of architectural theory.


ARC313H1
Architectural Design II 39P

A second introduction to architectural design conducted in a studio setting using a series of design projects that develop students’ understanding of and skills with fundamental aspects of designing buildings and their environments.
Prerequisite: ARC213H1; Enrolment in the Specialist program and Major program with Concentration in Architectural Design
Co-requisite: ARC321H1


ARC314H1
Architectural Design III 39P

A third introduction to architectural design conducted in a studio setting using a series of design projects that develop students’ understanding of and skills with fundamental aspects of designing buildings and their environments.
Prerequisite: ARC313H1; Enrolment in the Specialist program and Major program with Concentration in Architectural Design


ARC321H1
Architectural Representation II 39P

An introduction to the history, theory and present state of building technology in the context of architectural design.
Prerequisite: ARC221H1; Enrolment in the Specialist program and Major program with Concentration in Architectural Design
Co-requisite:ARC313H1


ARC331Y1
Studies in International Architecture 52L

For students in the International Summer Program. Documentation and analysis of architecture and urbanism in the city where the programme is based. Topics may include building types, urban morphology and development, public spaces, urban precincts, and ways of life supported by them. Cities may vary each year.
Prerequisite:One half course in architectural history/theory


ARC341H1
Building Technology-Ecology I 26L

An introduction to building technology considered historically, in its relation to design theory, and its relation to the history and theory of technology.
Prerequisite: ARC231H1; Enrolment in the Specialist program and Major program with Concentration in Architectural Design


ARC342H1
Building Technology-Ecology II 26L

A topic-based course in the history and theory of building science and structures.
Prerequisite: ARC231H1; Enrolment in the Specialist program and Major program with Concentration in Architectural Design


ARC398H0/399Y0
Independent Experiential Study Project

An instructor-supervised group project in an off-campus setting. See page 40 for details.


ARC413H1
Architectural Design IV 39P

A fourth introduction to architectural design conducted in a studio setting using a series of design projects that develop students’ understanding of and skills with fundamental aspects of designing buildings and their environments.
Prerequisite: ARC314H1; ARC specialist


ARC414H1
Introduction to Graphic Design 26L

An introduction to modern and contemporary graphic design, using a combination of lectures and workshops to trace the history of graphic design and examine applications in publications, presentations and architectural graphics.
Prerequisite: ARC314H1; ARC specialist


ARC415H1
Introduction to Furniture Design 26L

Comprised of lectures and workshop projects, this course is a detailed exploration of the history, theory and practice of modern and contemporary furniture design.
Prerequisite: ARC314H1; ARC specialist


ARC416H1
Introduction to Design for Performance & Media Arts 26L

An introduction to the theory and present state of set, stage, and environmental design for film, television, and performance.
Prerequisite: ARC314H1; ARC specialist


ARC417H1
Word Image and Form 26L

A course that examines selected sculptural, architectural and analytical projects that have combined text, image and three-dimensional form. Assignments will include studio based projects.
Prerequisite: ARC314H1; ARC specialist


ARC431H1
Historical Perspectives on Topics in Architecture I 26L

An introduction to selected projects, writings and issues in contemporary world architecture considered from an historical perspective and in the context of changing technologies, ecologies and cultural formations.
Prerequisite: ARC specialist/major with concentration in history, theory, criticism


ARC432H1
Historical Perspectives on Topics in Architecture II 26L

A second introduction to selected projects, writings and issues in contemporary world architecture considered from an historical perspective and in the context of changing technologies, ecologies and cultural formations.
Prerequisite: ARC specialist/major with concentration in history, theory, criticism


ARC433H1
Urban Design History, Theory Criticism I 26L

An introduction to selected projects and practices, theories and issues in contemporary urban design considered from an historical perspective and in the context of changing forces and paradigms of urbanization, technology, ecology and culture.
Prerequisite: Enrolment in an ARC program


ARC434H1
Urban Design History, Theory Criticism II 26L

A selective survey of the interrelationships between theories and practices of landscape, ecology, and urbanism from the mid-eighteenth century to the late twentieth.
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the ARC Specialist program


ARC435H1
History/Theory of Urban LandscapeArchitecture Design I 26L

Study of landscape architecture elements in gardens, public open space, parks, and urban development. Fosters an understanding of landscape architecture considering examples from ancient to modern times. Places historical positions in landscape architecture within a more contemporary context. Landscape architectural design from the standpoint of: a work of art, a manifestation of cultural ideologies, and an act of humans in “nature”.
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the ARC Specialist program


ARC436H1
History/Theory of Contemporary Urban Landscape Design II 26L

The nature and origin of theories and principles in contemporary landscape architecture through lectures, seminar discussions and workshops. Design problems and the historic relationship to landscape issues; alternative design methods and characteristics of design motivations, constraints and expression in landscape as a media of practice.
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the ARC Specialist program


ARC437H1
Housing Design: Theory & Practice 26L

Urban housing forms and processes since 1800. Contemporary housing theories and policies in the context of world issues. Design principles, criteria and practice investigated through case studies.
Prerequisite: ARC131H1, ARC132H1; Enrolment in the ARC Specialist program and Major with Concentration in History, Theory, Criticism


ARC438H1
Mies van der Rohe 26L

An in depth examination of the work and thought of German-American architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.
Prerequisite: FAH281H1, FAH282H1; Enrolment in the ARC Specialist program and Major with Concentration in History, Theory, Criticism


ARC441H1
Architecture in its Technological-Ecological Context 26L

An introduction to the technical conditions and ecological contexts of architectural production, including construction methods and materials, structural, mechanical and electrical systems, principles of building enclosure design and life safety provisions. This course introduces all areas of the technical curriculum that will be treated in subsequent courses.
Prerequisite:ARC specialist


ARC442H1
Building Science, Materials and Construction 1 26L

Principles of building envelope design. Properties of building materials.
Prerequisite:ARC specialist


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