ARCH 112 Mathematics in Architecture —F 3C,2L 0.5
The application of mathematics to architecture through such studies as analytical and constructive geometry, trigonometry, algebra, differential and integral calculus, functions and matrices.
Architecture (ARCH)
56 courses in the 1986–87 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
ARCH 142 Iconography 1: ConventionsF 4C,2aL 1.0
Selected schames of order, such as fate, providence, natural law, the human will, as expressed in plays, poems and fiction from various ages: selected conventions in literature, cinema, and the visual arts; the development of 1 or 2 archetypal symbols in literature and
sthe visual arts; directed to lead into
more detailed studies of symbolic patterns in Iconography 2. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 143 Iconography 2: A Survey of the Symbolic Nature of the EnvironmentW 4C,2L 10 *
A study centred on ancient life to initiate the student into the stream of culturat history and the complex problems of what the artist is, the quality of the human existence, culture, environment, as well as the working of the icon from raw state of perceived image to its function as an expressive symbol in poetry, music, dance, architecture and: other works of art; a study of modern work in comparison to an ancient achievement.
Prereq: ARCH 142
ARCH 163 Statics and Structural AnalysisW 10,2. 0.5
Fundamental concepts of mechanics and structures, as related to architec: © tural design, study of loading conditions, forces, moments, systems of forces, conditions of equilibrium for 2 and 3
' dimensional structures, centre of gravity
of loads and areas, bar forces in trusses, simple frame analysis, friction, moment of inertia.
Prereq: ARCH 112 -
ARCH 171 Theories and Technologies of BuildingF 3C 0.5
Introduction to applications of tech- - nology in the design and construction of buildings. Organized as a series of case studies concentrating on the last three canturies, it addresses, among other themes, the emergence of new structural methods,and materials, the evolution of environmental control, the rationalization of building assembly, and the invention of the modem urban infrastructure. ; ‘ Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 172 Building Construction |W 2C2L 0.5
An introduction of the fundamentals of building construction, in terms of materials, technical aspects of the making and design of buildings, basic building science and environmental concerns. Emphasis will be placed on soils, foundations, masonry construction and wood frame construction.
ARCH 174 Experimental Courses0.5 each
These courses offer a vehicle for intro-
ducing additional electives to the
Program on a short-term basis, and for
developing future permanent courses. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 192 Design Fundamentals and Workshop Design StudioF 11,1S,t4std. 15
Development of the means to appreciate art and science of building; introduction to a history of architecture; introduction to the study of theories of architecture; development of skills in graphic communication; introduction to a study of building structure, construction, and materials; promotion and encouragement of the theory and practice of design. Field trip (1 week).
Prereq: Architecture students only
ARCH 193 Design Fundamentals and StudioW_ 11,15,14std. 1.5
Reinforcement and development of the ARCH 192 program, but with emphasis upon the application of design method and practice to specific architectural
Prereq: ARCH 192
ARCH 194 Visual Interdisciplinary LanguageW 2C 0.5
Theory and practice of visual form based on formative processes and hierarchial structures. Propositions: form follows process, rotation is a universal form-generating process, symmetric form is a result of an asymmetric process and freedom is the single organizing principle.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 213 Computer Generated Design 1F.2C,2L 0.5
An overview of the use of computers
and computer graphics in architectural
design. The course includes design
exercises using graphics software. Prereq: CS 100 or consent of
instructor
ARCH 224 An Introduction to LandscapeS 2C2std 0.5
Design
An introduction to the design of tand-
scape with emphasis upon the architec-
tural attributes of plants and landforms. Prereq: ARCH 192, 193, 292 or
consent of instructor
ARCH 244 History of Gardens of Europe and Western Asia . NF 2C,2D 0.5
The study of gardens as works of art reconciling man with his wortd. Gardens of Europe and Western Asia are studied as responses to specific human needs.
“the stress and aspirations of an age.
and to the climate and landscape of the land in which they were created. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 245 Survey of ContemporaryW,S 1C,2L 0.5
Architecture
Beginring with the formative years of
modern architecture, the course will
analyse buildings and theories of repre-
sentative architects and designers.
documenting the development of archi-
tectural ideas in Europe and elsewhere. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 246 Foundations of Europe: Sense of Periods and StyiesF 4C,2L 10
Recognition of patterns of life and concepts of order and conduct, models of the universe and other, moving metaphors and myths by means of study.of the thoughts, acts, art, architecture, technology, fiterature, music and town design of the West from the break-up of the Roman Empire until the Renaissance. Field trips to museums, concerts in Toronto, Detroit or Butfalo.
