ARCH 112 Mathematics in ArchitectureF 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)
60 courses in the 1987–88 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,2L 10
Selected schemes 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 one or two archetypal symbols in literature and the 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 1.0
A study centred on ancient life to initiate the student into the stream of cultural 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 1C,2L 0.5
Fundamental concepts of mechanics and structures, as related to architectural design, study of loading conditions, forces, moments, systems of forces, conditions of equilibrium for two and three dimensional structures, centre of gravity of loads and areas, bar forces in trusses, simple frame analysis, friction, moment of inertia.
Prereq: ARCH 112
Course Descriptions 16:9 Architecture
ARCH 171 Theories and Technologies of BuildingF 3C 0.5
Introduction to applications of technology in the design and construction of buildings. Organized as a series of case studies concentrating on the last three centuries, 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 modern urban infrastructure. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 172 Building Construction |W 2C,2L 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 Experimenta! 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 1T,1S,14std. 1.5
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 1T,1S,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 problems.
Prereq: ARCH 192
16:10 Course Descriptions Architecture
ARCH 195 Introduction to ArchitectureF 3C 0.5
The course provides an introduction to the discipline and profession of architecture, balancing investigations of contemporary theory and practice. The emphasis is on architecture as a building art, a social and communicative art and, most importantly, a fine art. In addition to the lectures there are visits to significant buildings. ‘
Prereq: Environmental Studies students only and consent of instructor
ARCH 213 Introduction to Architectural Computer GraphicsF,W 3C,3std 0.5
This course provides an introduction to the use of computer graphics in architectural design. The lectures cover both practical applications such as Computer Aided Design which are in use now by. Practising architects and computer graphics applications which are still experimental. Hands-on exercises using three-dimensional modelling software form a major component of this course. Prereq: CS 100, ARCH 192, 193 or consent of instructor
ARCH 224 An Introduction to Landscape DesignS 2C.2std 0.5
An introduction to the design of land-
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 AsiaF 2C,2D 0.5
The study of gardens as works of art reconciling man with his world. 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 Contemporary ArchitectureW,S 1C,2L 0.5
Beginning with the formative years of modern architecture, the course will analyse buildings and theories of representative architects and designers, documenting the development of architectural ideas in Europe and elsewhere.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 246 Foundations of Europe: Sense of Periods and StylesF 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, literature, 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 Buffaio.
Prereq: ARCH 143 or consent of instructor
ARCH 247 Renaissance to Revolution: Sense of Periods and StylesS 4C,2L 1.0
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 Toronto, Quebec, Detroit or Buffalo; Stratford Festival.
Prereq: ARCH 246 or consent of instructor ‘
ARCH 252 Creative Probiem 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 problems identified by the group.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 262 Strength of MaterialsF 2C,2l 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 IiF 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 walls, 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 intro-
ducing 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 ConstructionS 2C,2L 0.5
Architectural case studies are used to examine conceptual development, struc: tural 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 0.5 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 af {in house) UGAC
ARCH 292 Design Concepts and StudioF 3C,l1std 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 evaiuations.
Prereq: ARCH 192, 193
ARCH 293 Design Concepts and StudioS 3C,11std 1.6
Design involving problems 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 on 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 Aided Design Use of Computer Aided Design (CAD)W 3C,3std 0.5
systems for the preparation of presentation and working drawings in building design. Lecture topics include the data structure of drawings and details, their storage, transmission and sharing between large and small compatible, networked CAD systems. Design theory as it pertains to CAD is also covered. Prereq: ARCH 213
ARCH 345 Architectural Theory 1850-1940W 2C,1S 0.5
Beginning with the introduction of important theories of architecture in vogue prior to 1850, the course will examine texts, movements, buildings, projects, 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
Romanticiem 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 Hallan 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 relationships between buildings and their urban and natural contexts are considered.
Prereq: Registration in ARCH 492 or consent of instructor
ARCH 349A Topics in Cultural History/B/C S 4C,T 0.5
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 diversify 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,2L 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 retaining walls; non-reinforced and reinforced masonry walls are studied using calculations, design aids, rules of thumb and the latest CSA design standards. Prereq: ARCH 262
ARCH 371 Designing and Building with Solar EnergyF 2C,1wkshp 0.5
Instruction in the basics of solar technology, including principles of climatic design, solar basics, efficient building layout design, solar systems design, heat loss/gain calculations, and simple computer simulation of the designed systems. \ Prereq: Consent of instructor (ability to figure heat calculations, basic knowledge of solar building)
Course Descriptions 16:11 Architecture
ARCH 372 Building Services |F 2C,2L 0.5
The course focuses on the air and water systems of buildings and is aimed 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 Building Services IIF 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 allow for 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 A 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 392 Design Concepts and StudioW 4C,i7std 2.0
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
16:12 Course Descriptions Architecture
ARCH 393 Design Concepts and StudioF 3C,18std 2.0
The analysis and exploration of relationships between physical, social, political and economic systems that influence the physical environment; techniques for defining the patterns of interaction and predicting the influence on physical form involving ofher disciplines; projects to explore the techniques and design with others at the city or community scale. Prereq: ARCH 392
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ARCH 445 The Practice of Criticism in Creative Design.F,W 2C,2D 0.5
The application of critical thought wilt 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 critical theory and its relationship to culture. Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 446 Italian Urban HistoryF (Rome) 2C,2S 0.5
The course provides a survey of the history of settlement and urban form on the Italian 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 include 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) 2C,2S 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 allow for additional electives to the program on a short-term basis, and for developing future permanent courses.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
ARCH 484 Architectural R hF,W 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 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 responsible 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 independently by the student between the 4B and 5A terms and will be reviewed and assessed by the 5A studio instructor.
Prereq: ARCH 493
ARCH 555 Architectural Practice: The ProfessionS 2C 0.5
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 regulations, architectural partnership. The legal background, client-architect relations, partial services, professional problems.
Prereq: BES standing
ARCH 574 Experimental Courses0.5 each
These courses allow for additional electives to the program on a short-term basis, and for developing future permanent courses.
Prereq: 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 eight (4B) and all research work completed by the end of the eight-month Co-op work term five. Terms nine and ten (5A and 5B) will be spent developing the thesis for presentation during term ten. 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.
ARCH 194 Visual Interdisciplinary Language
Not offered in 1987–88.
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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