Architecture and Modernity
Course Level Undergraduate
Area/Catalogue
ARCH 3053
Course Level
Undergraduate
Offered Externally
No
Course ID
101732
Unit Value
4.5
University-wide elective course
No
Course owner
School of Art, Architecture and Design
Course aim
To introduce students to the historical evolution of modernity in theory and practice, and outline the critical development of postmodern culture as a response to modernity.
Course content
Students will develop knowledge in the evolution of modern consciousness and its realisation in architecture including the development of the ‘International style’. Students will develop skills to analyse and communicate the relationship between modern art and architecture, representation and abstraction, politics, and emergent technologies of reproduction and construction.
Textbook(s)
Nil
Prerequisite(s)
| Common to all relevant programs | |
|---|---|
| Subject Area & Catalogue Number | Course Name |
| ARCH 1021 | Design, Culture and Environment |
Corequisite(s)
Nil
Teaching method
| Component | Duration | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| INTERNAL, CITY WEST | |||
| Lecture | 1 hour x 13 weeks | ||
| Tutorial | 1 hour x 13 weeks | ||
| Seminar | 1 hour x 13 weeks | ||
Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.
Assessment
Final Essay, Seminar Essay, Slide Test
Fees
EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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