Prereq: ARCH 143 or consent of instructor
ARCH 247 Renaissance to Revolution: Sense of Periods and Styles§ 4C,2L 10
Analysis of the various styles emerging out of provincial and international Gothic, especially Italian use of classical
_models, the spread of this “renaissance”
mode, leading to consideration of the
Mannerist, the Baroque, the Rococo, the
Neoclassical; investigation of the course of men’s attitudes from humanism, nationalism, and Reformation through the Enlightenment until the French Revolution and Hume's dethronement of Reason. Field trips to museums, concerts in Toranto, Quebec, Detroit or Buffalo; Stratford Festival.
Prereq: ARCH 246 or consent of instructor .
ARCH 252 Creative Problem SolvingF,W,S 0.5
Development of creative skills through group behaviour in problem solving sessions by: developing a clear understanding of each participant’s own
creative thought processes; increasing
his/her ability to consciously and deliberately make use of his/her own creative potential; engendering an awareness of the capacity to use himself/herself and the people he/she works with to produce better solutions to the prablems identified by the group.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 262 Strength of MaterialsF 2C2L 0.5
Concept of simple stress and strain; statically indeterminate axially loaded members; thermal stresses, torsion, shear and bending moments in simple beam; shear and moment diagrams, qualitative deflected shapes, flexural and shearing stresses, deflection calculations; combined stresses, beams of different materials, compression members, Euler’s formula.
Prereq: ARCH 163
ARCH 266 Building Construction IlF 3C 0.5
The study of more advanced aspects of building construction dealing with the
-design and technological aspects of
building structure: reinforced concrete, precast concrete, and steel framing; building envelope: cladding principles, window wails, roofing and glazing; and interior finish selection and interface with mechanical and electrical systems.
Prereq: ARCH 172 or consent of — instructor
ARCH 274 Experimental Courses0.5 each
These courses offer a vehicle for introducing additional electives to the program on a short-term basis, and for developing future permanent courses.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 276 Timber: Design, Structure and Construction ~S 2C2L 0.5
Architectural case studies are used to examine conceptual development, structural design, building process and the selection of structural timber systems. Topics such as flexural, compression and truss members; connections; and plywood construction are studied using calculations, design aids, rules of thumb and the latest CSA design standards. Prereq: ARCH 262
ARCH 284 Architectural ResearchF,W 3C 05 each
This offers a student an opportunity. for independent research into architectural problems not offered in the regular curriculum, guided exploration of specific architectural problem areas, of appropriate complexity to the particular term. .
Prereq: Approval of (in house) UGAC
ARCH 292 Design Concepts and StudioF 3C,listd 1.5
To develop in each student the ability to design on a small, personal scale and explore design as a thinking process. Small space design exercises where the student is required to define and analyze a problem and generate an architectural solution. Solutions are refined through a series of evaluations. Prereg: ARCH 192, 193
ARCH 293 Design Concepts and StudioS 3C,listd 1.5
Design involving probiems of human perception and dimension in complex or large spaces, and to develop in each student the ability to generate solutions to architectural problems on.a scale which involves “privacy and community.” Emphasis is placed 6n programming, analysis and solution evaluation. Problems of construction, servicing, and siting will be further explored. Field trip to a major Urban Area (1 week). . Prereq: ARCH 292
ARCH 313 Computer Generated Design IlW 2C.2. 0.5
This course is a sequel to ARCH 213
and considers in greater depth some of
the topics covered in the earlier course. Prereq: ARCH 213.
ARCH 345 Architectural Theory 1850-1940W 2CiS 0.5
Beginning with the introduction of important theories of architecture in vogue prior to 1860, the course will examine texts, movements, buildings, projecis, and urban proposals of the period in order to understand the structure of ~ contemporary architectural theory. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 346 W 2C,2L 0.5
Romanticism and. 20th Century: Sense of Periods and Styles Depiction of “modern” culture as one in which the notion of environmental order as the fulfilling of natural law is replaced by a notion of order as the creation of autonomous human wills. Selected works in philosophy, literature, art and architecture will be studied.
