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ARCH 120An Introduction to Architectural Ideas and Communications

Units
0.50
Faculty
Engineering
Subject
Architecture

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 3 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course offers a broad introduction to the evolution of ideas, principles and vocabulary of architecture over time, establishing the concept that architecture conveys meaning through its own expressive language. It will familiarize students with the primary concepts of architecture; develop an awareness of the influences of architectural form; and introduce students to different modes of verbal and written communication, including the language of architectural criticism, analysis, and interpretation.

Prerequisites

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
SectionClassEnrolledMeets
LEC 001498678 / 90T 09:30–12:20

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Discussed on r/uwaterloo

One post or comment in 1 thread mentions ARCH 120, April 2021 to December 2024. Quoted word for word, newest first; each reply sits under the post and the comment that started its branch. Search r/uwaterloo for newer posts.

Winter 2021

Architecture (BAS) Syllabi + AE info doc 2 points, 3 comments

u/Al3xDJ911: “… A list of the course syllabi I'm looking for: ARCH 192 \- Design Studio ARCH 110 – Visual and Digital Media 1 ARCH 120 \- An Introduction to Architectural Ideas and Communications ARCH 142 – Introduction to Cultural History ARCH 172 \- Building Construction 1 ARCH 193 \- Design …”

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