ARCH 1221
Material Histories of Architecture
Historical survey of architecture and conservation through material practices, transformation, and innovation around the world. Study of thousand-year old methods, monuments, and heritage sites, following materials including clay, metals, wood, or concrete, and studying their relations to landscapes, built forms, cultures, and climate.
Topics
- clay
- metals
- wood
- concrete
- studying their relations to landscapes
- built forms
- cultures
- climate
Course catalogue
Prerequisites & course information
Precludes additional credit for ARCC 1202 (no longer offered), ARCC 3502 (no longer offered). Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) program. Three hour lecture
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027