Prereq: ARCH 247 or consent of instructor .
ARCH 348 Talian Renaissance ArchitectureF (Rome) 2C,2S 0.5.
Architecture and urban design from the early 15th to the early 17th century in central and northern italy. Special attention is paid to the development of theory and its relation to architectural practice. In addition to the works of the major figures of the period, typical relationshigs between buildings and their urban and natural contexts are considered.
Prereq: Registration in ARCH 492 or consent of instructor —.
ABCH M9A/B/C S 40,7 05 Topics in Cultural History Research into various topics including architectural history, theory, practice, and pedagogy but exploring the means of study (the human mind, the precepters, the tools of searching, ordering of findings, ways of presentation of the results of reflection). Guest lecturers, field trips, and private consultants will diversity the common studies. Because the topics will shift, it is possible to enrol in the course more than once.
Prereq: Consent of instructor after an interview and inventory
The letter designation allows this course to be taken more than once for credit.
ARCH 362 Steel: Design, Structure and ConstructionW 2C,2t 0.5
Architectural case studies are used to examine conceptual development, structural design, building process and the selection of structural steel systems.
Topics such as tension, flexural and
compression members, and connections are studied using calculations, design aids, rules of thumb and the latest CSA design standards.
Prereq: ARCH 262
ARCH 363 Concrete: Design Structure andF 2C,2L. 0.5
Construction ; Architectural case studies are used to examine conceptual development, structural design, building process and the selection of structural concrete systems. Topics such as flexural (rectangular.
T-Beams, and one-way slabs) and
compression members; footing and
’ rataining walts; non-reinforced and rein-
forced masonry wails are studied using
calculations, design aids, rules of thumb
and the latest CSA design standards. Prereq: ARCH 262.
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ARCH 371 Designing and Building with Soler EnergyF 2C,1wkshp 0.5
Instruction in the basics of solar technology, including principles of climatic design, solar basics, efficient building layout design, solar systams design, heat loss/gain calculations, and simple computer simulation of the designed systems.
Prereq: Consent of instructor (ability ” fo figure heat calculations, basic knowl edge of solar building).
ARCH 372 Buliding Services |F 2C2L 0.5
The course focuses on the air and water systems of buildings and is aired at developing knowledge and skills appropriate to architectural practice. Subjects covered include environmental parameters, heating and cooling loads, energy conservative design, the selection of heating, ventilaing and air conditioning systems, plumbing systems, and fire protection criteria and systems, with reference to building codes and standards.
Coreq: ARCH 392 or consent of instructor.
ARCH 373 Bullding Services ItF 2C,2L 0.5
A study of services in buildings, covering electrical distribution, vertical transportation, lighting and acoustics. The course also addresses exterior applications, site planning and district services, and a survey of urban infrastructures.
Coreq: ARCH 393 or consent of instructor
ARCH 374 Experimental Courses0.5 each
These courses offer a vehicte for intro-
ducing additional electives to the
Program on a short term basis, and for
developing future permanent courses. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 384 Architectural ResearchF,W R 05 each
This offers a student an opportunity for
independent research into, architectural problems not offered in the regular curriculum. It allows guided exploration of a specific architectural problem area, of appropriate complexity to the particular term.
Prereq: Approval of {in house) UGAC
ARCH S92, W: 4C,i7std 2.0 Design Concepts and Studio Design of complex environments; the. effect of legal and administrative controls on the design of process and form; the influence of mechanical, structural and industrial building. components on design process and architectural form. Projects will involve ‘co-ordination of the design task with other disciplines involved in such projects.
Prereq: ARCH 293
ARCH 393 Design Concepts and StudioF 3C,18std 2.0
The analysis and exploration of relation: ships between physical, social, political and economic systems that influence the physicat environment, techniques for defining the pattems of interaction and predicting the influence on physical form involving other disciplines; projects to explore the techniques and design with others at the city or community scale. Prereq: ARCH 392
COURSES FOR 2 BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
ARCH 445 The Practice of Criticism in Creative DesignF,W “26, 2D 0.5
The application of critical thought will be exercised regularly through oral and written assignments on a wide range of designed human experience; secondarily, there will be reading assignments to facilitate the practice of criticism © through a broadening knowledge of critica! theory and its relationship to culture. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 446 Italian Urban HistoryF (Rome) 20.28 0.5
The course provides a survey of the history of settlement and urban form on the Hatian penninsula from antiquity to the present day. In it the influences upon the structure. of public and private space are outlined for each historical period. These inctude the constants such as geography and climate, but more especially, the factors that induce and manifest change: politics, \warfare, economics, social structure, the arts and theory.
Prereq: Registration in ARCH 492 or consent of instructor
ARCH 448 Rome and the CampagnaF (Rome) 20,25 0.5
History of settlement and building in Rome and the surrounding area from antiquity to the present. Acts of design in architecture, urban form and landscape related to political, cultural and spiritual authority of Rome. Comparison drawn between the image of the city, represented in literature and art, and the material facts of the place. Field trips, lecture.
Prereq: Registration in ARCH 492 or consent of instructor
ARCH 452 SpecificationsW,S 2C 0.5
Architectural working drawings and specifications; bidding requirements; general conditions; general requirements trade divisions; reference and source
" material; assembly and reproduction.
structural, mechanical and electrical consultants.
Prereq: BES standing or consent of instructor
ARCH 474 Experimental Courses0.5 each
These courses offer a vehicle for intro-
ducing additional electives to the
program on a short-term basis, and for
developing future permanent courses. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 484 Architectural ResearchF,W 3A 0.5 each
This offers a student an opportunity for independent research into architectural problems not offered:in the régular curriculum. !t allows guided exploration of a specific architectural problem area, of appropriate complexity to the particular term.
Prereq: Approval of (in house) UGAC
ARCH 492 EachF,W,S 3C,18std 2:0
Design Studio.
The intent of these courses is to develop skills and gain experience in architectural design through the application of design and analysis techniques to complex building types. This is approached through a series of design projects aimed at the exploration of generative factors in the definition of
- built form. Projects are related to.
existing contexts and respond to current concerns of architectural theory and practice. Both individual and group work are included. Fall term held in Rome or Waterloo.
Prereq: ARCH 393 for 492 and 492 for 493
ARCH 499 Fifth Year Thesis ProposalW,S 0.0
Architecture students are responsibie for developing a satisfactory thesis proposal prior to and as a pre-requisite of the 5A Design Studio. The completion of this requirement will be indicated as a mark of ‘cr’ for the course on the student's academic record. The thesis proposal will be developed independentty by the student between the 4B and 5A terms and will be reviewed and assessed by the SA studio instructor.
Prereq: ARCH 493
“ ARCH 555 § 2C 05
Architectural Practice: The Profession Discussion of the legal and ethical aspects of architectural practice in Canada and in Ontario in particular, contracts, bonds and insurance, mechanics’ liens, by-laws and régulations, architectural partnership. The legal background, client-architect relations, partial services, professional problems. . Preseq: BES standing
ARCH 574 Experimental Courses0.5 each
These courses offer a vehicle for intro-
ducing additional electives to the
program on a short-term basis, and for
developing future permanent courses. Prereg: Consent of instructor
ARCH 584 Architectural ResearchW,S 3R 0.5 each
This offers a student an opportunity for independent research into architectural problems not offered in the regular curriculum. It allows guided exploration of a specific architectural problem area, of appropriate complexity to the particular term.
Prereq: Approval of (in house) UGAC
ARCH 592 Design StudioW,S 32C 3.0 each
These courses provide an opportunity for the student to select an area of concentraton for study and design in depth, A thesis topic is to be submitted and approved during term 8 (4b) and alll research work completed by the end of the & month co-op work term 5. Terms 9 and 10 (Sa and 5b) will be spent developing the thesis for presentation during term 10. The thesis is to be a vehicle for thinking and design at an innovative level. Thus considerable emphasis is placed on both theory and development of design solutions.
Prereq: ARCH 499 and consent of instructor
A letter grade for ARCH 592 will be submitted only after the completion of ARCH 593.
COURSES NOT. OFFERED. 1986-87
ARCH 212 Computer Science Simulation
ARCH 223 Human Ecology: Social Behaviour as the Human/Physical Interface
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ARCH 265 Structural Morphogenesis
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ARCH 282 Preservation Practice- Background
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ARCH 283 Preservation Practice- Technology and Technique
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ARCH 347 The Roots of Civilization
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ARCH 455 Management and Estimating
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ARCH 554 Development and Financing
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ARCH 563 Suspended and Space Struc- tures
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